Why Acupuncture Aids During Detox and Recovery

Acupuncture has been scientifically proven to stimulate the secretion of endorphins in the brain. Its analgesic action makes acupuncture very suitable for drug detoxification, by helping to cushion the symptoms of addictive-drug withdrawal.

Acupuncture:

• Significantly reduces withdrawal symptoms
• Decreases recidivism (tendency to relapse)
• Alleviates Chronic and Temporary Pain
• Removes toxins from tissue
• Reduces Anxiety, stress and tension
• Improves sleep
• Relaxes muscles
• Increases energy
• Improves digestion
• Increases resistance to disease
• Strengthens the immune system
• Increases blood and lymphatic circulation
• Stimulates release of pain relieving endorphins

Acupuncture For Addiction Control

As an adjunct therapy for fighting addiction, acupuncture can be successful in helping to curb the chemical and behavioral compulsions that feed a person’s addiction to harmful substances or habits.

Whether the nature of the addiction is chemical, such as substance abuse, alcohol dependency, food addiction and smoking, or behavioral like gambling, or sex addiction, acupuncture can help to restore systemic imbalances in the body, detoxify the body of chemicals that are causing the addictive component, and provide a useful tool in cessation of the addiction.

Patients report a marked reduction in craving for drugs, a relief from symptoms of withdrawal, and feelings of relaxation along with improved sleep. 

Patients Receiving Acupuncture During Detoxification Are Twice As Likely to Complete Treatment