Migraines

migraines

    Acupuncture for Migraine relief in new york, ny

    NYC Headache and Migraine Acupuncture Clinic

    A migraine is a type of severe headache that causes a throbbing pain, typically on one side of the head, which may be accompanied by a visual disturbance (aura), sensitivity to light, and sensitivity to sound. These headaches are often debilitating and a serious health concern for anyone who suffers from them regularly. While medication can be helpful to prevent or relieve migraines, they come with their own side effects, and in many cases do not address the underlying cause of recurring migraines. Acupuncture has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of acute migraine attacks, and at least as effective as preventative medications, without the unwanted side-effects caused by these medications.1 At Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, we offer personalized acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatments to help you feel your best.

    When To Try a Holistic Approach for Your Migraines

    One of the interesting things we see in the clinic is that patients who have “tried everything” are often the best candidates for acupuncture and Chinese medicine. If you’ve suffered through migraines and have tried all the conventional treatments, but you’ve not gotten relief, you may benefit greatly from our acupuncture treatments. Chinese medicine approaches healing in a completely different way than western medicine and accounts for subtle imbalances. This difference in approach often allows for improvements that are not possible with medications alone. Here are some signs that acupuncture and Chinese medicine might be right for you:

    You’ve tried traditional migraine treatments and not experienced the relief you need

    Medications cause you side-effects that are either undesirable or intolerable

    You want to address your health and reduce migraines without medication

    You are interested in addressing your overall health holistically

    Benefits of Acupuncture in the Treatment of Migraines

    Release of endogenous painkillers such as endorphins, which also help to improve mood and promote a feeling of wellbeing

    Relieve tight muscles in the neck

    Improve sleep and reduce stress to reduce triggers that contribute to migraines

    Regulate your nervous system by engaging the “rest and digest” system to promote relaxation

    Migraine Relief at Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine

    At Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine we offer acupuncture treatments for migraines in the style of Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as electroacupuncture, which is a modern form of acupuncture that is particularly helpful for migraine sufferers. We also offer Chinese herbal consultation as appropriate. We start with a consultation for all new patients to get to know your health history and current complaints so that we can determine the best treatment plan for you. To get started, book your appointment online now to meet with our licensed acupuncturist in New York City.

    Sources

    1. Linde K, Allais G, Brinkhaus B, Fei Y, Mehring M, Vertosick EA, Vickers A, White AR. Acupuncture for the prevention of episodic migraine. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2016 Jun 28;2016(6):CD001218. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD001218.pub3. PMID: 27351677; PMCID: PMC4977344.

    For more information about acupuncture for migraines, call us at (646) 255-1332 or book online now.

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    Cutting-Edge Acupuncture

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    What our satisfied Patients have to say

    "I've been going to see Dr. Kristin for quite some time now due to back/neck issues I've been dealing with for years, and I must say - it really does work wonders! From my first consultation to every appointment in between, Dr. Kristin has been kind and always attentive to what aches and pains I have. She makes sure to target the areas that are hurting you, and constantly checks in on you / with you to make sure you are comfortable. I mean really, what more could you ask for?!"

    - Nicole D.

    "I've been going to Gotham Holistic and seeing Kristin Cheng, LAc for 3 years now, I highly recommend going to see her. She was highly attentive to me, my needs, and my comfort level. Quickly, I was put at ease by her attentive nature and able to be present when I did my first acupuncture consultation to the present day. I go here because Kristin Cheng is immensely skilled and so down to earth that I can digest her deep knowledge to make better health choices in my life."

    - Jovon O.

    "Kristin at Gotham Holistic is a wonderful professional who is focused on helping you manage pain and getting your body to work best for you.  She is personally invested in your health and well-being and committed to working with you to get your body to where you'd like it to be.  She is full of knowledge and looks to empower you to help your body heal. As a lifelong athlete I am so grateful I have found Kristin to help me work through injuries and keep my body in top shape to continue to train at a high level."

    - Lisa L.

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