Acupuncture and Post Operative Pain

Acupuncture and Post Operative Pain…How it can Help!

Going through surgery is no easy task. It would be wonderful if we could go through surgery and have it behind us. That is just not the case. Recovery is what lies ahead after surgery. Depending on the type of surgery can determine the length and the pain one must endure during the recovery process.

The good news is, East West Healing Solutions is not only equipped to assist with pain relief related to post operative surgery but we also specialize in pain management. We have many techniques and modalities we can use to help patients recover from surgery. Some of the techniques are manual therapies like massage and others are through acupuncture.

It may seem counter intuitive to rely on needles to help relieve pain. Some people see needles as a source of pain. Many think about the pain induced from vaccination needles, IV needles and even the needles used to draw blood. Acupuncture needles are actually quite different and believe it or not, can be a pleasant relaxing experience.

The size of an acupuncture needle has been compared to a strand of hair. Imagine how thin that needle is! Most don’t even feel the insertion of the needle into the skin.

While that is all very comforting to hear, it is what the needle is doing once inserted into the skin is what is exciting!

A quick lesson on acupuncture…

According to acupuncture practitioners, there are more than 2,000 of these points on the body. These points are connected by pathways or meridians, which create a flow of energy called Qi (pronounced “chee”). It is believed that stimulating these points on the body will correct the imbalance of qi and improve the flow of energy, resulting in pain relief and overall improved health.

It is also believed that acupuncture stimulates the central nervous system and may trigger the release of chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord and brain. The chemical release may change the sensation of pain and a person’s overall feeling of well-being.

Now, let’s apply this concept to pain. Imagine that our body’s have pathways which energy travels through. We experience pain when these energy pathways become blocked. To unblock the pathway and to relieve the pain, thin needles are inserted into these pathways. The needles stimulate the blockages in an attempt to open up the pathways again. When stimulating these pathways, acupuncture may also release natural pain relieving opioids, send signals to the sympathetic nervous system and release neuro-chemicals and hormones needed to relieve pain.

Acupuncture is a safe, chemical free way to help heal your body and relieve pain. Contact our office for a free consultation about the pain management programs we have to help you recover after surgery.

Dr. Marie Perkins, OTR/L, LMT, DOM, Dipl. Ac. – Qualified to Help!

Dr. Marie Perkins works with each of her patients creating and developing a personal healing and health plan, giving them the best course of treatment for the best outcome.

Dr. Marie Perkins is one of the most recognized practitioners in Palm Harbor, Florida as a “non-pharmaceutical” pain specialist.

She is licensed by the National:

• Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
• Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
• Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)

Stop hurting and start living! Contact East West Healing Solutions today for a FREE consultation. Discover how we can help you start living pain free again.

Contact Us:
34876 US Highway 19 N
Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Phone: 727-216-3972
Fax: 727-216-3982

Email: drmarie@eastwesthealingsolutions.com/pp3
Web: eastwesthealingsolutions.com/pp3

About the Author: Marie Perkins

Dr. Marie Perkins, OTR/L, LMT, DOM, Dipl. Ac. is one of the most recognized practitioners in Palm Harbor as a “non-pharmaceutical” pain specialist. She is the founder of East West Healing Solutions and is dedicated to helping patients enjoy optimum health. Born and raised in Quebec City Canada, Dr. Perkins received her Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy from University Laval in 1993. Her passion led her to leave everything behind and immigrated to Florida in 1995. She proceeded with acquiring her Massage Therapy license from Bahkti Academy in 1999 and her Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine from the Florida Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2004. Her goal for founding East West Healing Solutions was to be a pioneer in the community working at bridging the gap between Eastern and Western Medicine. She has established strong partnership with Medical Doctors, Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine, Orthopedic Surgeons, Neurologists, Pain Management Physicians, Doctors of Chiropractic, Rehabilitative Specialists, Athletic Directors, Coaches and Personal Injury Attorneys in the community proving not only that it can be done but also that a cohesive team approach is often the most efficient way to help a patient.. “Over the years I have continued to add to my knowledge in order to be able to help as many patients I possibly could. Most of the time, a joint effort from Western and Eastern Medicine is required to obtain optimal health. For that reason, patients should proactively seek a team of highly trained professionals in various fields, all working toward one common goal; the PATIENT’S best interest. Your health portfolio should be built with the same concepts as your financial portfolio; diversification is the key!, Dr. Marie Perkins tells her patients.” Aside from offering Traditional Acupuncture to Palm Harbor patients, her clinic also offers several other complementary treatments such as Herbal prescriptions, Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxibustion, Diathermia, Dry Aqua Massage, Cold Laser Therapy, Medical Massage and Postural Analysis among others. Dr. Perkins also develops customized, personal healing and health plans for each patient at East West Healing Solutions.