Resolving Unusual Symptoms with Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese treatment used by the culture for over 3,000 years. The therapy uses fine needles (acupuncture needles) to stimulate specific body regions. Although, this treatment isn't only a physical treatment.

Acupuncture is a whole-body treatment that addresses emotional imbalance and stress. If you've been feeling "off" lately and can't pinpoint why, acupuncture might be the treatment you need. This article will discuss unusual symptoms and how acupuncture can help you feel like yourself again.

What Are Unusual Symptoms and What Do They Mean?

Unusual symptoms often refer to strange or unexplained symptoms that can be physically or emotionally impactful. These symptoms can manifest as unusual cravings, unbalanced sleep patterns, or you might not feel quite right. Experiencing these symptoms can be disruptive and uncomfortable, causing you to lose your sleep patterns and day-to-day regimen.

Some of the most common symptoms include the following:

• Unusual food cravings
• Hunger in the evening
• Memory loss
• Hot-cold sensations
• Irregular urination
• Pain or numbness in your hands and limbs

Most people describe unusual symptoms as sensations in the body or emotional unrest. These symptoms don't have a clear cause and aren't always present. In other words, you might experience unusual food cravings without any underlying cause (pregnancy, malnutrition, etc).

The inexplicable origins of these symptoms can make them incredibly infuriating. If you suffer from dry skin caused by weather conditions or hormonal imbalances, you can now address the issue with treatment.

The inability of many doctors to identify the cause of these symptoms and the best treatment can make the situation even more frustrating. Many doctors struggle to determine the cause of your symptoms because they're not directly tied to a physical ailment.

Instead, when your mind-body connection becomes severed, it can cause your body to exhibit unusual and inexplicable symptoms. You can think of these symptoms as your body's attempt to communicate with you. While traditional Western medicine often falls short of treating and addressing these symptoms, Chinese medicine has proven successful for centuries. We'll explore and explain this more below.

How Can Acupuncture Address Unusual Symptoms?

Acupuncture can help address unusual symptoms by addressing their root cause. Depending on where and how these symptoms manifest, they can indicate a different need or issue. Therefore, your acupuncturist will address these symptoms by treating specific acupuncture points and herbal remedies.

Acupuncture for Unusual Body Temperature

Unusual body temperatures can indicate a hormonal imbalance. This can mean high-stress levels, pain from the past, or an unhealthy attachment to a person or thing. Acupuncture will help address these uncomfortable feelings by stimulating the pressure points in your back and shoulder. However, this treatment will also increase your brain's production of endorphins and lower cortisol.

Acupuncture for Unusual Cravings and Energy Levels

Unusual cravings and low energy levels can be a bad combination. This can often lead to weight gain or sluggish feelings when awake. Most of these symptoms are caused by unstable emotional levels and a disconnect from your body's needs.

Acupuncture addresses this by assisting in re-establishing your natural circadian rhythms. Additionally, acupuncture helps manage your body's joints and muscular systems, encouraging healing and revitalization. This can help fight the hungry feelings your body's sending you to signify its needs aren't being met.

Acupuncture for Numbness or Pain

Acupuncture helps encourage blood flow and stimulates your body's natural healing properties. Numbness and pain in your hands, feet, and limbs can indicate your body's need to recover. It can mean you're not resting properly on the weekend or not addressing an emotional burden. Regardless of the cause, acupuncture can help encourage your body's natural healing abilities.

Reconnect to Your Body With Our Holistic Approach

A mind-body connection is one of the most critical aspects of health and well-being. Many of us in the West usually believe our symptoms have a clear, physical cause. But the truth is, they might be signals from a neglected body to give it a break and reconnect. Be Well acupuncture offers a mind-body approach that addresses your issues at its root. Book your appointment today to start your healing journey and reconnect with yourself again!