Properly conducted acupuncture treatment is completely safe for the patient. In our office, treatments are always carried out by experienced acupuncturists with many years of practice. This is a guarantee of a successful treatment that will give the expected results. We employ specialists who gained their knowledge and skills during higher education in the Far East countries, participated in numerous training courses and in international conferences and symposia.
When can acupuncture help?
· Sciatica, inflammation of the trigeminal nerve and roots
· Headaches and neuroses of unknown origin
· Depression and anxiety
Diseases of the circulatory system and heart - circulatory disorders, varicose veins, atherosclerosis, hypertension
Musculoskeletal diseases - discopathy, chronic and acute myalgia, painful shoulder syndrome
Diseases of the ear, nose, throat and eyes, including chronic sinusitis
Nervous system diseases - nerve paralysis, paresis
Diseases of internal organs - digestive system: diseases of the stomach, intestines, duodenum, liver ulcers; respiratory diseases including bronchitis
In addition, acupuncture is often used as an element of aesthetic medicine based on natural medicine. It is one of the non-invasive and effective methods of reducing facial wrinkles, puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. Thanks to acupuncture treatments, the face can look younger for a longer time. You can read more about cosmetic acupuncture in the Cosmetic Acupuncture section.
Contraindications to acupuncture treatment
Although acupuncture is a safe procedure, Zen Acupuncture doctor says that care should be taken in some cases, as its active action can lead to deterioration of health. In particular, acupuncture should not be used in people who have recently had extensive heart attacks, have too high blood pressure, and suffer from infectious diseases and cancer. Acupuncture is also contraindicated in pregnant women and people over 85 years of age.
The doctor decides each time about admitting the patient to the procedure. During the first visit, he conducts an interview with the patient and his individual examination, incl. based on the examination of the pulse, which allows him to determine the patient's health condition and adjust the treatments.
