neck & back problems
some experience the pain in the neck or shoulders, or in the back or lower back. the pain can be dull, pulling, spasmodic, or even burning or stabbing, and sometimes it radiates into the head, arms and legs. the range of causes is wide. for instance, sitting all day long in front of the computer, wrong posture, unsuitable shoes, too little exercise or simply a wrong move, which in the worst case can lead to lumbago, a disk hernia or a whiplash.
many people get used to their tensions, their morning stiffness or the twitching in the lower back. others look for help from chiropractors, osteopaths or masseurs. and if it really hurts, some may take painkillers, or give their consent to cortisone injections or even an operation.
according to traditional chinese medicine (tcm) pain is the result of an energy blockage caused by an external influence or an internal disbalance. let's take the example of neck pain. it often arises from a lack of protection. on the neck are located so-called wind points, through which external wind, or also only a light breeze can penetrate into the body. once in the neck, this 'intruder' can block the flow of energy in the meridians and lead to severe pain.
«back pain should be addressed at an early stage»
or let’s have a look at a lower back pain. it is often due to an energy weakness, caused by stress, inappropriate lifestyle, and feelings of fear that drain the energy of the kidneys. sometimes it may occur due to digestive problems. but whatever the cause of back pain is, it should be addressed at an early stage and treated gently.
tcm uses various methods to treat neck, shoulder or back pain. acupuncture is used to harmonize the energy; cupping or gua sha, which is a skin scraping technique, is used in external influences; and herbs to strengthen the energy. in acute cases such as lumbago, disc hernia or whiplash, acupuncture is particularly pain-relieving and complements conventional medical therapies in a useful way. in all cases, a good therapist will also give individual recommendations for the right body posture, correct footwear and clothing, exercise, sport, lifestyle and nutrition for lasting results.
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