🔹 What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a therapeutic method originating from Traditional Chinese Medicine, where very thin needles are inserted into specific points of the body (acupuncture points) to balance the flow of energy (Qi) and activate the body’s natural healing mechanisms.
In modern medicine and physiotherapy, acupuncture is viewed not only as an energetic technique but also as a method that stimulates the nervous system, influences chemical substances in the brain, and helps reduce pain and inflammation.
🔹 Benefits of Acupuncture
Acupuncture may offer:
- ✔️ Pain relief
- ✔️ Reduction of inflammation
- ✔️ Relaxation of muscle spasm
- ✔️ Improved blood circulation
- ✔️ Release of endorphins and natural analgesics
- ✔️ Regulation of the autonomic nervous system
- ✔️ Reduction of stress and anxiety
- ✔️ Improved sleep quality
🔹 Use in Physiotherapy
In physiotherapy, acupuncture is used as a complementary technique to enhance treatment outcomes. Main applications:
| Field | Indicative Applications |
| Musculoskeletal | Low back pain, neck pain, tendinitis, trigger points |
| Neurological | Neuralgia, facial nerve palsy, neuropathic pain |
| Sports injuries | Sprains, strains, overuse syndromes |
| Chronic conditions | Fibromyalgia, headaches, migraines |
| Stress & rehabilitation | Relaxation, sleep regulation, tension reduction |
It is often combined with manual therapy, kinesio therapy, massage, fascial release techniques, and therapeutic exercise for better results.
