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Role of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Depression

Doctor Helen He has been working over 30 years as an acupuncturist in Beijing, United Kingdom and Hong Kong. She is a registered Acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner in Hong Kong.

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Role of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Depression

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  1. ACUPUNCTURE An Ancient Science With Modern Implications Registered Acupuncturist

  2. Registered Acupuncturist Acupuncture is a holistic health technique that stems from Traditional Chinese Medicine practices in which trained practitioners stimulate specific points on the body by inserting thin needles into the skin. It works on the principle of stimulating points in the body to correct imbalances in the flow of energy (Qi) through channels known as meridians. Doctor Helen He is a Registered Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine Practitioner has been working over 30 years as an acupuncturist in Beijing, United Kingdom and Hong Kong. She is a registered Acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner in Hong Kong. She is a recognized acupuncture provider for some major insurance companies.

  3. Registered Acupuncturist Acupuncture for Depression Depression is a common mental disorder wherein patients experience prolonged melancholy. In serious cases, depression might lead to suicidal thoughts and behaviors, flattening of emotions, weakening willpower and physical pathologies. Globally, depression is responsible for a serious impact on patients’ work performance and quality of lives. Hence, finding the most effective treatment has become a matter of utmost urgency to medical researchers around the world. 

  4. Registered Acupuncturist Depression is considered to be a problem with circulating Qi around your body, according to traditional Chinese beliefs. The main organ responsible for circulating Qi is recognized as the liver with the heart and spleen playing supporting roles. The most common acupuncture treatment used to increase the flow of Qi is known as The Four Gates. This involves stimulating source points on both hands between the thumb and index finger and both feet between the big toe and second toe. Acupuncture for Depression reduces excess stress all contribute to a strong immune system to maintain optimal health.

  5. Registered Acupuncturist Role of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Depression A growing number of people are seeking alternatives to antidepressant medications, and new research suggests that acupuncture could be a promising option.

  6. Registered Acupuncturist Depression causes symptoms such as low mood, loss of interest in enjoyable activities, anxiety, irritability low self-esteem, disturbed sleep or appetite, weight change, tiredness, lack of motivation, concentration or libido, physical pain, and suicidal thoughts. Depression is likely to result from a combination of genetic, biochemical, environmental, and psychological factors. It may be triggered by stressful events, such as bereavement, illness, relationship problems or financial difficulties. Acupuncture for depression has been carried out in China with Western drugs as comparators.Acupuncture can be safely combined with conventional medical treatments such as anti-depressants, helping to reduce their side effects and enhance their beneficial effects.

  7. Registered Acupuncturist Acupuncture has an ancient and well documented history for the treatment of mental illness. The study focuses on a scientific comparison between drug therapy and acupuncture therapy. It is a kind of technique which stimulates some points on the body, like inserting needles into our skin. It is a traditional Chinese medicine that has been a component of the health care system of China which can be traced back at least 2,500 years.

  8. Registered Acupuncturist A healthy balanced diet, good sleep pattern and reducing excess stress all contribute to a strong immune system to maintain optimal health. Acupuncture offers new hope in treating depression, stress and anxiety. 

  9. Registered Acupuncturist Contact Details Doctor Helen He Registered Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner 9th Floor, 1 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong SAR Phone : +852-2537 6898 https://www.facebook.com/Acupuncturist-DrHelenhe-1355915177859357/ https://twitter.com/doctorhelenhe

  10. Registered Acupuncturist Thank You & Visit Again! https://doctorhelenhe.com/

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