Posted by IsoM on March 9, 2002, at 14:55:56
In reply to Re: chronic pain -- it's baaaakElizabeth, posted by colin wallace on March 9, 2002, at 10:03:09
For anyone who reads this, but mainly Elizabeth.
I read about studies done on acupuncture that one of the main reasons it relieves pain is from the release of endorphins & enkephalins. Those who have taken opiate-type drugs previously for pain haven't benefited as well from acupuncture as a control group. By reliance on external opiates, the body becomes less able to produce it's own natural painkillers.
I found this to be true in my case. Years ago before I needed to use codeine, acupuncture worked very well for pain control in me. But if I've had to use codeine too often, acupuncture has had no effect on pain relief.
Thought I'd throw this in, in case anyone was interested.
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