Herb + Ōhm Migraines and Headaches
Migraines and headaches are among the most common reasons people seek acupuncture treatment. In Chinese Medicine, pain is the body’s way of communicating an imbalance or obstruction. Headaches can begin as a mild distraction from everyday living, but they can also escalate into chronic migraines, which often lead to depression, fatigue, reliance on painkillers, absenteeism from work/social situations and a diminished quality of life.
Acupuncture can effectively alleviate headache and migraine pain by stimulating the brain to release natural painkillers and “feel good” chemicals (endorphins and serotonin) in the body. This process not only helps to relieve pain from a particularly sensitive area, but also helps to relieve pain throughout the entire body while providing a sense of emotional well-being and relaxation.
Acupuncture also helps to increase blood circulation, bringing much needed oxygen and nutrients to the head to help soothe headaches and migraines. This process helps to facilitate healing and decrease pain.
Chinese medicine for Migraines and Headaches
Treatment Methods
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the oldest and most widely-known methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). We use this healing technique to stimulate the body's immune system and strengthen its ability to heal itself. Acupuncture typically involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles at precise locations (or "points") which correspond to specific ailments or imbalances in the body.
Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine uses combinations of plants and minerals to help stimulate the body's immune system and strengthen its ability to heal itself. Similar to acupuncture, Herbal Medicine is a powerful healing tool that can be used to address a variety of ailments, from minor imbalances to chronic conditions, with minimal side effects.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion involves burning an herb called Mugwort and applying the resulting heat to specific acupuncture points on the body. Moxibustion is used to gently stimulate acupuncture points or areas of the body in order to quicken the healing process.
Cupping
Cupping is a therapy that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. The suction is designed to stimulate the flow of blood within the superficial muscle layers, promoting cell repair. It is commonly used to help relieve muscle tension and soreness as well as the common cold.
Tui Na
Tui Na translates as "push grasp." It is a Chinese medicinal massage technique that aims to soften the muscles, increase circulation, increase range of motion, and decrease pain. It’s often used to relieve muscle pain, tension and inflammation, and to heal physical injuries.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is a technique used to release muscle tension, tightness, constriction and pain. . A specialized tool is used to gently rub the skin over a problem area. Gua Sha feels like deep tissue massage.
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Acupuncture can effectively treat a number of health issues related to Migraines and Headaches. At Herb + Ōhm we can help you to uncover and treat the root cause of your ailment—not only to quickly heal or manage the issue, but also to prevent it from worsening or recurring. We look forward to welcoming you to our practice and becoming a trusted partner on your journey toward optimal health and wellness.
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