Low Back Pain

Low back pain affects nearly 80% of people at some point in their lives. It is one of the most common reasons why people seek medical treatment. Fortunately, research suggests that acupuncture is an effective tool for treating chronic low back pain.

If you suffer from low back pain, acupuncture may be an effective treatment option for you. Our acupuncture clinic has well-respected and experienced professionals like TCM Practitioner, Virginia Jin who has almost 20 years of health science experience.

With two decades of experience and 5 generations of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in her family, Virginia Jin and other experienced practitioners at Ponsonby Wellness could provide personalised acupuncture treatments to help relieve your low back pain.

Acupuncture has been studied for several decades, with at least hundreds of published studies and reports that reflect the benefits acupuncture appears to give individuals who deal with different ailments and physical challenges.

There is compelling evidence that shows acupuncture is effective for low back pain treatment and more. Here’s a breakdown to understand a little better, how it does.

One recent review of 22 acupuncture studies, published online in 2021, showed that it provided short-term relief from chronic back pain. It also showed there was greater improvement in pain for people who got acupuncture treatment.

Other studies have found that, compared to standard treatment, acupuncture is more effective. One randomised controlled study on acupuncture for low back pain showed that it is more effective than no treatment at all.

Types of low back pain could vary in many cases. Some individuals may experience pain related to the spinal cord or the sciatic nerve.

There are also different types of pain like throbbing, aching, sharp or muscle spasms. The great news is that acupuncture is proven to help with pain relief from a wide range of low back issues.

Acupuncture is a form of Chinese medicine in which thin needles are inserted into your skin at specific locations. Studies have shown that acupuncture can help relieve low back pain and just about every other physical ailment.

One acupuncture research study published online in 2018 showed it to be effective at enhancing overall well-being, pain relief and more. Acupuncture is a long-standing holistic healing modality.

One of the most impressive things perhaps, is that acupuncture is not known to have any significant or lasting side effects.

That means the residual effect of treatments is more positive and beneficial than anything else since there is almost no risk based on decades of active research into its effects.

The good news is that acupuncture is a safe and non-invasive treatment option for low back pain. It has few side effects and can be used in conjunction with other treatments, such as physical therapy or medication.

Acupuncture could even help individuals avoid taking strong medications like muscle relaxants or pain relievers in some cases which can increase quality of life.

Daily activities could become enjoyable again as low back pain subsides and potentially diminishes altogether. Acupuncture for low back pain relief could help individuals stay active as they become more confident moving with little to no pain.

Acupuncture is a form of Chinese medicine in which thin needles are inserted into your skin at certain locations. Studies have shown that acupuncture can be effective in relieving low back pain during pregnancy. The good news is that acupuncture is a safe and non-invasive treatment option for low back pain. It has few side effects and can be used in conjunction with other treatments, such as physical therapy or medication. More good news is that unless you had chronic backaches before you got pregnant, your pain will likely to ease gradually before you give birth.