Stress Related Disorders and Acupuncture

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Stress is a part of everyday life. However, experiencing too many stressful situations over
a short period of time or being in a continuous state of high stress can have a serious
impact on your health.

Muscle tension and pain are common symptoms. Neck, shoulder, and back are

frequent

problem

areas. Headaches can also be triggered or exacerbated by stress.

Indigestion, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea can be stress-related.

Stress is

linked to several digestive disorders, such as gastro-esophageal reflux

disease (GERD)

and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Chronic stress can lead to sleep disturbances such as insomnia or poor sleep quality.

Stress can result in low energy, fatigue, poor memory, and difficulty concentrating.

Mood can be adversely affected. Some individuals feel anxious or irritable, become

easily frustrated or lose their temper more often. Others may worry too much or battle

with

increased feelings of fear

and

sadness.

Stress can lead to high blood pressure and adversely affect cardiovascular health.

Due to the effects on the immune system, individuals may be more susceptible to

colds

and flus

, and

symptoms of a

sthma and allergies

become mor

severe

Stress can affect the reproductive system, resulting in menstrual disorders, infertility
or sexual dysfunction.

Appetite can be affected by stress. Some individuals are more hungry, while others

don't

feel like eating. Eating behaviors may

also

be influenced

by stressful

situations

Maintaining a healthy

weight

becomes

a challenge

Smoking may become a coping response for high stress. This addictive behaviour

increases

the risk for a number of deadly conditions including emphysema,

cardiovascular

disease,

and cancer.

Unlike conventional medicine which tends to separate the body into several functional
systems in order to diagnose and treat disease, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
analyzes each person as a whole and observes the interaction and interdependence of all
the body systems. TCM also recognizes the mind-body relationship and takes into account
the importance of emotions on the physiological function and physical well-being of an
individual.

An over-stressed person often suffers from several symptoms simultaneously, for example,
headaches, indigestion, and irritability. TCM diagnosis focuses on determining the
underlying imbalance or disharmony in the body. Treatment targets the root problem. After
a series of treatments with acupuncture and herbs, the patient will feel relief in multiple
areas and experience improved functioning.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy can help you rise above the adverse health
effects that come with life in a fast-paced and stressful world, call today for an appointment.