Clicking on the title of this post will take you to a a study of alternative treatments for insomnia. I was particularly interested in the section on acupuncture, which I have tried with some success.
Clinical studies show that it can be effective but it is almost impossible to do controlled experiments on acupuncture because acupuncture is an individualized treatment and the same acupuncture points will not necessarily be used for every patient complaining of insomnia.
It has also been my experience that acupuncturists differ widely in ability. I was fortunate to find a wonderful acupuncturist who has given me first-rate treatment. I highly recommend Chao Chen in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. His phone is 954-761-7115.
If you do not live in S. Florida, use the following criteria for finding a good acupuncturist:
1. The acupuncturist should have completed a full course of study in acupuncture that is at least 3 years long.
2. He or she should have five years of experience.
3. Ask if he or she has experience treating insomnia.
4. Be aware that chiropractors and others can be certified as acupuncturists to treat pain but may be unable to treat other conditions.
Please visit my website at Help For Insomnia. It contains longer articles, some written by me and some written by others.
I also have a website selling test preparation material at satmathbook.net
Thursday, March 19, 2009
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