BACK PAIN

Causes of back pain 

Prolonged sitting in front of desks, while working in front of computers is the main cause of back pain, sciatica and lumbalgia. Sudden acute back pain may be due to the continuous straining of the back to sit or even sleep in a bad position. There are other many reasons for pain in the lower part of the back, which may also span to the Hip and legs. Injured muscles can be a cause of back pain, joints and discs that support the lower back of the spine, such as:

• Those muscles that may become weak due to lack of exercise or Overstrained muscles
• A person faces lower back pain due to Poor posture
• Degenerated or herniated discs at the lumbar spine
• Conditions such as osteoarthritis, myofascial pain or fibromyalgia

Acupuncture for back pain

Acupuncture can be an effective treatment method with immediate effects on acute back sprain or low back strain, and even uninjured healthy muscles that freeze up as part of the body’s defensive mechanism.

The power of acupuncture for back pain lies in its holistic approach and methods focused on releasing the vital energy that flows through the meridians in the human body and stimulating blood flow – the stagnation in these two critical elements often causes pain in different body areas, including the back.

Acupuncture points for back pain

Our acupuncturist will target your body’s specific points, depending on whether you feel pain in the lower or upper back. Some acupuncture points for lower back pain may include:

• Points located in the back of the knees
• Foot points
• Lower back points
• Hand points
• Stomach points
• Hip points.

Acupuncture treatment for back pain in Dubai

Unlike Western medicine, which focuses on the sole problem, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focuses on the whole body and looks for the underlying disease that might be causing back pain. According to TCM, lower back pain is closely related to the health of the kidney system. Therefore, a Chinese medicine doctor will treat the main problem by addressing the kidney system.

Since eastablishment in 1997, Shanghai Medical Clinic is TCM clinic in Dubai, UAE and we have helped a number of patients who are looking for back pains relieves. Our experienced and licensed doctors have been working in Chinese medicine for more than 40 years and our qualified acupuncturist and massage therapist are well-trained in the field of therapeutic healing.  

Is acupuncture good for back pain?

Acupuncture for upper back pain may involve the stimulation of the points located on the head, neck, shoulders, and upper back. When these points are triggered, parts of the nervous system are stimulated to relieve pain and produce natural painkillers.

Chinese medical doctor will give a treatment with the aim of alleviating the main symptoms and correcting the cause of the health problem or disease. The number of treatments needed depends on the severity of conditions and how long it has been a problem. The doctor may either use a combination of TCM Treatment and Chinese herbal medicine or suggest dietary and lifestyle changes.

How many sessions of acupuncture for back pain is enough?

The specific number of the acupuncture sessions needed for treating back depends on the individual’s condition and response to acupuncture. Generally speaking, one treatment is not enough to reduce pain, but one or two therapies for five to six weeks will bring positive outcomes.

Even if your first session has brought some improvements, you’ll need to schedule more appointments to recover fully. Back pain often returns after some time.  It’s always recommended to stick to the suggested course plan that the acupuncturist recommend.

To understand fully how TCM diagnosis and treatment on back pain, you may call us at + 971 4343 4811 for further consultation or schedule a booking with us.