Acupuncture

Natural, Effective Solutions for Treating Neuropathy in Greenville, SC

Here at Cloud 9 Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing expert, unique custom treatment plans for our patients. Those of our patients who see us for Neuropathy of the hands or feet, can expect a trackable 10-15% gain in sensory awareness every 6 weeks with our proprietary neuropathy treatment program. Each patient is given a thorough assessment for sensory loss of their hands and feet, as well as medical intake to see if there are any contributing factors for their peripheral neuropathy or small fiber neuropathy.

Sometimes, spinal stenosis or disc compression in the spine can contribute to neuropathy symptoms. Others may get neuropathy from chronic high blood sugar levels, insulin resistance or even diabetes.

Once you begin treatments, you can expect a treatment plan and schedule that is decided by our medical director. Treatments often include electroacupuncture combined with other advanced therapies, to provide the best treatment outcomes.

Our medical director, Dr. Laura Parks, has been treating neuropathy for over 15 years, and spent many years in advance study of neuropathy treatments to bring the best possible treatment options to Greenville, SC.

Do you have questions about how we can help you with your neuropathy? Begin by calling for a consult at 864-908-9032.

Acupuncture for CRPS in Greenville, SC

Did you know? ….

Acupuncture can be successfully used to treat CRPS, or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome because acupuncture is an incredible therapy that helps balance the neuro-endo axis and helps re-create appropriate functioning of the pain receptor cells.

CRPS can be truly debilitating with severe levels of intense pain, but now there is hope, here in Greenville, SC.

According to Mayo clinic,

“Signs and symptoms of CRPS include:

Continuous burning or throbbing pain, usually in the arm, leg, hand or foot
Sensitivity to touch or cold
Swelling of the painful area
Changes in skin temperature — alternating between sweaty and cold
Changes in skin color, ranging from white and blotchy to red or blue
Changes in skin texture, which may become tender, thin or shiny in the affected area
Changes in hair and nail growth
Joint stiffness, swelling and damage
Muscle spasms, tremors and weakness (atrophy)
Decreased ability to move the affected body part”

When using acupuncture for CRPS, we can easily provide relief without needling the area of pain. Most CRPS patients find this a relief to hear. Some patients experience a reduction in pain during the first treatment, for others their may be a delay of a day or two, and others it may take a few weeks before improvements begin. However, there is over an 85% success rate in treating the chronic pain that comes from CRPS.

Our biggest piece of advice is to not wait to get treatment. There is no need to wait until an official diagnosis before seeking help at our clinic for pain symptoms, whether it’s from CRPS or from a known injury, or something else entirely, acupuncture is very good for the management of pain. Many of our patients begin care at our clinic for their pain while they wait for their scheduled doctors appointment for any x-rays or imaging they may need. This way, our patients can experience some pain relief (without side effects) while they wait to see the doctor.

Many people find acupuncture to be a superior option for pain relief and pain management, especially compared to medical interventions like cortisone injections, medications or surgery.

At our clinic, we always begin with a consultation so our medical director, Dr. Laura Parks, can get a complete medical assessment and prognosis for treatment outcomes. Once the consultation concludes, Dr. Laura can outline different treatment options unique to your medical needs and wellness goals.

Begin with a consultation today and get back to living your best life! Call 864-908-9032 to get started.

Links:

Complex regional pain syndrome – Symptoms & causes – Mayo Clinic

The Synergy of Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care: A Path to Holistic Healing

Acupuncture and chiropractic care are two complementary therapies rooted in vastly different traditions but with a shared goal of restoring balance and promoting the body’s natural ability to heal. While acupuncture has its origins in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), focusing on the flow of energy through meridians, chiropractic care stems from Western practices that emphasize spinal alignment and nervous system health. When combined, these two modalities create a powerful synergy, addressing pain and dysfunction from multiple angles. continue reading »

Shallow vs. Deep Acupuncture Needling

Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, originating in ancient China as a method to restore the body’s balance and promote healing. While the fundamental premise — stimulating specific points on the body to affect energy flow or “qi”— remains consistent, practitioners have developed varying techniques, including shallow and deep needling. Each method has its own strengths, applications, and limitations. Understanding the pros and cons of both approaches can help you understand which might be better suited for your needs. continue reading »

Trigeminal Neuralgia Solutions in Greenville, SC

Trigeminal Neuralgia is a devastating condition that produces extremely unbearable facial pain, often on one side of the face, usually affecting the whole side of the face, but especially the mouth and jaw. Trigeminal neuralgia is often coined “The Suicide Disease” due to the unbearable pain that comes from the facial nerve inflammation.

Traditional treatment unfortunately does not usually help, and breakthrough pain is evident even with heavy opioid pain medications.

Now there is hope! Dr. Parks, a Nationally Board-Certified acupuncturist with over 15 years’ experience, has over a 80% success rate in significantly improving the pain from Trigeminal Neuralgia.

Don’t wait another day, you do not have to suffer from this painful condition any longer. Get back to doing more of what you love, without pain.

Call for a Consultation with Dr. Parks, at 864-908-9032.