Many patients with arthritis are seeking help with chronic disease management and they are finding relief from alternative therapies such as acupuncture. These alternative treatments have been shown to increase the quality of life and improve the patient’s ability to enjoy their daily activities at a much higher level.
Traditional Chinese medicine views the body from a distinct perspective which places an emphasis on maximizing the body’s healing ability and tending to aim for long–term healing. According to traditional Chinese medicine, musculoskeletal disorders, arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis result from the invasion of wind, cold, and dampness combined, which causes stagnated flow of qi (life force) and blood. Acupuncture works through recovering the normal flow of qi and blood to relieve pain and improve physical function. This interpretation of the condition can change the way patients think and feel about their illness and their treatment. (more…)