Surgery can often lead to pain and inflammation during the recovery process. Rather than take medication to reduce these symptoms, many people prefer to look for gentle, holistic alternatives to promote healing. Acupuncture offers a natural way to minimize pain and boost your sense of wellness following a surgical procedure. Here’s how this Chinese medicine practice can help you.

Top 4 Benefits of Acupuncture Therapy

Manages Pain 

Acupuncture therapy works to relieve postsurgical pain by telling your brain to release endorphins. When tiny needles are inserted along the body’s acupoints to help alleviate discomfort, these natural painkillers affect the serotonin levels in your brain, improving your mood and promoting the healing process.

Reduces Scar 

One of the most common side effects of most surgeries is scarring. Depending on the procedure you undergo, the scar could be large or difficult to cover. Acupuncture helps break up the tissue, decrease pain at the surgical site, and increase mobility by making the skin more supple. If you lost sensation in the area, acupuncture can help restore feeling and function. Both old and new scars can benefit from this treatment.

Treats Inflammation

It’s common to experience swelling after surgery. Fortunately, acupuncture can reduce it significantly. In response to needles inserted around the surgical site, your body will produce cortisol, which reduces inflammation. Acupuncture stimulates your body and tells it to start producing the hormone to minimize swelling.

Restores Mobility

If you are told not to move a body part after surgery, then the affected joint or muscle may tighten up. Once your doctor permits you to resume normal activities, motion might be painful. Acupuncture helps alleviate this tension and allows your body to start moving. Your joints won’t feel as stiff, and you will be moving freely once again.

Whether you are going in for back surgery, carpal tunnel treatment, or a knee repair, you can trust acupuncture to deliver the relief you need after an operation. Marie Gonzales, L.Ac., of Nyack, NY, has helped countless individuals on their paths to recovery and pain relief. Her holistic treatments are backed by over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness field. Visit her online or call (845) 398-1312 to schedule your appointment.