I know that chiropractors are considered quacks and the science behind their technique consider unsound.
What do you feel about acupuncture? I am seeking treatment for a slipped disc in my lower back over the past year and my doctor at Kaiser wants to basically try various forms of treatment before we move on to the more elaborate solutions.
Currently I'm going to group acupuncture sessions. I'm very skeptical but I don't want to come across as disbelieving - but I've seen MRI images of my spine-and the tissue is being basically pinched which is causing my pain.
When I go into the group Accupuncture sessions (they want you to start with group before you move onto individual Accupuncture, if necessary) I'm sitting upright in a chair with about 10 other people. The acupuncturist then comes along and sticks 5 needles in each ear. Then we remain still and seated. The lights go out and soft music plays.
After 30 minutes the needles are removed and I'm on my way. And I feel...no change. I'm not clear on why I even would. I understand there are various blood vessels in my ears but how does that affect the spinal tissue in the lumbar area being pinched and producing intermittent pain?
Edit: here's a picture I sent my wife today from the session. My ears felt red hot.
What do you feel about acupuncture? I am seeking treatment for a slipped disc in my lower back over the past year and my doctor at Kaiser wants to basically try various forms of treatment before we move on to the more elaborate solutions.
Currently I'm going to group acupuncture sessions. I'm very skeptical but I don't want to come across as disbelieving - but I've seen MRI images of my spine-and the tissue is being basically pinched which is causing my pain.
When I go into the group Accupuncture sessions (they want you to start with group before you move onto individual Accupuncture, if necessary) I'm sitting upright in a chair with about 10 other people. The acupuncturist then comes along and sticks 5 needles in each ear. Then we remain still and seated. The lights go out and soft music plays.
After 30 minutes the needles are removed and I'm on my way. And I feel...no change. I'm not clear on why I even would. I understand there are various blood vessels in my ears but how does that affect the spinal tissue in the lumbar area being pinched and producing intermittent pain?
Edit: here's a picture I sent my wife today from the session. My ears felt red hot.
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