A Beginner’s Guide to Acupuncture

A Beginner's Guide to ACUPUNCTURE A Brief History of ACUPUNCTURE Originated in China over 2,500 years ago Its philosophy of healing is based in Taoism. promoting harmony and balance Books mentioning acupuncture date back as far as 300 B.C. Acupuncture was introduced to the West around the early 19th century As of 2002, approximately It rose in popularity in the U.S. in the 1970s 8.2 million Americans had due to an article in tried acupuncture The New York Times The Benefits of ACUPUNCTURE STRESS RELIEF Helps calm the nervous system to help you manage stress ENERGY BOOST More energy in the hours, days, and even weeks following treatment MENTAL CLARITY Many feel more clear-headed and able to make decisions after treatment BETTER SLEEP Helpful for people who have insomnia. as it results in more restful sleep PAIN RELIEF Joint pain, sore muscles, and headaches can be addressed with acupuncture IMPROVED GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH Can reduce heartburn, indigestion, and other gut-related issues Important Acupuncture PRESSURE POINTS Large Intestine 11 (LI 1) Used to boost immunity, to help fight infections, and for Large Intestine 4 (LI 4) Used for headaches, body elbow stiffness aches, fevers, and more Stomach 36 (ST 36) Balances digestion and can also be used for arthritis Urinary Bladder 40 (BL 40) Used for addressing lower back pain and knee stiffness INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: manhattan total health WWW.MANHATTANPHYSICALTHERAPYGROUP.COM SOURCES: http://www.naturalnews.com/033933_accupressure_health.html# http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sara-calabro/acupuncture-bene- fits_b_2398193.html http://www.prevention.com/mind-body/natural-reme- dies/6-health-benefits-acupuncture-therapy http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/natural-medi- cine/alternative/acupuncture6.htm