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05/02/2010 |
Can acupuncture improve or restore kidney function after kidney failure?
So far, there is no clinical evidence that shows restored kidney function after being treated with acupuncture. However, acupuncture helps to improve overall body function, quality of life and symptom management.
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04/14/2010 |
Is acupuncture an effective treatment for patients with hepatitis C? Are there specific points on the body to treat it?
Acupuncture can be used to manage symptoms caused by hepatitis C, and may also enhance one's immune system to better "fight" the virus. Therefore, the acupuncture points chosen for this disease would follow the basic principle of acupuncture treatment. There are no acupuncture points particularly designed for treating hepatitis C or any other virus.
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03/25/2010 |
I have been getting acupuncture to treat what my physician believes may be shingles. Is there any chance it could eliminate
the virus?
Yes, there is definitely a possibility that a patient with shingles can completely recover from the disease following acupuncture treatments. However, it is also a possibility that the disease could develop into chronic persistent pain for a certain percentage of the patient population.
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02/24/2010 |
I am 29 years old and have been diagnosed with a sluggish gallbladder. An ultrasound did not show stones, but I had a HIDA scan that showed my gallbladder is "shot". I am looking for an alternative to gallbladder surgery and am wondering if acupuncture would be helpful.
Acupuncture may be helpful for symptom relief and improve your gallbladder function. However, you probably need to work with your doctor, who can closely monitor your progress. If it is necessary, you probably need consider the option of surgery.
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02/23/2010 |
Would you be able to tell me how I would go about finding a reputable, experienced, and legitimate acupuncturist in a location near to me? I don't know if there are any legal guidelines that are followed in this field, as there are by the AMA.
You are correct that there are laws in each state to regulate the practice of acupuncture. You can find a licensed acupuncturist from your state board of acupuncture. The other credential is that the acupuncturist graduated from an accredited school.
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02/22/2010 |
I have been receiving acupuncture treatments for menorrhagia for a few weeks. It may be due to fibroids
and/or hormonal changes. After some of the sessions, I have had blurry vision that usually lasts about 45 minutes on
average. I can't seem to find much information on this online. Could you offer any possible reasons? Should I
be concerned? My acupuncturist reassured me not to worry but did not offer any explanations.
It is not usual that one's vision can be blurry after acupuncture treatment. If it happens each time after acupuncture treatment, you may stop treatment for a few weeks and see if you still have the blurry vision. If you still have the blurry vision without acupuncture treatment, it may not be related to acupuncture. Another option is to ask your acupuncturist to treat the blurry vision.
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02/21/2010 |
Should alcohol prep be done before having acupuncture? Seems to me, a newcomer to the process, that it should. The doctor I see in the Denver area does not wear gloves and does not do any alcohol prep. I'm concerned.
Yes, we usually use an alcohol pad to clean the skin before needle insertion. There is a course requirement for acupuncturists known as "Clean Needle Techniques". However, wearing gloves is not mandatory, though they should be used when there is anticipated risk.
You should check if the doctor is licensed to practice acupuncture.
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02/04/2010 |
After my hysterectomy I starting experiencing lower back pain. Could acupuncture help with that? Also, do you use it to treat arthritis?
Yes. Acupuncture is a suitable treatment for these conditions.
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01/11/2010 |
I have arthritis in both of my knees and I am only 54 years old. It is too early for total knee replacement surgery. Would you recommend acupuncture treatment?
Yes, acupuncture could be helpful for knee osteoarthritis.
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12/20/2009 |
Have you treated Crohn's disease with acupuncture and were the results satisfactory?
Yes, I have. The patient's symptoms were relieved. However, this may require long term treatment and the result may vary from patient to patient.
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11/14/2009 |
For Parkinson's disease, what are the effective acupuncture points to increase dopamine secretion in the body?
It is common to use scalp acupuncture to treat Parkinson's disease. There are no specific points for dopamine secretion. It would be better to use the points based on Traditional Chinese medicine theory.
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10/15/2009 |
My husband has water accumulating in one of his testicles. I believe it is referred to as a hydrocele? Could acupuncture help to eliminate the fluid and reduce the size of the testicle?
The answer is "acupuncture may help" the condition you described. Unlike drugs, acupuncture only stimulates the body to accelerate its recovery function. Some patients respond well with certain diseases, but some may not. Your husband should definitely try acupuncture. Find a local licensed and experienced acupuncturist (not necessarily experienced on this particular disease/condition, but has sufficient years of practice).
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09/20/2009 |
Can accupuncture be used to treat migraines?
Yes, acupuncture can treat patients with migraines with some success.
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09/07/2009 |
Can acupuncture help with Parkinsons Disease?
Yes, it can help to improve symptoms such as tremor and stiffness.
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08/15/2009 |
My 13-year-old daughter has recently received an OCD diagnosis. Have any studies been done pertaining to acupuncture use on teens to help alleviate the anxiety that is at the root of conditions such as OCD?
Unfortunately, there are no such acupuncture studies on this particular condition that have been reported. However, acupuncture has been showing some effect on anxiety, and there are some studies that show acupuncture can alleveite anxiety in adult patients.
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