http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com Pittsburgh Acupuncture Center Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:24:11 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Use of brain imaging has revealed that acupuncture affects the brain's ability to reduce and regulate pain. This study was the first of its kind to provide imaging of how acupuncture affects specific receptors in the brain that process and suppress pain signals. Previously, in studies using MRI's,  research has ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2010/02/01/acupuncture-tells-brain-to-reduce-pain/ Knee pain is a very common complaint among both children and adults. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, more than 11 million visits are made each year to physicians' offices because of knee problems.The knee is the largest joint in the body. It is made up of the ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2010/01/27/acupuncture-relieves-knee-pain/ According to the National Headache Foundation, as many as 28 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches each year. Migraines can be caused by a variety of physical, psychological, and environmental factors, including diet, stress, allergens, menstruation, and changes in the weather. They can last from a few minutes to several ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2010/01/22/acupuncture-superior-to-drug-therapy-for-migraine-pain/ Over the past 2 years I have had the opportunity to assist a number of clients with their cancer treatments. Most of them have used acupuncture and herbal medicine as complementary therapies while they underwent conventional cancer care. I am happy to share with you my findings as a ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/11/09/acupuncture-and-cancer/ The answer is a resounding YES! A new study by researchers at the University of Arizona confirmed that acupuncture is a promising treatment for depression. Depression is extremely common in the US and is among the 10 most frequently reported conditions. About half the people who seek treatment for depression ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/09/28/can-acupuncture-treat-depression-and-anxiety/ Neurological pain is one of the most difficult kinds of pain to tolerate. Nerve pain can be a sharp, shooting pain, or burning pain. There may also be overly sensitive skin and numbness in the affected area. Nerve pain can be caused by trauma, surgery, inflammation, spinal disc pathologies, disease, ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/06/09/acupuncture-treats-nerve-pain/ Use the following form to have your email address included in our mailing: http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/04/18/sign-up-for-our-newsletter/ Springtime is a wonderful time of year and many people's favorite season; flowers blooming, warmer weather, sunshine and being outdoors. For many of us though, Spring is the beginning of allergy season. Tree and flower pollens cause millions of Americans sneezing, itchy eyes and throat, sinus congestion, and pure misery. Allergic ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/03/24/allergy-relief-with-acupuncture-and-chinese-herbs/ In a recent study researchers found that regular meditation eased low back pain in a group of Pittsburgh-area senior citizens. Participants were assessed on measures of pain, physical function, and quality of life before meditation, after 8 weeks of meditation, and again after 3 months of regular meditation. Chronic low ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/03/24/meditation-gives-chronic-pain-relief-in-pittsburgh-study/ Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention. It's estimated that 80% of the world's population will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. Although most episodes of back pain last less than 2 weeks, research shows recurrence rates can be as ... http://pittsburghacupuncturecenter.myupsite.com/2009/01/19/acupuncture-provides-long-term-relief-of-low-back-pain/