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eration in the spine. There is usually some kind of trauma involved, which would be revealed as part of a patient’s personal medical history from an introductory assessment. In these instances, headaches can be treated through physical therapy manipulations of muscles, ten- dons, fascia and more. The bottom line is headache treatment is handled individually de- pending on symptoms, test results and overall medical history. Sample Headache Scenarios Hormonal Imbalances There is a class of headaches associated with premenstrual syn- drome (PMS), perimenopause, and estrogen/progesterone imbalanc - es (i.e., too much “bad” estrogen). In these instances, blood and saliva tests are conducted to determine levels of sex hormones, and for thy- roid and adrenal function. Once a complete hormonal profile has been determined, specific supplements can be combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments accordingly. DIM (Diindolylmethane), NAC (N-acetylcysteine, an antioxidant), and lipoic acid are often used to balance estrogen and help detoxify the liver. These steps are usual- ly combined with conditioning the GI tract; they work to restore and support kidney and adrenal function, all of which help to reduce in- flammation and reduce the severity of headaches and hormonal trig - gers. Magnesium Deficiency Spastic headaches, as well as muscle cramps, constipation, palpi- tations, anxiety and insomnia can all signal a magnesium deficiency in the body. Depending on the patient’s need, various types of mag - nesium supplementation is available, including glycinate, citrate, and aspartate. Food Allergies One of the most common triggers for headaches is food allergies and food sensitivities. In addition to headaches, food sensitivities can cause bloating, indigestion, diarrhea and IBS, as well as muscle pain, eczema, and nasal congestion. Dairy/cheese and gluten sensitivities along with preservatives, dyes and sulfites are among the triggers most often reported. Computerized energetic testing (also known as an EAV assessment), as well as blood sensitivity testing, both in the Function- al Medicine arsenal, can provide clues to which foods to avoid, thereby helping a patient avoid headaches, and other physiological triggers. In some cases, a breath test or blood test can determine the pres - ence of SIBO, when normal bacteria, which we all have in the gut, becomes more aggressive causing indigestion and/or headaches. The overgrowth of candida can be determined as well by clinical symptoms plus a stool test. Checking urinary organic acids can be helpful to find out about energy production and mitochondria function. This is particularly ef- fective for assessing those patients who are experiencing brain fog, muscle ache, and fatigue along with migraines. Acupuncture for Headaches There is a large body of scientific research supporting the effective - ness of acupuncture for treating headaches and migraines, both alone and in combination with Functional Medicine approaches. Acupunc - ture can reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches by providing either stimulation or sedation of “Chi”, the energy flow, to the cer - tain meridian(s) affected by the energy deficit or excess. Simply put, if energy, or Chi, is distributed equally in the body, then there are no headaches. An acupuncturist needs to know all entry/exit and connection points, much like an electrician, in order to provide equilibrium in the body. Applying successful acupuncture treatment is often classified by
Mind Body Ments • Clinical Hypnotherapy – Ages 5 & Up • Thai Yoga Bodywork & Reflexology Helena Amos, M.Ac., L.Ac., is a licensed acupuncturist, European physician and Functional Medicine practitioner with more than 30 years of clinical experi - ence combining the best of modern Functional Medicine with the ancient wisdom of Traditional Oriental Medicine. She is Founder/Owner of the Acupuncture and Natural Medicine Clinic in Rockville, MD, and is available for in-office and tele - health consultations. Visit rockvilleacupuncturemd.com for appointments and to see her list of services offered and conditions treated. their allocation and Chinese medicine pattern. For example: ● Top of the head headaches - related to faulty distribution to the Liver Meridian and Kidney Meridian deficiency ● Side of the head - related to Gallbladder Meridian ● Forehead - related to Stomach Meridian ● Whole head and occipital lobe - related to Kidney Meridian Patients can also benefit from learning certain acupressure points they can use to eliminate the headaches themselves. In my own prac - tice, I choose individual points for them according to their allocation patterns. Lastly, it’s important to note that different headaches are related to the appearance of different emotional disturbances, like frustration and anger, fear and anxiety, and others. Acupuncture is very success- ful in addressing and restoring the body-mind-spirit equilibrium. Clinical headaches are common, painful, disruptive and even debil- itating. If you are among the sufferers in this category, understanding that relief is available through Acupuncture treatments and Function- al Medicine is an important step to regaining control over your health and wellness. Proper education about the causative factors of your headaches, together with detoxification, quality sleep, proper hydra - tion, stress management, and a clean diet are the keys to successfully terminating your symptoms and having a productive life.
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