Acupuncture is the most well-known aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
The acupuncturist uses thin needles to stimulate specific points on the body, helping to
achieve certain effects. This method has been practiced for thousands of years, and
few other healing practices have such a long and rich history. Acupuncture has proven its effectiveness time and again.
In addition to acupuncture, TCM also includes the use of Chinese herbs, moxa, cupping, breathing and body exercises, and dietary advice. In the West, acupuncture is increasingly being used, not only for chronic conditions where conventional medicine provides no solution, but also preventively. It is utilized to prevent illnesses and to restore a disturbed balance, both physically and mentally.
In my acupuncture treatments, I find it important to explain what I observe so that you can be as involved as possible in your healing process. Understanding the process helps us both work effectively toward your recovery. I often see patients with issues for which a general practitioner cannot provide sufficient help or where the cause is unclear. In TCM, we look at health as a whole and strive for balance, which is why acupuncture often yields positive outcomes.
Benefits of Acupuncture
Recognition of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is recognized as a legitimate form of medicine by the WHO (World Health Organization) and is an important complement to Western medicine. The WHO has also published a list of conditions for which acupuncture can be effective. In the Netherlands, recognition of acupuncture's efficacy is increasing; the number of referrals from conventional medicine is growing, and most health insurance providers offer coverage for acupuncture treatments. See also Prices & Insurance.
External Information Sources
On the website of the Dutch Patient Association for Acupuncture (NPVA), you will find news and general information about acupuncture, as well as reliable sources of information.
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