This article is evidence-based, verified by <\/em>Dr. Ahmed Zayed<\/em><\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In fact, of all adults, 70% experience a different type of neck pain that interferes with their daily routine. For shoulder pain, the prevalence rate can go as high as 70%. That means that everyone of age has experienced at least one type of shoulder pain. The chances of it reappearing again are 25%, statistics<\/a> show. Simply put, no one is exempt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acupuncture has long been an acknowledged<\/a> treatment method for both acute and chronic pain. According to Mayo Clinic<\/a>, it\u2019s a key component in managing all kinds of pain, even the one caused by stress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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According to the National Institutes of Health<\/a>, neck and shoulder pain are a public health concern. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acupuncture has been around for more than 2,500 years. Theories suggest<\/a> this type of ancient Chinese practice can stimulate biochemical changes in the central nervous system and locally in specific areas of the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This highly complex ancient treatment raised many questions over the years. Due to its nature, it proved very difficult to study the full effect of the treatment in different patients. Generally, the placebo effect is a key component in all therapeutic interventions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In one particular NCBI study<\/a> published in 2015, several statistical analysis stated that acupuncture was indeed just a powerful placebo. But, further research showed that traditional acupuncture had a much greater effect than just a placebo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acupuncture provides a much more effective and instant pain relief than analgesic injections, recent research<\/a> states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To compare the effects of acupuncture with conventional and other therapies, researchers analyzed<\/a> almost 6,000 patients with a history of non-oncological pain to see how well the treatment will soothe the symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acupuncture points exist all around our bodies. They are specific areas responsible for the normal flow of Qi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Every point has a strategic role. The needles are inserted into these specific points in various depths, depending on the health problem you are dealing with. The treatment involves three-needle methods<\/a>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When the thin needle is inserted into an acupuncture point, it creates a slight discomfort. For a typical neck or shoulder treatment, the therapist can use from 5 to 20 needles. After the insertion, the needle is often twirled to create a mild electrical pulse and heat on the affected area. After 10-20 min, the needle is removed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The stiff neck is usually the result of damaged cervical soft tissues. The tissues prevent the normal circulation of blood and Qi from getting to the meridians. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For shoulder pain<\/a>, the needles are spread in the upper section of the arm and around the shoulders. During sham treatment, they can be inserted in the lower leg. While for neck pain, the needles can be inserted in areas all across the body, not just the neck. Depending on the cause of the neck pain, the therapist determines in which acupuncture point to insert the needle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n