Acupuncture from alcoholism is a modern eastern method for the treatment of alcohol dependence, which, using effects on individual biologically active points on the skin, produces therapeutic therapy in the patient. Recently, the use of this method of treatment of dependence is prescribed quite often. This is due to the fact that acupuncture from alcoholism has proven to be the best in the fight against this ailment.
A bit of history
Acupuncture, which is also often called acupuncture, acupuncture, acupuncture coding and acupuncture, is one of the sections of very ancient Eastern medicine. Acupuncture originated more than 5,000 years ago in China. There, at present, this method of treatment for many centuries is among the officially used methods of treatment of alcohol dependence. But in other countries, acupuncture from alcoholism refers to unconventional methods of treatment.
What treats acupuncture?
Of course, one cannot say with accuracy that acupuncture with the aim of combating alcoholism can completely replace medication treatment, however, the use of this method as an auxiliary treatment has proven itself for many years only from the best side. Acupuncture from alcoholism has long been used in Russian clinics. Patient reviews, as well as various medical studies that have been carried out in recent years, have shown that this procedure is very effective in treating the following diseases:
- drug addict;
- alcohol addiction;
- obesity;
- tobacco dependence;
- neurosis, stress, neurological diseases of various etiologies and localizations.
It is also worth noting that, based on research and knowledge of acupuncture, even a separate course has formed that is aimed only at the treatment of alcohol dependence. This trend is called acupuncture programming by Professor Semenov. Reviews of acupuncture from alcoholism from Professor Semenov show that this program is showing fairly successful results.
The essence of the technique
The whole essence of the acupuncture method is that certain processes in the human body are activated or suppressed due to the action of special needles on biologically active points located on the surface of the skin and in the area of the auricles. Such points are located on separate, so-called energy meridians, which cover absolutely the entire human body, and are also responsible for the activity of individual organs or systems.
Each such active acupuncture point is not just a site on the human body, but a whole complex of interconnected systems:
- connective tissue;
- blood vessels;
- nerves.
Acupuncture points
The complex of such interconnected structures has a fairly low electrical resistance, as well as a strong sensitivity to impacts. On the human body in total there are more than 600 such points. When a person is sleeping or at rest, the points become much less than in those cases when the patient is experiencing severe stress or is awake. It is for this reason that the treatment of alcoholism with the help of acupuncture should be carried out only by certified specialists and doctors who have passed special courses in acupuncture.
Needles for the procedure
It is worth noting that qualified specialists in each patient search for such points individually, taking special units of measurement, which are called "cun", as well as anatomical and topographic landmarks. Depending on the person’s height, these units can be equal to from 1.5 to 3 cm. During acupuncture coding from alcoholism, a specialist uses sterile disposable needles that are made on the basis of stainless steel or silver. The diameter of one such needle, as a rule, is from 0.3 to 0.37 mm. The length of one needle is 3 to 12 cm.
Depending on what active point the needle is inserted, it is placed at a certain depth and at a certain angle relative to the surface of the skin of a person. The specialist applies a wide variety of needle insertion techniques, whether vibration or immersion rotation. Thanks to this, you can insert the needle almost painlessly. During the procedure, by which the treatment of alcohol dependence with acupuncture is carried out, the patient may feel:
- numbness;
- slight bursting;
- easy passage of current through the body;
- burning.
Indications for use
Acupuncture is prescribed for the treatment of alcohol dependence in those cases when the patient has the following symptoms:
- Withdrawal syndrome, which appears against the background of refusal to drink alcohol.
- Alcoholic psychosis, proceeding in a pronounced form.
- Digestive disorder, which is observed due to the poisoning of the human body with toxins from alcoholic beverages.
- Permanent and persistent sleep disturbances.
- Emotional disturbances.
- Other complications that appear due to alcohol abuse, for example, polyneuropathy, cardialgia, sexual dysfunction.
The acupuncture procedure is used not only to combat chronic alcoholism and alcohol binges, but also to prevent against possible relapses of the disease. The result of treatment and the possibility of using such a procedure for the treatment of alcohol dependence is determined by some specific factors:
- Acupuncture should be used exclusively on a voluntary basis, so the specialist requires the consent of the patient to this treatment method.
- During treatment, any contraindications for the organization of acupuncture should be completely absent.
- During this procedure, it is imperative to visit a psychotherapist or psychologist so that he conducts an appropriate psychological session with the patient.
- The specialist who will conduct such treatment must have the appropriate qualifications and license to organize such medical activities.
Acupuncture can not be called an emergency method of therapy, treatment should be carefully thought out, and the patient must be treated with such medicine with all responsibility, while observing all the recommendations from a specialist. Reviews of coding for acupuncture from alcoholism indicate that most people with addiction decide on their own to use this method of therapy.
Contraindications
Before carrying out the treatment of alcohol dependence by acupuncture, it is necessary to take into account the fact that this therapy is not suitable for everyone. Contraindications to treatment are the following conditions:
- The presence of malignant or benign tumors.
- Infection of the patient with hepatitis C or HIV.
- High blood pressure or fever.
- Active tuberculosis.
- Regular use of drugs for hormone therapy.
- Flu and respiratory infections.
- Symptoms of acute poisoning, such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting.
- The state of intoxication.
- Myocardial infarction.
- Mental illness, schizophrenia, as well as other diseases that are accompanied by seizures and seizures.
Cleansing the body of alcohol toxins
If the patient has been in a drinking binge for a very long time, then before using acupuncture it is necessary to remove a person from this condition with the help of infusion-detoxification therapy. After this, it is necessary, if possible, to purify the human body from the accumulated alcohol toxins in it. The following methods are used for this:
- plasmapheresis;
- UFO blood rate;
- ozone therapy.
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to stop taking alcohol-containing drinks at least 3-4 days in advance, as well as stop smoking. Reviews of the coding for acupuncture from alcoholism show that many who wish to recover from alcohol addiction can abandon these habits.
Procedure
Before starting treatment, a specialist should develop an individual course of therapy for alcohol dependence. The basis of this course is the personal degree of dependence of the patient on alcohol. In addition, the following should be considered:
- Painful spots on the patient’s body.
- Age and gender of the patient.
- Emotional background.
- The absence or presence of aggravating factors, which should include, for example, poor heredity.
- The clinical picture.
- Detailed symptoms of withdrawal symptoms.
Before starting the procedure, the specialist applies the thinnest needles for acupuncture. This is done in order to maximize the ease of the course of alcohol dependence. Only after this, you can start the main therapy, evenly distributing the needles throughout the body.
Reviews of the treatment of alcoholism with acupuncture suggest that the entire session is carried out in a soothing atmosphere, so that the human body begins to form the hormone endorphin, which dulls craving for alcohol. When the full course of therapy is completed, the specialist may recommend to the patient some other additional sessions that should be periodically performed to consolidate the result. As a rule, such additional procedures are carried out no more than once a month.
Acupuncture Effectiveness
It should be noted that reviews of the treatment of alcoholism with acupuncture in Moscow, for example, suggest that after the first session people begin to stop drinking. However, this applies to those patients whose dependence has only just begun to form. Acupuncture has the following effects on the human body, dependent on alcohol:
- A positive effect on the nervous system, as well as balancing the functions of all internal organs.
- Restoring systems and tissues that have been destroyed by alcohol poisons.
- Strengthening the immune system.
- Improving blood circulation, which increases the amount of oxygen that is supplied to the tissues, which is very important for the full functioning of the brain and heart.
- Reducing the physiological manifestations of chronic alcohol dependence.
- Elimination of cramps and muscle cramps.
- Normalize sleep and eliminate night sweats.
- Reduction or complete elimination of intense heart and headaches.
- Improving the patient's mood, general well-being and appetite.
Advantage over other techniques
An important role in the treatment of alcohol dependence is played by the person’s desire to overcome this disease, as well as lead a sober lifestyle. Patients also need support from friends and relatives. Acupuncture has the following advantages relative to other treatment methods:
- Lack of toxicity.
- The absence of an allergic reaction and other side effects.
- Treatment is not dangerous chemicals, but only on their own human body.
Conclusion
Alcoholism is a very serious disease that requires a long course of therapy. A specialist should be visited, as a rule, three times a week for at least one month. The total number of acupuncture procedures can be from 10 to 14. Moreover, the duration of one session is 30-60 minutes.