Does Acupuncture Relieve Nausea and Vomiting?
Nausea and vomiting have numerous causes, and persistent symptoms disrupt your routine. Acupuncture can provide relief for these conditions and help you avoid related problems, such as dehydration that causes muscle cramps and headaches. If you're new to this ancient treatment, you may be wondering how it works.
How Acupuncture Is Performed
Acupuncture is based on the concept of qi, or life force in the human body. Meridians, or invisible pathways, allow this energy to flow so the body functions at an optimal level. These channels can become blocked because of anxiety and stress, which results in qi stagnation that causes health issues, including depression, hiccups, and abdominal discomfort.
Acupuncturists insert tiny needles on parts of the body where the channels are close to the surface, such as on the face, neck, and hands, to break up stagnant qi and promote healthy energy flow. Unblocking energy restores bodily balance to relieve a wide variety of health issues, including headaches, insomnia, and sinus congestion.
How It Helps Nausea and Vomiting
This ancient healing method helps nausea and vomiting by stimulating the Pericardium 6 (P6) acupoint located on the inner wrist. Also known as the Neiguan pressure point, it has shown to help those with nausea and vomiting related to:
Stimulating this point can help qi flow properly and increase endorphin activity in the brain that reduces pain. Its antiemetic effect is comparable to anti-nausea/vomiting drugs.
Acupuncture can also be used to unblock congested energy connected to nausea in other parts of the body, including the spleen 4 (SP4) point on the foot and the large intestine 4 (LI4) point on the hand. The former point helps relieve stomach-related nausea, while the latter point reduces nausea related to headaches and other bodily pain, in addition to digestive problems.
If you believe acupuncture is right for your nausea and vomiting issue, make an appointment with Marie Gonzeales, L.Ac. She has worked as an acupuncturist for 20 years, helping residents throughout Nyack, NY, and the surrounding areas achieve better health through holistic means. Call (845) 398-1312 today to make an appointment or visit the website for more information.
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