“Does acupuncture help shoulder bursitis?”
I have shoulder bursitis. Does acupuncture help shoulder bursitis?
14 Answers
Yes. Acupuncture is often considered a complementary therapy for various health conditions, including shoulder bursitis. According to traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture helps promote the flow of energy (qi) in the body, which can restore balance and alleviate pain. Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles at specific points in the body to stimulate these energy pathways. However, it is important to note that individual results may vary, and acupuncture should not be used as a standalone treatment for shoulder bursitis. It is typically recommended as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that may include rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, and other interventions as determined by a healthcare professional. If you are considering acupuncture for shoulder bursitis, it is advisable to consult with a qualified acupuncturist or a healthcare professional who can evaluate your specific condition and provide personalized guidance. They can assess whether acupuncture may be a suitable adjunct therapy for you and advise you on the best course of treatment.
We will exam 1st. Then provide dry needling 1st. Patients will find instant results in general.
Depending on patients’ medical histories and conditions, each patient will have different responses. Patients will have to follow up in 3-7days depending on severity.
Patients will be examined again on how much difference they have experienced since the initial acupuncture treatment.
Then we can give patients a plan for symptomatology.
If we find limitations in improvements, we will apply different plans as a holistic approach.
Depending on patients’ medical histories and conditions, each patient will have different responses. Patients will have to follow up in 3-7days depending on severity.
Patients will be examined again on how much difference they have experienced since the initial acupuncture treatment.
Then we can give patients a plan for symptomatology.
If we find limitations in improvements, we will apply different plans as a holistic approach.
Yes acupuncture will help to improve bursitis. It would also be advantageous to pair the acupuncture treatments with physical therapy.
Bursitis in the Shoulder is very common these days due to hours in front of the computer or the phone. is more common in women after 50 and it may be referred to as Frozen Shoulder. We help with the inflammation by bringing more blood flow to the area with acupuncture and if indicated we may use electrical stimulation to expedite the recovery this will increase the range of motion and will reduce the pain.
Yes, acupuncture can help with bursitis. In the meantime, anything that's an "itis" means heat - like arthritis, tendonitis, etc., and they all respond to ice. Try it at least twice a day for 10-20 minutes and see if it helps.