Stopping Smoking, Why acupuncture really works.
In her article “How to stop smoking, naturally,” Dia Wong L.Ac. outlines the simple and natural method to stop smoking with acupuncture in as little as 4 days.
The role of acupuncture in nicotine cessation isn’t limited to reducing cravings. Acupuncture has also been proven to promote relaxation and better sleep, two major symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. Moreover, acupuncture can be used to treat many disorders associated with smoking, such as damage to the bronchial, pulmonary and cardiovascular systems and the symptoms from nicotine withdrawal. There are many factors that effect the effectiveness of acupuncture. These factors, include the length of time the patient has been smoking, their overall health, and the frequency of treatment. In many cases, the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association or NADA acupuncture protocol is used to help the patient maintain control and reduce cravings.
Scientific Literature, key points from recent publications:
In a study of 46 smokers who averaged 20 cigarettes a day for 23 years found that acupuncture helped many of them quit completely. Read more [here].
A 4 week clinical trial of 238 smokers concluded that acupuncture decreased the amount of cigarettes smoked and the desire to smoke. Read more [here].
Another study showing that acupuncture was significantly more helpful than a placebo in helping people quit smoking. Read more [here].
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