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How does TCM treat muscle pain?
How does TCM treat muscle pain?
Does acupuncture, cupping therapy and Chinese Herbs work for muscle pain?

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, pain is generally caused by poor circulation of Qi and blood in the body's meridians. Air resistance can cause muscle soreness, joint pain, and headaches. It can also be caused by disorders of organs and pathways in the body. There are several over-the-counter medications that can effectively relieve muscle pain. Many people rely on painkillers to get through the day, but they only work for a short amount of time. Long-term use of painkillers can have serious side effects, not only will it not eliminate the pain completely, but it will lead to other health problems. Many people seek out pain centers for alternative treatments, including traditional herbal medicine, acupuncture, to avoid the long-term side effects of pain medication.

 

Acupuncture for muscle pain

Studies have shown that acupuncture can make the body produce natural steroids and boost the production of natural endorphins. Steroids reduce inflammation, and the body produces endorphins to reduce pain. Both of these substances can play an important role in breaking the pain cycle. In addition, 痛症治療中心acupuncture can effectively relieve muscle tension, relax muscle knots, and restore blood circulation to the affected area.

 

 

Cupping Therapy for Muscle Pain

In addition, many studies have shown that cupping therapy can significantly reduce muscle pain compared to traditional Western care treatments such as pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and physical therapy. Cupping is thought to release tissues deep in the body, relax tense muscles, and relieve stiffness associated with chronic muscle pain. Professional athletes are known to use cupping therapy to improve performance and reduce stiffness, muscle spasms, and joint pain.

 

 

Chinese Herbs for Muscle Pain Relief

Before deciding to see a doctor, you can try herbal remedies for muscle soreness. Some herbs have been used as pain relievers in traditional herbal medicine for centuries. Traditionally used for pain relief, Kikeman has been shown in many studies to block inflammation and neuralgia. It contains a pain-relieving compound called dehydrocyanine (DHCB), which is thought to provide the same pain relief as prescription drugs by blocking pain signals in the brain.