Herb + Ohm Pain MANAGEMENT
Herb + Ōhm is a luxury integrative medicine practice rooted in the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine, adapted to the needs of modern Chicagoans. Our practice nurtures the mind, body, and spirit through Acupuncture + Chinese Herbal Medicine, while recognizing the value and offerings of Western medicine.
Pain management is one of the most popular reasons people seek acupuncture. In Chinese Medicine, pain is the body’s way of communicating an imbalance or obstruction. It can begin as a mild distraction from everyday living, but if left untreated, chronic pain can escalate to a persistent condition that can lead to depression, anxiety, insomnia, and a diminished quality of life.
Acupuncture effectively alleviates pain by stimulating the brain to release natural painkillers and “feel good” chemicals (endorphins and serotonin) in the body. This process not only helps to relieve pain from a particular injured area, but also helps to relieve pain throughout the entire body while providing a sense of emotional well-being and relaxation.
Acupuncture also helps to increase blood circulation, bringing much needed oxygen and nutrients to an injured area. This process helps to facilitate healing and decrease pain.
Acupuncture can address a wide range of pain issues, including but not limited to:
Migraines and headaches
Back, neck, shoulder pain
Arthritis
Sports injury
Nerve pain
Fibromyalgia
Post-surgical pain
Menstrual cramps
Body aches
Chinese medicine for Pain management
Treatment Methods
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the oldest and most widely-known methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). We use this healing technique to stimulate the body's immune system and strengthen its ability to heal itself. Acupuncture typically involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles at precise locations (or "points") which correspond to specific ailments or imbalances in the body.
Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine uses combinations of plants and minerals to help stimulate the body's immune system and strengthen its ability to heal itself. Similar to acupuncture, Herbal Medicine is a powerful healing tool that can be used to address a variety of ailments, from minor imbalances to chronic conditions, with minimal side effects.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion involves burning an herb called Mugwort and applying the resulting heat to specific acupuncture points on the body. Moxibustion is used to gently stimulate acupuncture points or areas of the body in order to quicken the healing process.
Cupping
Cupping is a therapy that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. The suction is designed to stimulate the flow of blood within the superficial muscle layers, promoting cell repair. It is commonly used to help relieve muscle tension and soreness as well as the common cold.
Tui Na
Tui Na translates as "push grasp." It is a Chinese medicinal massage technique that aims to soften the muscles, increase circulation, increase range of motion, and decrease pain. It’s often used to relieve muscle pain, tension and inflammation, and to heal physical injuries.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is a technique used to release muscle tension, tightness, constriction and pain. . A specialized tool is used to gently rub the skin over a problem area. Gua Sha feels like deep tissue massage.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR PAIN Management
Acupuncture can effectively treat a number of health issues related to Pain Management. At Herb + Ohm we can help you to uncover and treat the root cause of your ailment—not only to quickly heal or manage the issue, but also to prevent it from worsening or recurring. We look forward to welcoming you to our practice and becoming a trusted partner on your journey toward optimal health and wellness.
