Orlando Acupuncture for Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Multiple Sclerosis, or MS, is a chronic condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. Multiple sclerosis causes many different problems and symptoms, including:

Problems with balance
Bladder dysfunction
Spasticity (stiffness)
Vision loss
Pain
Fatigue
Impaired coordination

In MS, the immune system is also triggered to attack the brain and spinal cord, this damages the myelin, which is the protective layer surrounding nerve fibers.

The symptoms, durations, and severity of MS can vary greatly from person to person. While some people can be symptom free most of their lives, others can struggle with severe chronic symptoms that never go away.

The cause of MS is unknown. Due to the nature of the disease wherein the immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord, MS is considered an autoimmune disease. MS can occur at any age, but onset is typically between 20 and 40, and women are more than 2-3 times as likely as men to have it.

There is no cure for MS. The most common methods of managing MS symptoms include physical therapy and medications that suppress the immune system. However, a growing body of research is finding great potential in acupuncture for managing symptoms of MS.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. It has been been used for thousands of years to help promote balance, healing, and well-being. Acupuncture treatments involve the placement of tiny, thin needles into specific points on the body to help activate energy and promote healing and balance.This process stimulates movement of energy within the body, allowing natural healing to take place.

Acupuncture helps to decrease pain, prevent illness and support wellness. When acupuncture needles are inserted at specific points they send signals to the brain to help start the body's natural healing process. Acupuncture has been used for countless ailments, including musculoskeletal, digestive, neurological, hormonal, gynecological, emotional, respiratory, pain, and weight management.

Acupuncture for MS

Research suggests that acupuncture may be beneficial for alleviating some symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), including:

Pain
Spasticity
Numbness
Tingling
Bladder Problems
Depression

Research studies show benefits for symptom relief, including a 2022 review of 31 studies that found acupuncture beneficial for increasing the quality of life for people with Multiple Sclerosis.

Study results noted: