Acupuncture Anyone?

Scorp · 11-01-2009, 12:50 PM

Hi Folks,

Wondering if anyone has had acupuncture:

Do you like it? Don't like it? Never had it? Or just plain old feel like Hell no, I'm not a human voodoo doll!

I've been debating having it done for quite some time and finally made the decision to give it a shot. I personally don't like needles, but sucked it up and tried it out, using it as my last resort for some health issues. Needless to say, I LOVE it and have been going for about a month now. It's incredible and talk about feeling rejuvenated! I feel good all over and it's been helping me incredibly. I have more energy and it amazes me how good I feel. And mostly, I feel like my old self again. It can be a bit pricey, but well worth it, mentally, physically, plus it calms the savage beast in me. Believe me, my other half appreciates that too.

cara · 11-01-2009, 01:23 PM

hi scorp! i have never received acupuncture but have always wanted to give it a try. my mom did acupuncture combined with massage and chiropractor for her back. she said it helped a lot.

Scorp · 11-01-2009, 02:01 PM

Hi Cara!

I highly recommend it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cara

hi scorp! i have never received acupuncture but have always wanted to give it a try. my mom did acupuncture combined with massage and chiropractor for her back. she said it helped a lot.

Waldo · 11-01-2009, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Jackhammer

I have always wanted to try acupuncture, just not brave enough yet.

Well.... because Im a chooch.

"chooch"??

I just had my first experience with both acupuncture and chiropractic medicine almost two weeks ago.

Acupuncture didn't really seem to do anything for me, nor did it freak me out or bother me. I did fall asleep though, so I guess it relaxed the hell out of me. The chiro helped considerably. As soon as I get back home I'm calling the chiropractor again for a follow up.

Scorp · 11-01-2009, 07:45 PM

Yep, that it is Jackal...And, we have quite a few, and, many more where that came from. Maybe we should create a thread for "pet names". Now there's a thought.. Have you had your daily dose of Chooch Today? Do it for the loved ones in your lives...LMFAO here we go, let the games begin!

P.S. Another example of a chooch....Just look at my avatar, I'm being a chooch with my honey's bra on my head...Aka also known as my "boobatar" LMMFAO!

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Originally Posted by Jackhammer

LOL

Chooch.
Its a pet name Scorp and I have for each other.

We joke, we kid.

Its a Scorp word.

Arwen · 11-01-2009, 09:15 PM

I am a huge fan of acupuncture. Used to get it regularly. Helped my back and stress levels immensely! Highly recommend it.

The needles are really thin and very flexible. You barely feel the needle if you do at all.

Mel C. · 11-04-2009, 10:10 PM

I have been interested in acupuncture for some time, but haven't tried it yet. I'm not great about making doc appointments either...it usually takes something significant to get me out of the "when I get around to it" phase.

I'd like to hear more about what reasons people have sought acupuncturists (is that right?) for...if it isn't too personal. I am looking for help with allergies, neck pain, headaches, etc.

Arwen · 11-05-2009, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mel (aka BlistexLez)

I have been interested in acupuncture for some time, but haven't tried it yet. I'm not great about making doc appointments either...it usually takes something significant to get me out of the "when I get around to it" phase.

I'd like to hear more about what reasons people have sought acupuncturists (is that right?) for...if it isn't too personal. I am looking for help with allergies, neck pain, headaches, etc.

This is a great question.

I've used acupuncture for stress relief, pain (specifically back pain), headaches, nausea and more.

The basic concept is that we humans are energy-filled beings. Sometimes that energy gets stuck. Then you have areas that have too much energy while others have too little. So the acupuncture (acupressure is the same) manipulates those energy centers.

I've had up to 50 needles in me when my acupuncturist was working on my back. And I usually fell asleep before they were all in. LOL

A friend's dog got acupuncture with me. We would do Mookie's needles then put her between my legs. Then I would get my needles. Then we both "cooked" for about 20-30. People used to laugh, but when Mookie died, I really missed that little girl going to our appointments.

morningstar55 · 11-14-2009, 10:51 AM

i been thinking about doing this... and been reading a lot of your postings here ..
a lot of you here know about my hair problem and ..... some high stress i go thru . i also ...... take meds for high blood pressure......
now my ? is......
how many times do i need to go to get results at 1st???
since im on the road a lot.....
next yr when i get my tax returns im planing on investing in a mini van and doing courior work...and wil be able to do my art.... and the big plus i will be home everyday.. wooHoo.. have my life back. it is a plan......
soo im guessing i may need to wait till then to do this??
id like to get started on this soon....

foxyshaman · 11-24-2009, 04:17 PM

I have used it to treat unbalanced Chi. I had odd symptoms without any real organic cause. I found it to be very helpful. I used accupressure and breath work, it helped to eventually elimate my problem. And it never came back.

I use accupressure with my patients, especially those with mental illness, such as schizophrenia and MPD (or DID). It helps to ease the mental tension as well as lessen the negative feedback of our ever present negative critic. I would recommend either to anyone.

apretty · 11-05-2009, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jackhammer

I have always wanted to try acupuncture, just not brave enough yet.

Well.... because Im a chooch.

you should really give it a try--you don't feel a thing, really.

Arwen · 11-05-2009, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apretty

you should really give it a try--you don't feel a thing, really.

What she said! Try it. You'll be amazed. Alternatively, I'm sure we can all come over and poke a pin in you.

No wait. That's voodoo, isn't it.

Words · 11-05-2009, 11:58 AM

I had a course of 6 or so acupuncture treatments for severe back ache and it helped tremendously.

And no, the needles are nothing like regular needles (more's the pity...oops!

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Words Member How Do You Identify?: Queer femme submissive Relationship Status: Married Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: UK Posts: 969 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,449 Thanked 4,259 Times in 677 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	I had a course of 6 or so acupuncture treatments for severe back ache and it helped tremendously. And no, the needles are nothing like regular needles (more's the pity...oops!)

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Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,119 Times in 6,414 Posts Rep Power: 21474862	I am a huge fan of acupuncture. Used to get it regularly. Helped my back and stress levels immensely! Highly recommend it. The needles are really thin and very flexible. You barely feel the needle if you do at all.

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Mel C. Long-time Member How Do You Identify?: WIB - woman identified butch Preferred Pronoun?: Your choice...not really a button for me Relationship Status: ♡ married 1/1/2019♡ Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,149 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,772 Thanked 6,828 Times in 1,621 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	I have been interested in acupuncture for some time, but haven't tried it yet. I'm not great about making doc appointments either...it usually takes something significant to get me out of the "when I get around to it" phase. I'd like to hear more about what reasons people have sought acupuncturists (is that right?) for...if it isn't too personal. I am looking for help with allergies, neck pain, headaches, etc.

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foxyshaman Member How Do You Identify?: spiritually minded dirt dog Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: canada Posts: 898 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,957 Thanked 2,592 Times in 663 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	I have used it to treat unbalanced Chi. I had odd symptoms without any real organic cause. I found it to be very helpful. I used accupressure and breath work, it helped to eventually elimate my problem. And it never came back. I use accupressure with my patients, especially those with mental illness, such as schizophrenia and MPD (or DID). It helps to ease the mental tension as well as lessen the negative feedback of our ever present negative critic. I would recommend either to anyone.