how does acupuncture help rls?
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Acupuncture treatments have proven effective in patients with arthritis, and are believed to also stimulate those parts of the brain that are involved in RLS. Moxibustion, an ancient TCM practice, can also help to control RLS symptoms.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved four drugs for treating RLS: ropinirole (Requip) pramipexole (Mirapex) gabapentin enacarbil (Horizant)
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As well, acupuncture may be effective in treating rosacea through redistributing micro-circulation of blood at the localized area of effect. The overall costs of the rosacea treatment may be reduced, provided that this therapy is demonstrated to be effective in future controlled studies.
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Acupuncture Found Effective For Stroke Paralysis Recovery. Acupuncture is found effective for the treatment of paralysis caused by a stroke. Researches tested the Shujintongluo acupuncture protocol for the treatment of hemiplegia, a type of stroke affecting one side of the body.
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Regular acupuncture treatments help boost your immune system and support your natural immune response. This bolstering of the immune system will help prevent colds or the flu from taking hold in your body. Chinese herbal formulas can also be taken to support your body's natural healing and defense systems.
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Not only can acupuncture and Oriental medicine alleviate symptoms associated with mental health issues, it can treat the root cause of the problem by helping to rebalance the body™s internal environment.
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The medical literature has been mixed regarding whether acupuncture is an effective treatment for chronic neck pain and stiffness. Some small studies have suggested that acupuncture can help improve neck function and reduce pain, but these results do not appear to last long-term.
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Adopting healthy sleeping habits and several lifestyle changes can help in reducing the impact of RLS. Weighted blankets can relieve the symptoms by releasing serotonin and decreasing cortisol levels, which calm our nerves and relieve the pain and discomfort of RLS.
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Acupuncture may provide relief for some MS-related symptoms, including pain, spasticity, numbness and tingling, bladder problems, and depression. There is no evidence, however, that acupuncture can reduce the frequency of MS exacerbations or slow the progression of disability.
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How does acupuncture treat endometriosis? According to current research acupuncture seems to promote blood circulation and regulate hormones. It also seems to have an anti-inflammatory effect and is effective for pain relief because of it's effect on blood chemistry and in particular endorphin levels.
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Autonomic imbalance is involved in the development and progress of epileptic seizures. Auricular acupuncture can treat diseases by increasing parasympathetic tone. Here, we propose that auricular acupuncture may suppress epileptic seizures via activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
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These medicines may include Sinemet (levodopa/carbidopa), Mirapex (pramipexole), Requip (ropinirole), and Neupro (rotigotine patch). Yet sometimes, these medications can cause a rebound phenomenon called augmentation, in which the symptoms become worse. What is an augmentation in RLS and how can it be addressed?
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Certain medications used to treat painful nerve conditions and epilepsy, such as gabapentin, also may effectively treat RLS. Other prescription drugs, including opioid analgesics, muscle relaxants and sleep medications, are sometimes used to help combat RLS symptoms as well.
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Because opiates are very addictive, they are usually used only when other drugs don't work. Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Norco) is one example. Anticonvulsants: These agents, such as gabapentin (Neurontin) and gabapentin enacarbil (Horizant), may help relieve the symptoms of RLS as well as any chronic pain or nerve pain.
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Venous insufficiency is an often-overlooked cause of Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS). Several studies indicate that as many as 22% of those with RLS also have venous insufficiency. When restless legs occur with venous insufficiency, the RLS can be improved significantly by treating the varicose veins.
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Acupuncture can be an effective treatment in difficult cases of blepharospasm, particularly when partial paralysis of ocular muscles due to botulinum toxins is responsible for continuation of blepharospasm. Acupuncture may offer an important avenue for the treatment of certain movement disorders.
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Acupuncture can help dilate blood vessels and allow oxygen and nutrients in to support the nostril tissue and eventually remove edema. This reduces congestion and clears the airways, often solving snoring.