Which is better, Chinese medicine or acupuncture?

Traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture are both common methods of treating diseases. In fact, as to which one is better, it generally has a lot to do with the condition and the doctor. For example, some doctors are better at traditional Chinese medicine, but some doctors are better at acupuncture, and some patients are also afraid of acupuncture. In fact, there is no fixed boundary between the two. It is best to follow the doctor's arrangements and choose a treatment method that suits you under the doctor's guidance.

What should you pay attention to before acupuncture?

(1) Do not perform acupuncture when you are extremely hungry, tired, overeating, or in a dazed and depressed state;

(2) Do not wear makeup, scrape your tongue, or spray perfume during acupuncture. Make sure you are in a good mood and relaxed. If you are upset, you should sit quietly and calm down. After you calm down, consider whether to have acupuncture that day or come back another day.

(3) The acupuncture process usually takes about ten to twenty minutes. During this time, you must ensure that your urine is emptied to avoid the urge to urinate during acupuncture or bladder irritation when the needle is inserted into the abdominal area.

(4) You should be mentally prepared before acupuncture. Acupuncture is only for health preservation or medical assistance. If you really want to completely cure a certain disease, you still need to be treated by a professional doctor. Don't blindly trust acupuncture.

What should I pay attention to after acupuncture?

(1) Do not take a shower or use cold air on the day of acupuncture. Get enough rest. Also, do not let the acupuncture site come into contact with pollutants to avoid infection. (2) If a small amount of bleeding occurs after acupuncture, do not panic as it is normal. Simply apply gentle pressure with a cotton ball for a few moments.

1. Contraindications of Acupuncture

1. Prohibited areas for moxibustion: The inner part of the heart, large blood vessels, areas with thin skin, few muscles and concentrated tendons, the lower abdomen of pregnant women, the lumbar sacral area, testicles, nipples and genitals. Moxibustion is not suitable for suppuration on the face, and moxibustion is not allowed on active joints to cause scars.

2. Diseases that are contraindicated for moxibustion: Regardless of exogenous infection or yin deficiency and internal heat syndrome, those with rapid pulse are contraindicated for moxibustion; those with high fever, convulsions or extreme exhaustion, and thin and weak body are also not suitable for moxibustion treatment.

2. Precautions for acupuncture

1. The operator should be serious, focused and operate carefully. Before moxibustion, the requirements should be explained to the patient to eliminate his fear. If scar moxibustion is required, the patient's consent must be obtained first, and the moxibustion sore should be properly treated to prevent infection.

2. Perform moxibustion according to the patient's constitution and symptoms. The acupoints should be selected accurately, and not too many acupoints should be moxibustioned. The heat should be sufficient and even, and do not moxibustion randomly or violently.

3. It is rare for patients to experience dizziness during moxibustion treatment. If moxibustion fainting occurs, first aid should be given according to the methods for treating needle fainting.

4. During the moxibustion process, you should prevent the moxa fire from burning clothes, bedding, etc. After moxibustion, the moxa stick or cone must be extinguished to prevent fire. For patients who are in a coma, slow to respond, or have lost local sensation, be careful not to over-apply moxibustion to avoid burns.