Types of Acupuncture
-
 Needling / Traditional
Acupuncture: Thin needles are inserted in the skin to
different depth and left in place for different amounts of time.
Electroacupuncture is when electric current is applied to the needles. - Press Needles / Staplepuncture:
Short needles are taped down and left in place for longer periods of
time. Pressure is applied on a regular basis.
- Acupressure: Rather
than using needles, beads are massaged at certain locations.
- Moxibustion: Small
pellets of combustible material are placed at acupoints and ignited
- Cupping: Cups that
create a vacuum are places at various points.
- Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve
Stimulation (TENS): Electrodes are placed on the skin and
apply a mild electrical current.
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It is important you
discuss any weight loss or exercise plan with your doctor. Only you and
your physician can decide what is best for you. Some people have
certain conditions that prevent them from doing all exercises, and goal
body weights may be different for different people. You need to discuss
all these things with your physician before starting any weight loss or
exercise program.
This
article was written by
John
Vickery, MD.
References
International Journal of Obesity
(2003) 27, 419-427
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