Acupuncture for Stress: Acupuncture Beverly MA

Machinelike Heart Rate is a Sign of Disease, Age and Stress:

Ancient Chinese Medicine practitioners state that “Machinelike regularity of heart rate is a sign of disease, age, and stress.” This statement has been stated for thousands of years and now-a-days modern science has come to agree with these practitioners. Today, there is an increasing number of scientific studies looking at how variability between heartbeats is an important marker of health and wellness! The variability between heartbeats is known as Heart rate variability (HRV) and is non-invasive autonomic measurement of health and wellness.

Why Should I Check Heart Rate Variability?

HRV is a fantastic way to identify imbalances with your autonomic nervous system. If an individual is experiencing more of a fight or flight mode, the variation between heartbeats is low. If the individual is more relaxed, the variation between heartbeats is greater. Over the past few years, research has shown a relationship between low HRV and worsening anxiety and depression. Additionally, a low HRV is associated with an increased risk of heart attacks, cardiovascular health problems and even death. On the other hand people with high HRV have a greater cardiovascular fitness and may be more resilient to stress. 

Stress:

Stress is your body’s reaction to any change that requires a response. In terms of everyday living, stress is a feeling that people have been they are overwhelmed, overloaded or struggling to deal with daily demands. Stressor can be positive or negative. However, if someone is regularly in “fight or flight” mode a person’s mental and physical health can be compromised. According the the American Psychological Association, average stress levels in the US are 5.1 on a scale from 1 to 10.

Acupuncture for Stress:

Acupuncture treatment is very relaxing and calming to the body. Acupuncture works to create balance in the nervous system. In order to better understand the nervous system, you'll need to think of the sympathetic nervous system as a gas pedal and the parasympathetic nervous system as a brake pedal. Acupuncture reduces sympathetic nervous system activity which helps to create balance within the nervous system. Traditional Chinese Medicine is all about restoring balance to restore health and wellness. Whether the body is too much or too little stress - the ultimate goal of acupuncture is create harmony.

Acupuncture Reduces Stress:

Studies have shown that when individuals undergo acupuncture treatment once or twice weekly that their HRV scores were improved. In addition, acupuncture was shown to also improve mental health conditions such as anxiety, stress and depression. Acute stress is a normal part of life. However, chronic stress is not and can lead to many health problems. Health problems can include, anxiety, depression, heart disease, stroke, obesity, and high blood pressure to name a few. Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins which allow for feelings of happiness and relaxation. Acupuncture is a natural, safe and effective method for stress management. Experience the ultimate form of stress relief with acupuncture today!

About Our Acupuncture Clinic:

North Shore Acupuncture and Natural Medicine is an acupuncture clinic in Beverly, MA. We utilize acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and natural medicine restore optimal health and wellness. Employing traditional and modern approaches to enhance your health and longevity.