CHRONIC PAIN & ACUPUNCTURE: A SUPPORTIVE APPROACH
Chronic pain, lasting 3 months or more, can be exhausting and life-altering. Many people explore acupuncture, a traditional practice using thin needles to stimulate the body, as part of a holistic pain-management plan. Research shows that acupuncture can offer pain relief and improve function for some chronic conditions like low back pain, osteoarthritis, and fibromyalgia, and it is generally considered safe when performed by licensed practitioners.
Key Insight:
Acupuncture may help reduce chronic pain symptoms for some individuals and is a valuable tool in a comprehensive pain-management plan.
If you're living with chronic pain, contact us for more information on how to incorporate acupuncture into your care plan!
Contact Us:
Dr. Peter Britton, DC & Dr. Alyssa Lenox, DC
1111 N. Northgate Way
Seattle, WA 98133
Phone: 206-523-2225
Appointments can be made on our website: https://intouchwithhealthseattle.com/home
Sources:
Vickers AJ, et al. Acupuncture for chronic pain: individual patient data meta-analysis. Arch Intern Med. 2012;172(19):e1-e10. PMID: 22965186.
Yuan J, et al. Acupuncture and chronic musculoskeletal pain: a review of recent clinical research. Pain Med. 2020;21(Suppl 1):S12-S22. PMID: 32978666.
Ezzo JM, et al. Is acupuncture effective for the treatment of chronic pain? A systematic review. Pain. 2000;86(3):217-225. PMID: 10812251.
