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Acupuncture for Migraines

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  For centuries, acupuncture has been used to relieve the excruciating pain of migraine headaches, and studies performed by today’s medical experts continue to support its safety and effectiveness. To schedule an appointment , call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado , or book a visit online. Migraine Q & A What causes migraines? Migraine is a neurological disorder that occurs when cranial nerves overreact to a trigger, sending signals to your brain that lead to a migraine. While there are many potential triggers that initiate a migraine, some of the most common include: Stress Fatigue Caffeine Bright lights Certain odors Skipping a meal Changes in weather Foods and additives Some women find that hormone fluctuations during their menstrual periods trigger migraines. What symptoms occur during a migraine? Migraines are one of the most intense types of headaches you can experience. The primary symptoms of a migraine include: Excruciating, throbbing pain, often around one or both ...

Ease Migraines Without Drugs: Try All-Natural Acupuncture

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  An estimated 39 million Americans — adults and children — suffer from migraines. That means one out of every four households in the United States has at least one person who gets migraines. These chronic, debilitating headaches take a hefty toll on your well-being and ability to live a full, productive life. Many migraine sufferers go from doctor to doctor looking for that treatment or combination of treatments that can make a real difference. More of them have turned to acupuncture to relieve their pain and get them back to living a fuller life. Vonda Muncy, a highly skilled acupuncturist and traditional Chinese medicine specialist at Soul Potential Acupuncture & Wellness , shares her experiences about treating migraines with acupuncture here. Migraines aren’t just headaches A migraine is a type of severe chronic headache that, if untreated, can last from 4-72 hours. This neurological condition is usually triggered by something such as: Bright lights Stress or tension Chang...

Acupuncture for Migraines

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  For centuries, acupuncture has been used to relieve the excruciating pain of migraine headaches, and studies performed by today’s medical experts continue to support its safety and effectiveness. To schedule an appointment , call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado, or book a visit online. Migraine Q & A What causes migraines? Migraine is a neurological disorder that occurs when cranial nerves overreact to a trigger, sending signals to your brain that lead to a migraine. While there are many potential triggers that initiate a migraine, some of the most common include: Stress Fatigue Caffeine Bright lights Certain odors Skipping a meal Changes in weather Foods and additives Some women find that hormone fluctuations during their menstrual periods trigger migraines. What symptoms occur during a migraine? Migraines are one of the most intense types of headaches you can experience. The primary symptoms of a migraine include: Excruciating, throbbing pain, often around one or both t...

Acupuncture for Migraines

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  For centuries, acupuncture has been used to relieve the excruciating pain of migraine headaches, and studies performed by today’s medical experts continue to support its safety and effectiveness. To schedule an appointment, call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado, or book a visit online. Migraine Q & A What causes migraines? Migraine is a neurological disorder that occurs when cranial nerves overreact to a trigger, sending signals to your brain that lead to a migraine. While there are many potential triggers that initiate a migraine, some of the most common include: Stress Fatigue Caffeine Bright lights Certain odors Skipping a meal Changes in weather Foods and additives Some women find that hormone fluctuations during their menstrual periods trigger migraines. What symptoms occur during a migraine? Migraines are one of the most intense types of headaches you can experience. The primary symptoms of a migraine include: Excruciating, throbbing pain, often around one or both te...

Acupuncture for Migraines in Castle Rock

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  For centuries, acupuncture has been used to relieve the excruciating pain of migraine headaches, and studies performed by today’s medical experts continue to support its safety and effectiveness. To  schedule an appointment, call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado, or book a visit online . What causes migraines? Migraine is a neurological disorder that occurs when cranial nerves overreact to a trigger, sending signals to your brain that lead to a migraine. While there are many potential triggers that initiate a migraine, some of the most common include: Stress Fatigue Caffeine Bright lights Certain odors Skipping a meal Changes in weather Foods and additives Some women find that hormone fluctuations during their menstrual periods trigger migraines. What symptoms occur during a migraine? Migraines are one of the most intense types of headaches you can experience. The primary symptoms of a migraine include: Excruciating, throbbing pain, often around one or both temples Pain t...

Acupuncture Can Help You Manage Anxiety

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  40 million American adults suffer from an anxiety disorder and many take prescription medications to treat its symptoms. If you struggle with anxiety, wouldn’t it be great to know you can manage it naturally instead of depending on medications that could become habit-forming or addictive? At  Soul Potential Acupuncture and Wellness   in Castle Rock, Colorado, Vonda Muncy is a licensed acupuncturist who helps men and women from all walks of life get relief from the paralyzing effects of anxiety. Acupuncture ,  an age-old Chinese medicine practice, is an effective, drug-free way to get relief so you can live life to the fullest. Discover how you can forget the drugs and let acupuncture help you manage your anxiety more effectively. Understanding the long-term effects of anxiety Everyone can get anxious about something, whether it’s an upcoming job interview, family visiting from out of town, or an important exam. But that type of anxiety is usually only temporary and...

How Does Acupuncture Help Migraines?

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  An estimated 39 million Americans — adults and children — suffer from migraines. That means one out of every four households in the United States has at least one person who gets migraines. These chronic, debilitating headaches take a hefty toll on your well-being and ability to live a full, productive life. Many migraine sufferers go from doctor to doctor looking for that treatment or  combination of treatments   that can make a real difference. More of them have turned to acupuncture to relieve their pain and get them back to living a fuller life.  Vonda Muncy ,  a highly skilled acupuncturist and traditional Chinese medicine specialist at  Soul Potential Acupuncture & Wellness , shares her experiences about treating migraines with acupuncture here. Migraines aren’t just headaches A migraine is a type of severe chronic headache that, if untreated, can last from 4–72 hours. This neurological condition is usually triggered by something such as: Bright...

Acupuncture for Migraines in Castle Rock

For centuries, acupuncture has been used to relieve the excruciating pain of migraine headaches, and studies performed by today’s medical experts continue to support its safety and effectiveness. To  schedule an appointment, call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado, or book a visit online . Migraine Q & A What causes migraines? Migraine is a neurological disorder that occurs when cranial nerves overreact to a trigger, sending signals to your brain that lead to a migraine. While there are many potential triggers that initiate a migraine, some of the most common include: Stress Fatigue Caffeine Bright lights Certain odors Skipping a meal Changes in weather Foods and additives Some women find that hormone fluctuations during their menstrual periods trigger migraines. What symptoms occur during a migraine? Migraines are one of the most intense types of headaches you can experience. The primary symptoms of a migraine include: Excruciating, throbbing pain, often around one or both te...