Acupuncture funny treatment
watch a testimonial video with Benny Hill as funny acupuncturist from his great collection of entertainment shows.
Dialogues with pictures
A man who suffered of back pain decided to
use acupuncture as an alternative treatment.
He went near his home to a newly opened acupuncture clinic. "I don't like to take pills" said the man, "and I heard that acupuncture provided me with
a way to treat the pain without all of the side effects
of medication". "Acupuncture involves the
insertion of extremely thin needles
through your skin at
strategic points on your body.
A key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain.
You can have our professional treatment which will cost you $150", said the young therapist. "Or, if you want to treat yourself", continued the acupuncturist looking out clinic's window, "you can hug that cactus on the hill as hard as possible."
Notes
What is acupuncture?
Is a form of pseudoscience and alternative medicine involving thin needles being inserted into the body. Acupuncture is one of the best known of the alternative therapies. The
FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) estimates that people in the United States spend more than $500 million annually on acupuncture treatments. Many people have insurance coverage for acupuncture. There are numerous theories about how acupuncture works. Some of them are:
- stimulates the release of pain-relieving endorphins;
- influences the release of neurotransmitters, substances that transmit nerve impulses to the brain;
- influences the autonomic nervous system;
- stimulates circulation;
- influences the electrical currents of the body.
What a typical acupuncture treatment is like
Before the initial appointment, clients usually complete a health history questionnaire. The acupuncturist then interviews the client, asking about his or her primary health concern, lifestyle habits, diet, emotions, menstrual cycle, sleep, temperature, appetite, stress, and sensitivity to foods, temperature, and seasons. During the interview, the acupuncturist examines the client carefully, noting his or her face color, voice, and tongue colour and coating. There are also three pulse points at the wrist of each hand that the acupuncturist will assess to further determine the health of the 12 meridians. After the interview, the acupuncturist gives a diagnosis and begins treatment. Typically, the acupuncturist will use 6-12 needles during the treatment. The number of needles used does not correspond with the intensity of the treatment, rather it is the precise placement of the needles that is important. Upon insertion, the client may feel a slight sting or prick. Once the needle is inserted, there should be no pain. You should feel comfortable during the treatment. If you experience pain, numbness, or discomfort, notify the acupuncturist immediately. Treatment length varies from seconds to longer than one hour. The typical length is about 20 to 30 minutes. The acupuncturist may use the following techniques during the treatment: moxibustion - heating of acupuncture needles with dried herb sticks to activate and warm the acupuncture point; cupping - the application of glass cups to create a suction on the skin; herbal medicine - Chinese herbs may be given in the form of teas, pills, and capsules to supplement acupuncture treatment; electrostimulation - provides electrical stimulation to two to four acupuncture needles. Can be used for pain relief and muscle pain; laser acupuncture - non-needle stimulation of needles.
