Plantation Acupuncture

Scientific Western Explanantion

 

Acupuncture points are areas of designated electrical sensitivity. Inserting needles at these points stimulates various sensory receptors that, in turn, stimulate nerves that transmit impulses to the hypothalamic-pituitary system at the base of the brain.

 

The hypothalamus-pituitary glands are responsible for releasing neurotransmitters and endorphins, the body's natural pain-killing hormones. It is estimated that endorphins are 200 times more potent than morphine. Endorphins also play a big role in the functioning of the hormonal system. This is why acupuncture works well for back pain and arthritis and also for P.M.S. and infertility.

 

The substances released as a result of acupuncture not only relax the whole body, they regulate serotonin in the brain which plays a role in human and animal disposition. This is why depression is often treated with acupuncture.

 

Some of the physiological effects observed throughout the body include increased circulation, decreased inflammation, relief from pain, relief of muscle spasms and increased T-cell count which stimulates the immune system.

 

Classical Eastern Explanation

 

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, acupuncture is explained based on an energetic model rather than the biochemical model of western medicine. Qi, or vital energy, circulates along the channels and meridians throughout the body like an energy grid linking all of the body's components together.

 

Qi maintains and nourishes our body and mind, keeps the blood circulating, warms the body and fights disease. In a healthy state, Qi flows smoothly through the channels. Symptoms and/or illness occur if the flow of Qi is blocked, becomes excessive or is weakened. By selecting and stimulating specific acu-points to regulate the Qi flow, any deficiencies, excesses or blockages along the channels can be balanced and resolved.

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