Acupuncture

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Thursday I had the opportunity to receive a free acupuncture treatment. It was very interesting. In my eastern wellness class (which I aced with a 100%, go me!) we learned about the meridians that run through our bodies, the points in these meridians and what they can be good for, and  a lot more. After answering a series of questions, way more in depth and personal than what your average doctor would have time for, my therapist decided on a good treatment for me. I had about 26 needles in me all together. 3 in my head on the right side above my ear, 2 in each ankle, 1 on each of my hoku points (the meaty part between your thumb and index finger), 2 on either side of my spine right at the start of my sacrum, and a bunch in my upper back/shoulder/neck area.

While she was putting all the needles in, it was really like flies landing on me. However when she got to my right Hoku point my hand felt like every muscle was spasming at light speed and it felt tingly. That sensation lasted even after the needle had been removed, though not as noticeable. I also could not lift my head while the needles were in. My back felt like someone was pushing on trigger points (one of my issues we were working on) with all their force when i tried to lift my head. This was not painful though, it was very relaxing and i could almost feel the tension in my shoulders melting away. I just laid their motionless for a while. When she took the needles out, i didn't really feel it at all.

Afterwards I felt very relaxed. I came home and slept for about 3 hours, without waking up a single time which is huge for me. Then when i woke up i was full of energy and felt great! If you ever get the chance to have an acupuncture treatment done, I highly recommend it. The practitioner takes time to ask questions and  discuss what ever issues you may be having. Its relaxing and definitly got rid of my stress. And who wants to pass up a chance to destress?