Acupuncture for Headaches and Migraines

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Chronic migraine often has a significant impact on a
person’s quality of life, lasting for months, years, or even decades. The
duration of chronic migraine varies from person to person.

Types of Migraine

According to the International Classification of Headache
Disorders (ICHD-3), the two most common migraine types are migraine with aura (common migraine symptoms) and migraine
without aura. Essentially the only difference is that one includes
migraine attacks that have aura and the other doesn’t.

The other common characterization of these migraine types is
episodic or chronic, which is distinguished by the frequency of headache days.

Then there are also subtypes that are distinguished by
specific types of symptoms, like migraine aura without headache, migraine with
brainstem aura (formerly called basilar-type migraine), hemiplegic migraine, and retinal
migraine

Chronic Migraine

Chronic migraine attacks are characterized by 15 or more
headache days per month for more than three months. Headache may be
migraine-like or tension-type-like, but it has the characteristics of a
migraine at least eight days per month. Chronic migraine is often disabling.

Migraine attacks can be with or without aura, and they
usually require preventive medications and behaviors to keep them under
control. After stopping medication, about half of chronic migraine patients
revert to episodic migraine and half do not.                                 

4 Stages of a Migraine
Attack

A migraine attack can be divided into four phases:

The prodromal phase refers to the hours or even days
preceding the headache. The symptoms that occur during this phase are also
referred to as premonitory symptoms.

The aura phase refers to visual, sensory, language, or motor
symptoms that typically precede headache, but may also accompany it.

The postdrome phase, often referred to as the migraine
“hangover,” refers to the time during which symptoms of a migraine
attack persist even after the headache pain has resolved.

Certain triggers make it more likely for a migraine headache
to occur. These are some of the most common triggers:

• Alcohol consumption
• Caffeine use
• Hormonal
  changes
• Flashing
  lights
• Loud sounds
• Strong
  smells
• High levels
  of stress
• Food
  preservatives
• Poor sleep
  quality
• Weather
  changes
• Medications
• Processed
  foods
• Artificial
  sweeteners

 Acupuncture
for Migraines

HowACUSENS
SCANNING to find out the root cause? 

Acupuncture is widely
used for managing migraine, especially for drug-refractory patients.
The goals of acupuncture are usually 2-fold: relief of pain during migraine
(acute effect) and prevention of future migraine attacks (long-term
effect). 

Acupuncture exhibited
persistent, superior, and clinically relevant benefits for migraine prevention,
reducing the migraine frequency, number of days with migraine, and pain
intensity to a greater degree.

Reasons to Get
Acupuncture for Migraines

One way to seek relief is by reaching for drugs and other
medications. Unfortunately, common medications do not address the root causes
and can cause unwanted side effects when used over long periods of time. Common
side effects of medications are sleepiness and fatigue, racing heartbeat,
nausea, difficulty thinking, and trouble functioning.

Acupuncture has been
proven to relieve migraine pain. 
This is the number one reason why people seek acupuncture. Thousands of
studies have shown acupuncture treatments can effectively relieve and reduce
pain for acute and chronic pain. When acupuncture is combined with chiropractic
care, the results can be instant and even longer-lasting.

Acupuncture reduces
inflammation.  While migraines
are not completely understood, it is agreed upon by most professionals any
headache involves some sort of inflammatory response by the body. Acupuncture
promotes the release of vascular and immune-mediating factors that actually
decrease inflammation.

Acupuncture can reduce
serotonin levels.  Serotonin
is a chemical the body produces. Many scientists and neurologists believe
serotonin may be linked to triggering migraines. Because acupuncture can be
used for preventive medicine, it can also help to balance serotonin levels on a
long-term basis. Thus you may have less frequent migraine attacks.

Acupuncture can help
with the symptoms of migraines. 
Acupuncture can treat not only pain but also the symptoms of migraines.
Studies have shown symptoms like nausea, dizziness, and vomiting can all be
reduced with regular treatments.

Acupuncture improves
blood circulation.  When you experience pain, it is
because of a lack of proper blood flow and decreased oxygen. This is as true
for migraines as any other type of pain. Acupuncture can improve blood
circulation, which also increases the amount of oxygen that reaches the
tissues. 

Acupuncture Provides
Fast Pain Relief.  Yes. There is an effective, natural
treatment that is clinically proven to provide fast relief and long-term
prevention.     

N.B:- Proper
assessment: Before anything can be done to help you with your health issue, you
need to be properly assessed to find the best course of action. This means
taking the time to thoroughly examine you and asking you a series of questions
to understand exactly the type of treatment that you need.  

Every person
will have to be assessed with
ACUSENS SCANNING  to find out the root cause.

Cluster headache 

Cluster
headache is a very painful type of headache. It usually occurs in periods of
frequent attacks known as clusters. Cluster headaches can wake people from
sleep. These headaches cause intense pain in or around one eye on one side of
the head.

Migraine

A migraine
is a headache that can cause severe throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation,
usually on one side of the head. It’s often accompanied by nausea, vomiting,
and extreme sensitivity to light and sound.

Sinus Headache

Sinus
headaches can be caused by sinus congestion and inflammation, called sinusitis.
Sinusitis, in turn, is caused by either a respiratory infection, such as a cold
or flu, or allergies, like hay fever. Healthy sinuses allow mucus to drain and
air to circulate throughout the nasal passages. 

Tension headaches

Tension
headaches are dull pain, tightness, or pressure that can feel like a clamp
squeezing your skull. They’re also called stress headaches, and they’re the
most common type for adults.

TMJ Headache

The muscles
of the TMJ run along your jaw and cheeks, and sometimes these muscles can cause
pain even headaches. When the muscles in your jaw tense up — like when you
grind your teeth — the pain can spread to other TMJ muscles alongside your
cheeks and on the sides and top of your head, causing a headache.

To know more or if you want to discuss your case call and fix an 

Appointment @ +91 9818098372 with 

Dr. B.S. Taneja MD, Acu. 

Has been an Acupuncturist since 1985 in Sector-12, Noida.

Depression and anxiety are two of
the most common mental health disorders in India today. Alarming rates of
depression affect approximately 20-25% of some time in their life. Underlying
low levels of anxiety within our society are rising as our stressful lives
create an obstacle to balance, within our lives and ourselves. 

While each anxiety condition has its
own unique features, there are some common symptoms including:

·  Physical: panic attacks, hot and cold flushes, racing heart, tightening of
the chest, quick breathing, restlessness,
or feeling tense, wound up, and edgy.

·      Psychological: excessive fear, worry, catastrophizing or obsessive
thinking.

·    Behavioral: avoidance of situations that make you feel anxious which can impact on study, work,
or social life.                                                                     

How Many treatments do I need to see results? 

The majority of patients in our clinic have reported they
have better
sleep and a stronger sense
of general well-being after just a few sessions. However, the
realities of treating anxiety are that different people require different
treatments, even when suffering from the same type of anxiety. That’s because
different people have different personalities, different needs, and of course,
different symptoms. That’s why to get a personalized treatment. 

·   If your stress or anxiety is
becoming unbearable, come to Psycho-Acupuncture
& Medicare Center. 

·  When you come to Psycho-Acupuncture
& Medicare Center we will use various therapeutic methods to
relieve your constant stress. Through acupuncture, we can help promote your
body’s natural balance and its ability to heal itself. We’ll help you restore
your body’s smooth energy flow and remove any blockages within. We understand
the importance of listening, and we strive to truly understand your
needs. Contact us today to
schedule an appointment or to learn
more about our other services. Psychotherapy or personal counseling
with a psychotherapist, is an intentional interpersonal relationship used by
trained psychotherapists to aid a client or patient in problems of living. It
aims to increase the individual’s sense of their own well-being.
Psychotherapists employ a range of techniques based on experiential
relationship building, dialogue, communication, and behavior change that are
designed to improve the mental health of a client or patient or to improve
group relationships (such as in a family). For people struggling with
anxiety, Acupuncture
can be a game-changer. Acupuncture can help relieve anxiety symptoms
by:

o    Reducing stress hormones like cortisol

o    Increasing levels of serotonin, the happy hormone

o    Regulating the autonomic nervous system

o    Calming the mind and promoting relaxation

Under the able guidance of Dr.B.S.Taneja MD.Acu. Gold
Medalist.  Having
more than 35 years of experience as Acupuncturist. Maintaining high standards
of professional excellence. A team of professionals and experts in behavioral
science clinical psychologist who work with a multidisciplinary approach in
collaboration with other professionals-special educators, occupational
therapists, and speech therapists. We work with this multidisciplinary approach
with our clients to enable them to experience positive changes in their lives.

·      Proper assessment:
Before anything can be done to help you with your health issue, you need to be
properly assessed to find the best course of action. This means taking the time
to thoroughly examine you and asking you a series of questions to understand
exactly the type of treatment that you need.

·       Every person will have to be
assessed with ACUSENS
SCANNING. In pursuit of creating disease free society one of the
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·       Usual Antidepressants Don’t Help New Types of Depression

·    Stanford scientists say antidepressants are less likely to
work for people with a type of depression characterized by cognitive problems.

 To know more or you want to discuss your case call and fix an appointment with 

Dr. B.S. Taneja MD, Acu. is an Acupuncturist since 1985 in Sector-12, Noida.

Acupuncture Improves The Success Rate of IVF   

Our unique protocols have helped many couples conceive and have improved stress levels, side effects, and outcomes for countless IVF patients.

The clinic offers Individualized Treatment Plans using Acupuncture for couples who are preparing to conceive, or who are experiencing difficulty conceiving due to known or unexplained factors. A recent study shows that using Acupuncture over a  period can improve pregnancy rates  2-fold over rates achieved with fertility drugs or IVF. And increases IUI success rates by 50%.

Our treatment plans for preparing to conceive are designed to optimize ovarian function, egg quality, and sperm vitality, reduce stress, regulate immune factors, promote weight loss, and improve digestion and sleep. The programmed design to treat gynecological conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome and endometriosis has proven successful in improving fertility.

Acupuncture regulates AMH LEVELS in women with PCOS. 

Acupuncture Research has shown that acupuncture is able to regulate AMH levels in women, and improve their ovarian reserve and chances of getting pregnant. Women with PCOS will naturally have higher than normal levels due to multiple follicles being present. Acupuncture is able to normalize AMH levels in women with PCOS.

If you are planning to do IVF or have already embarked on IVF, then our acupuncture protocols will help to improve blood flow and drug delivery to the ovaries and uterus during the stimulation phase, improve rates of implantation of embryos and reduce stress and side effects.

 Why Acupuncture SUPPORT is needed for IVF?    

Acupuncture treatment may enhance
the hormonal balance of the embryo implantation stage of IVF in the
treatment of infertility. Another study also showed that acupuncture may
promote the release of neurotransmitters, thereby mediating the development of
hormones.

Does
Acupuncture HELP with IVF? 

Acupuncture had a BENEFICIAL effect on IVF OUTCOMES.

A meta-analysis
study by Manheimer and co-workers on women undergoing IVF treatment showed the
association of acupuncture at the time of ET with significant improvement in
clinical PR,(pregnancy rate)  and live birth rate.

HOW much does Acupuncture help
IVF? 

The women who
added more acupuncture sessions were twice as likely to have a baby compared to
women who did IVF alone, and 60% more likely when compared with women who just
had two acupuncture treatments on the day of embryo transfer. Acupuncture
helped their IVF outcomes.

Does
acupuncture help EMBRYO TRANSFER? 

Post-transfer
treatment focuses on relaxing the nervous system and uses acupuncture points
that help circulate additional blood to the uterus. This adds in
preventing contractions nourishes the newly-implanted embryo and makes
successful implantation more likely. 

WHEN should I get Acupuncture
for IVF? 

Women are often
advised to start acupuncture 3 months before they start treatments such
as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or intrauterine insemination (IUI). However,
starting acupuncture along with your doctor’s recommended fertility therapy may
still be beneficial. 

Can
Acupuncture increase AMH LEVELS in
women with PCOS? 

Acupuncture
Research has shown that acupuncture is able to regulate AMH levels in
women, improve their ovarian reserve and chances of getting pregnant. Women
with PCOS will naturally have higher than normal levels due to multiple
follicles being present. Acupuncture is able to normalize AMH levels in women with PCOS. 

How Can Acupuncture Help Your IVF Treatment?                                                                               

Acupuncture can help improve the
chances of a successful IVF treatment in two ways

First

Acupuncture has been shown to
improve circulation.

When incorporated into an IVF cycle,
it can increase blood flow specifically to the reproductive organs.

Proper blood flow to the ovaries can
promote the ovulation of healthy eggs. Improved blood flow to the uterus can
help prepare the uterine lining which is critical for the successful
implantation of fertilized eggs.

Moreover, by promoting healthy circulation,
acupuncture can help ensure the proper flow of nutrition, anti-oxidants, and
hormones throughout the reproductive cycle.

Second

Acupuncture promotes OVERALL WELLNESS.

Which can also plays role in
successful IVF cycles. By addressing and correcting imbalances throughout the
body, acupuncture can improve digestive function and reduce inflammation.

And by promoting relaxation and
restoring balance, acupuncture helps to reduce stress and improve sleep,
enabling both your body and your mind to cope better with the physical and
emotional stress that comes along with infertility and IVF.

After a failed IVF/IUI cycle, Can Acupuncture helps to CONCEIVE NATURALLY?

Yes, we have
patients who conceive naturally after a failed cycle. After several acupuncture
sessions, often in conjunction with herbs, patients can conceive naturally,
depending on the cause of the fertility challenge. If you want to conceive
naturally, we recommend herbs to help assist sperm quality and function. For
successful conception, both healthy eggs and healthy sperm are necessary for
fertilization. For fertilization to occur the sperm needs to reach, penetrate,
and fertilize the egg. We recommend acupuncture & herbal medicine treatments
to improve sperm quality and increase the chances of pregnancy.

After I conceive, do I need Acupuncture
AGAIN?

We highly
recommend that you continue treatment to “hold
and stabilize the fetus.” There are many safe acupuncture points that
are used during pregnancy to prevent miscarriage and reduce the chances of
severe morning sickness. Especially in cases of conception after infertility,
we recommend you continue treatment one time per week until the 12th week of
pregnancy when the chance of miscarriage is greatly decreased.