The Everything Health Guide To Fibromyalgia by Winnie Yu

Author:Winnie Yu
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: epub, ebook
Publisher: F+W Media
Published: 2006-02-28T16:00:00+00:00

The Treatment

During an acupuncture session, a practitioner will insert as many as fifteen thin needles into specific points on your body. The location of each needle corresponds to the site of your pain, but it is not necessarily inserted in the place where you hurt. The needles do not draw blood and, in most cases, do not cause much pain. But you may feel a prick at insertion. Each acupuncture session lasts about an hour, and patients generally need four to six sessions before seeing results.

For people who do not like needles, acupressure offers an alternative. Acupressure involves the same principles as acupuncture. But instead of needles, the procedure involves the use of the practitioner's hands.

If you do decide to try acupuncture, find a licensed therapist, preferably one who has treated people with fibromyalgia before. Discuss your plans with your doctor to make sure you're healthy enough. Be honest with the acupuncturist about your health; he should be told of your fibromyalgia as well as other conditions and any medications you take. If your acupuncturist recommends herbal supplements, talk to your doctor first before taking them. They could cause dangerous interactions. Also, keep track of your progress. Acupuncture may require four to six sessions before it takes effect.

Acupuncture is not likely to cause side effects, but your practitioner is obligated by law to use sterile needles that have never been used before. Unsterilized needles can put you at risk for infection.

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