ADVANTAGES OF ACUPUNCTURE

Advantages of acupuncture

Advantages of acupuncture

Acupuncture has been employed in treatment of a variety of conditions, ranging from mental conditions and headaches to immune disorders, musculoskeletal problems, and asthma. Acupuncture is extensively used in the sporting arena. Many athletes have found acupuncture an effective method of pain control. Acupuncture has also been used to treat musculoskeletal injuries, as well as to improve performance and prevent injuries. As an adjunct to appropriate training, acupuncture promotes muscle building and glycogen storage, stimulates substrate usage at the time of performance, and treats injuries or other chronic conditions that might affect performance (Ernst, 2008).

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