One day, while walking in the community park, I saw people around me happily enjoying the sunshine and breeze, but I was almost unable to move due to the symptoms of shoulder periarthritis (jian zhou yan). Just as I was in pain, a little girl came over and said with a smile, “Big brother, is your shoulder uncomfortable? I have a good method that can help relieve it.”
I smiled wryly and said, “I’ve had this shoulder periarthritis for a long time and have tried many methods, but nothing seems to work.” The little girl blinked and said mysteriously, “Let me take a look at you!”
So, the little girl took me to a nearby clinic. Inside, there was a kind TCM doctor who examined my shoulder and then took out a long, thin needle from the drawer and gently inserted it into my acupuncture point (zhen jiu).
At first, I was a bit nervous, but soon I felt something different. As the acupuncture needle pierced my acupuncture point, I felt a warm current flowing from the point, gradually spreading throughout my shoulder. I was surprised and asked, “Does this really work?” The TCM doctor smiled and said, “This is acupuncture, a unique therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It helps to unblock the meridians (jing luo) and harmonize qi and blood (qi xue), thereby relieving pain and improving function.”
I nodded, half-convinced, and continued to endure the pain of the needle. After about 15 minutes, I was pleasantly surprised to find that my originally stiff shoulder began to relax, and I could even perform some simple movements.
When I got home, I followed the TCM doctor’s advice and persisted in doing shoulder stretches and massages every day. Gradually, my shoulder periarthritis symptoms improved significantly; my shoulder was no longer so painful and stiff, and I could perform some daily activities.
This experience sparked a strong interest in TCM within me. I wondered why TCM had such miraculous effects. After some study and understanding, I gradually realized the secrets behind it.
TCM believes that the body’s meridians run throughout the body, connecting various organs and parts. When the meridians are blocked, various diseases and symptoms can occur. Acupuncture is a method that stimulates acupuncture points to unblock the meridians and harmonize qi and blood. Each acupuncture point has different effects and can treat different symptoms.
In addition to acupuncture, TCM has many other unique treatment methods, such as cupping (ba guan), tuina (tui na), and Chinese herbal medicine (zhong yao). These methods can help people adjust their bodily functions to prevent and treat diseases.
Of course, TCM is not a panacea. For some diseases and symptoms, it may require a combination of various treatment methods to achieve the best results. Therefore, when choosing TCM treatment, it is essential to select a reputable medical institution and qualified TCM practitioners.
Now, I have integrated TCM principles into my daily life. Every morning after getting up, I drink a cup of warm water and then do some simple stretching exercises to help awaken my body’s vitality. During work breaks, I also take time to stretch and massage my shoulders to relieve tension and pain.
I have also found that TCM has good efficacy for some chronic diseases. For example, I suffer from hypertension (gao xue ya) and diabetes (tang niao bing). Every time I go to the hospital, the TCM doctor prescribes suitable herbal formulas based on my constitution and condition. After a period of treatment, my blood pressure and blood sugar levels have been effectively controlled.
Reflecting on my experience, I deeply appreciate the charm and magic of TCM. It not only helps relieve pain and improve symptoms but also adjusts bodily functions to prevent and treat diseases. I believe that in the days to come, I will continue to explore and learn the wisdom of TCM, making my life healthier and better.
Do you also have shoulder periarthritis issues? Why not try TCM’s acupuncture therapy? Of course, before trying any treatment method, be sure to consult a professional TCM practitioner or medical institution to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.
In addition, besides acupuncture, there are many other methods that can help relieve the symptoms of shoulder periarthritis, such as heat therapy (re zhi), massage, and physiotherapy. You can choose the treatment method that suits you based on your actual situation.
Maintaining good lifestyle habits is also an important measure to alleviate shoulder periarthritis. For example, pay attention to warmth, avoid overexertion, and maintain correct sitting and standing postures. These measures can help reduce the burden on your shoulders and promote recovery.
I want to say that TCM is a profound cultural treasure. It is not just a treatment method but also a philosophy of life. By learning and practicing TCM, we can better understand our bodies and diseases, thus better coping with the challenges and difficulties in life.
So, friends, if you or someone around you has shoulder periarthritis issues, why not try TCM’s acupuncture therapy? I believe that with the help of TCM, you will recover soon and enjoy a healthy and happy life!