Chronic Pain Syndrome Dublin South

At New Leaf Acupuncture, Dublin, the aim of our treatment is to stimulate the nervous system and cause the release of neurochemical messenger molecules. The resulting biochemical changes influence the body’s homeostatic mechanisms, thus promoting physical and emotional well-being. Stimulation of certain acupuncture points has been shown to affect areas of the brain that are known to reduce sensitivity to pain and stress, as well as promoting relaxation and deactivating the ‘analytical’ brain, which is responsible for anxiety. Acupuncture also helps relieve chronic pain by stimulating nerves located in muscles and other tissues, which leads to release of endorphins and other neurohumoral factors (e.g. neuropeptide Y, serotonin), and changes the processing of pain in the brain and spinal cord

Back pain and sciatica can affect anyone at any age and most people will suffer from one condition at some point in their lives. Together, they are our country’s leading cause of disability and one of the main reasons for work-related sickness absence. Most lower back pain and sciatica is caused not by serious damage or disease, but by sprains, muscle strains, minor injuries, or a pinched or irritated nerve. It can also occur during pregnancy, or because of stress, viral infection or a kidney infection. Research has shown that acupuncture is very effective for back pain and it appears to be particularly useful as an adjunct to conventional care, for patients with more severe symptoms and for those wishing to avoid pain-killers. At New Leaf Acupuncture, Dublin, we can help back pain and sciatica by: providing pain relief – by stimulating nerves located in muscles and other tissues, acupuncture leads to release of endorphins and other neurohumoral factors and changes the processing of pain in the brain and spinal cord (Pomeranz 1987; Zhao 2008).reducing inflammation – by promoting release of vascular and immunomodulatory factors (Kim 2008, Kavoussi 2007;Zijlstra 2003).improving muscle stiffness and joint mobility – by increasing local microcirculation (Komori 2009), which aids dispersal of swelling and bruising.reducing the use of medication for back complaints (Thomas 2006).providing a more cost-effective treatment over a longer period of time (Radcliffe 2006;Witt 2006).improving the outcome when added to conventional treatments such as rehabilitation exercises (Ammendolia 2008; Yuan 2008).

Dry Needling involves multiple advances of a filament needle into the muscle in the region of a “Trigger Point’. The aim of Dry Needling is to achieve a local twitch response to release muscle tension and pain. Dry needling is an effective treatment for chronic pain of neuropathic origin with very few side effects. This technique is unequaled in finding and eliminating neuromuscular dysfunction that leads to pain and functional deficits. The needle used is very thin and most subjects do not even feel it penetrate the skin. A healthy muscle feels very little discomfort with insertion of this needle. However if the muscle is sensitive and shortened or has active trigger points within it, the subject will feel a sensation like a muscle cramp -‘the twitch response’. The patient also may feel a reproduction of “their” pain which is a helpful diagnostic indicator for the practitioner attempting to diagnose the cause of the patients symptoms. Patients soon learn to recognize and even welcome this sensation as it results in deactivating the trigger point, reducing pain and restoring normal length function to the involved muscle.

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In The Comfort Of Your Own Home …. Offers ConvenienceEliminates the Stress of Traveling- avoid driving, parking, waiting for your appointmentFacilitates Immobility - especially following injury, surgery, or illness. You may not be in a position to drive.Saves TimeOffers Comfort & Privacy in the familiar surroundings of your own homeGives you firsthand assessment of everyday mobility issuesIncludes Exercise Programs that can be designed around what you have at homeAllows Family/Carers to be present during your treatment session to ask questions and learn how they can helpOffers you Personal Attention for the entire sessionHelps you avoid long waiting listsHow much does it cost? All Chartered Physiotherapists listed on this site have quoted their own ratesSee your own Physiotherapist's profile for detailsWhat to expect: your first sessionA discussion of your health and current condition (how & when it started, your goals of treatment?, etc.)It helps to have any relevant information, including any GP or Consultant referrals, x-ray or scan results, medications etc. at handA physical assessment of things such as gait, flexibility, strength, balance, mobility and transfersYour physiotherapist would also discuss and explain their findings & decide on a treatment plan with youThey might give you exercises to do on your own or with help from family/caregivers?If it is required, they can set up a follow on appointment with youAside... If you have a lower limb or low back injury please wear shorts or similar for your own comfortLadies, if you are have an upper limb or neck injury please wear a string vest or similar for your own comfort