Stress is part of our everyday lives, however it becomes unhealthy when we start feeling overwhelmed.

Stress and anxiety are emotional responses that have been triggered by an external occurence or event. Over time both stress and anxiety can lead to a chronic condition that affects the body's cortisol levels, which disrupts normal body functioning, our overall well-being and quality of life.

Stress and anxiety can affect our sleep, impact our immune system, increase our consumption of alcohol and unhealthy foods while leaving us vulnerable to ill health.

what happens

Chinese medicine has an integrative approach to well-being that includes your physical body, emotional and mental health as well as relational health to your surroundings and environment.

When the body experiences an interrupted or obstructed flow of Qi and energy, it experiences insomnia, fatigue, digestive issues, concentration difficulties, tightness and tension in areas such as the neck, shoulders, chest and lower back. Subsequently, heightened emotions such as irritation, frustration and anger can occur.

how Chinese medicine can help

Chinese medicine has the ability to interpret and diagnose the location of Qi and Blood obstruction within the channels and organs, which determines a treatment strategy to relieve the obstruction while enhancing the free flow of Qi and Blood.

Consequently the body will experience a balancing effect on the stress hormones while also calming the sympathetic nervous system.

Stress and anxiety are treated with acupuncture, and may also include moxibustion, Chinese herbal medicine and yangsheng.

A recent study suggests that acupuncture can be a safe and an effective alternative for the treatment of anxiety, with fewer side effects than conventional medicine treatments.