Acupuncture Treatment for Colds & Flu?

While many people think of acupuncture as a treatment to relieve pain or quit smoking, it actually has quite a few more benefits. During this time of year, the flu and colds are quite common, along with other sinus/respiratory-related conditions, often resulting in people taking various over the counter medications and prescriptions in an effort to ease the symptoms and get better sooner. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture we take a more natural approach to healing and are proud to offer acupuncture in Clearwater for flu and cold symptoms. Along with treating your cold/flu, acupuncture can be wonderful for many other things as well. We treat a wide range of conditions which can be viewed here. Today, we’re discussing colds and the flu along with how acupuncture can be a beneficial treatment option.

Cold/Flu Acupuncture in Clearwater

When it comes to acupuncture and colds/the flu it can have various benefits. Regular acupuncture treatment can actually improve the immune system and reduce your risk for getting the flu or a cold in the first place. If you manage to get a cold or the flu, acupuncture can be used to relieve symptoms, boost the immune system and reduce the length of sickness.

Think that you or a loved one may be coming down with a cold or the flu? Interested in boosting your immune system and avoiding getting sick? Feel free to schedule an appointment with Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we’re always happy to help.

Tips for Avoiding The Flu/Colds

Interested in some other ways to keep your body healthy and ailment free? We recommend:

1. Schedule regular acupuncture treatments in Clearwater.

2. Partake in fun activities.

3. Relax more often.

4. Get as much sleep as you need.

5. Take Vitamin C to support your immune system.

6. Reduce sugar intake.

7. Eat a healthy, balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables.

8. Exercise regularly.

9. Consume enough water and stay hydrated.

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Ready to start your acupuncture treatment in Clearwater? Schedule an appointment with Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we’re always accepting new patients.

Insomnia Treatment: Acupuncture in Clearwater?

Do you often find yourself waking up feeling like you never actually slept? Experience daytime sleepiness or fatigue? Suffering from mood changes, irritability, anxiety or even depression? You may be suffering from a common condition known as insomnia. In fact, at least 33% of the population is believed to suffer from at least mild insomnia, impacting their ability to properly sleep and overall day-to-day life. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture we are proud to offer insomnia acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida for those that are interested in a more natural treatment option. For your consultation, feel free to give us a call. We’re always accepting new patients.

About Insomnia

Insomnia is considered a sleep disorder which is characterized by the patient having difficulty falling and/or staying asleep at night. Depending upon the severity of insomnia it can have major impacts on the patient’s life, resulting in symptoms that impact day-to-day functionality. Some of the most common insomnia symptoms include:

1. Waking Tired

2. Fatigue/Daytime Sleepiness

3. Irritability

4. Mood Changes

5. Poor Concentration

6. Anxiety

7. Depression

8. Difficulty Falling Asleep

9. Difficulty Staying Asleep

Clearwater Acupuncture for Insomnia

Wondering if acupuncture in Clearwater might be the right option for your insomnia? According to a 2004 study which was published in the Journal of Neuropsychiatry Clinical Neuroscience, the relationship between insomnia and anxiety along with insomnia was explored. The study concluded that after five weeks of acupuncture treatment, patients in the study had higher levels of melatonin (a sleep hormone that helps trigger the onset of sleep along with helping you stay asleep throughout the night). These patients also experienced longer sleep with less often waking up during the night.

Start Insomnia Acupuncture Treatment in Clearwater, Florida Today

Ready to start acupuncture treatment in Clearwater, Florida for your insomnia/sleep disorder? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we are always welcoming new patients and would be happy to explore our natural treatment options for your insomnia.

Seasonal Affective Disorder & Acupuncture in Clearwater?

Have you ever felt as though you begin to form a more depressed mood as the seasons begin to change? Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? Interested in naturally treating your symptoms instead of relying on anti-depressants or other medications? At Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater we offer various treatment options that can help to address seasonal affective disorder, including acupuncture.

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

As the colder months come on, many people around the world begin to experience a condition commonly known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Seasonal affective disorder involves a more depressed mood, irritability, fatigue, lethargy, concentration problems, decreased libido, headaches and even increased appetite. In the United States alone, over 10,000,000 people are affected each year. Due to decreased sun exposure during the colder months, melatonin and vitamin D levels can be lower in certain patients resulting in the associated symptoms.

Naturally Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder in Clearwater

When it comes to seasonal affective disorder, there are luckily many natural ways to improve symptoms. Light therapy is often used around the world, exposing patients to the light they typically miss during winter months. Exercise, adequate sleep and diet should all be addressed, if possible enjoying the sunlight or outdoors each day. Massage, acupuncture and other manual therapies can also be highly effective in balancing the body and mind.

Seasonal Affective Disorder Acupuncture Clearwater

If you or a loved one suffer from seasonal affective disorder and are interested in acupuncture in Clearwater to address your symptoms and balance your body, we would be happy to help. We can also provide guidance for nutrition, exercise and improving your SAD symptoms while at home.

Schedule Seasonal Affective Disorder/Depression Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida Today

Ready to address your seasonal affective disorder or depressed mood with acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida? Schedule your appointment today, we are always accepting new patients.