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MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT ACUPUNCTURE
Myth #1
Acupuncture is only good for treatment of PAIN.
Fact:
Acupuncture can successfully aid in the treatment of sprains/strains, allergies, insomnia, infertility, PMS, alcohol and drug addiction, asthma and much more.
Myth #2
Acupuncture can’t be used for PREVENTION of ILLNESS.
Fact:
Acupuncture is traditionally used to strengthen immune system functions to prevent illness, and additionally can relieve stress to keep us healthy.
Myth #3
Acupuncture can’t be used for treating EMOTIONAL problems.
Fact:
Acupuncture can assist in treating anxiety, depression and many other emotional imbalances including grief, loss, fear, panic attacks and anger.
Myth #4
Acupuncture is very PAINFUL and DANGEROUS because of the use of needles.
Fact:
Acupuncture utilizes disposable needles and most of the time there is absolutely no pain felt.
Myth #5
Acupuncture doesn't really work – it is a PLACEBO AFFECT.
Fact:
There is increasing evidence from scientifically valid studies that acupuncture does interrupt messages on their way to pain identification centers in midbrain and elsewhere.
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