Thu, Apr 06, 2017
1239 N. Country Road, Suite 1D, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-601-6491
www.HandsOnAcupuncture.com
Enjoy our weekly wellness tip from Licensed Acupuncturist, Michael Savalli.
Pain comes in many forms. Physical pain can range from mildly annoying, to excruciating agony. It can show up suddenly, or linger for months, even years. If you suffer from pain that’s severe enough that it’s disrupting your life, you may need to do something about it.
Sometimes, rest or over-the-counter medication is enough to handle pain. However, more serious conditions will need treatment. A doctor may prescribe you a prescription. This masks the pain but also has the potential for some serious side-effects. Also, it does nothing to treat the root cause. You’re left hoping gets better on its own. Beyond that, they may recommend surgery. Are these your only options?
They aren’t. Acupuncture and massage successfully treat many types of pain. Releasing the muscles, relaxing the central nervous system, and triggering your body’s natural healing and pain-killing mechanisms can greatly reduce your acute and chronic pain. Plus they’re minimally invasive, with little risk of side-effects.
Prescription medication and corrective surgery are the “big guns” of modern medicine. However, they are often over-used and misused. They aren’t your only option. If you suffer from chronic, or acute pain, I encourage you to try out some alternative options like acupuncture, and massage. They can make a world of difference. You can always try the modern remedies later. At least then you will know you’ve tried other options first.
Did you know, there’s evidence for links between pain and depression. It’s from how our brain and nervous systems work. Many people suffer from both pain and depression simultaneously. Some doctors even treat pain with anti-depressants. Similarly, acupuncture and massage can help treat depression.
Meet Michael Savalli, MSOM, L.Ac
Michael is a board certified NY State Licensed Acupuncturist, who received his Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine from New York College of Health Professions. While in this program, he also specialized in Chinese Herbal Medicine. If you or anyone you know is interested in staying healthy this season, schedule your appointment and learn how Acupuncture and herbs can boost your immunity.
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Caring For Cancer
Come join us in this beautiful support group and connect with others who have been or are going through treatment. We will be providing a group meditation and mini acupuncture sessions. This event is free and open to the public. Caring for Cancer meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm. Please call to reserve a seat as spaces are limited.
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In good health,
Elizabeth M. Martin, MSOM, L.Ac, LMT and the Staff at Hands on Health and Wellness