Acupuncture for Anxiety and Depression

Acupuncture is a great way to naturally relieve anxiety and depression.  Research has shown that acupuncture can help ease these conditions in a number of ways. Treatment can reduce the brain’s sensitivity to pain and stress. Acupuncture also promotes relaxation and decreases anxiety by deactivating the analytic brain and increasing serotonin levels.

Acupuncture can also address underlying, physical causes of anxiety and depression. While anxiety is a standalone condition, internal imbalances and medical issues can result in emotional distress. Heart disease, diabetes, asthma, thyroid problems, tumors, or muscle cramps/spasms are common causes of anxiety, all of which are treatable by acupuncture.

Acupuncture is most effective and fast acting in treating anxiety and depression when used early in the progression of symptoms. Patients of mine experience reduced anxiety in as little as 30 minutes after treatment.