Cosmetic Acupuncture
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Sagging Skin or Wrinkle with Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is help to free up chi, or energy. When the needles — approximately 30-40 — are applied to the body and face, body system become more balancing and production of collagen and elastin may be stimulated causing the skin to plump up. This type of acupuncture stimulates the skin cells to lay down new collagen fibers under wrinkles, thereby filling them in. The acupuncture needles relax the muscles, which combats sagging in facial areas.
Cosmetic acupuncture stirs the energy pot. It moves energy through the body, with needles not only in the face but also the feet, legs, arms, head and ears, which stimulates collagen production and brings blood to the face, according to Lucas. The recommended course for treatment is 12 to 16 weeks with monthly maintenance treatments after that. Most patients see a difference after the sixth treatment.
“Chinese medicine is the true anti-aging medicine,” says Martha Lucas, a Colorado acupuncturist, on the website energymedicinewoman.com. “It helps your body create a more youthful appearance.” She says the treatment is gaining in popularity, which is increasing the need for acupuncturists to be trained in rejuvenation.
“It’s something useful for you to do,” she says. “The best part about it is you don’t have to worry about major surgery changes, recovery from surgery and side effects.”