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First, what is homeopathy? Practitioners work on the theory that it’s possible to treat symptoms with the cause of those symptoms. For instance, diluted substances may be given to the patient in pill form so that the body heals itself. Some consider this to be a type of placebo. Either way, is it safe to receive acupuncture while undergoing a ‘remedy’, as homeopaths call these diluted medicines? It may be best to consult a doctor before doing so, but many consider it safe to receive this ancient Chinese treatment while taking the diluted medication.

Acupuncture involves the use of thin, sterile needles to open pathways through which negative energy may be expelled. Specific points on the body are targeted depending on the condition or ailment from which the patient is suffering. For instance, if trying to overcome problems with fertility, specific points thought to correspond with reproductive organs may be targeted. Points may be located throughout the body, and are not always located directly in the area being targeted for treatment. Ear acupuncture, for instance, may be used by some to help patients find relief from certain conditions or symptoms.

Many people around the world find that they can have no peace and rest from the troubling emotions in their minds, and their hearts are filled with turmoil as they go about their day. It can be hard to find a solution for dealing with mental and emotional problems, but music has been used as a key to healing hearts, bodies, and minds for thousands of years.

Healing with Music:

One of the first instances of this sound healing is found in the Bible, in the book of 1 Kings. King Saul of Israel is troubled, though each translation of the Bible cites a different cause of his trouble. However, it requires the soothing music of the young shepherd boy, David, to soothe the king and give him peace. Only when David is playing his harp can the king sleep, and King Saul actually brings David to his court to play and provide him with peace.

Patients with neck pain, back pain, sciatica and other musculoskeletal conditions seek care from health professionals including MD’s, Physical Therapists, DO’s and chiropractors. Unfortunately most miss an important type of therapy to help correct the cause of the problem. Medical doctors usually just prescribe medications that at best mask the pain, but the underlying cause of the problem remains and progressively gets worse, while there is always a huge risk of medication side effects. Doctors of Osteopathy usually take the same path, but might do some minor manipulation. Physical therapists usually will perform some passive therapies like electric stimulation, ultrasound or laser. Chiropractors take a more active approach at correcting the underlying cause by adjusting the spine to remove the pressure on the nerves.

In the 13 years I’ve been in practice, I find one of the most important steps in correcting the problem is addressing the tight muscles that support the spine and mechanics of the body. Every day we are putting stress into the body, causing the muscles to not only tighten up, but to be out of balance: from slouching at a desk while working on a computer, to carrying a pocket book or briefcase on the same shoulder on a daily basis, talking on the phone with your head tilted to one side, playing sports and working out, the list goes on and on.