What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis occurs when the bone density decreases due to the loss of bone tissues and easily causes bone fractures. This disease usually begins to appear around the age of forty or during menopause in women. The danger of being affected by osteoporosis increases as one's age progresses.

What is the cause of osteoporosis?

In a person's life, although new bone tissues are being produced continuously, but old bone tissues are also being eliminated. If the speed of elimination is faster than that of bone tissue growth, this person will suffer from osteoporosis.

Who are the targets of osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis can appear in both men and women, but it mostly affects women during and after menopause where the secretion of hormone level drops. People over the age of forty who smoke, drink alcohol, consume long term drugs due to illness, do not exercise, and do not intake enough calcium and vitamin D are mostly targets of this disease.

How can osteoporosis affect one's life?

People with lowered bone density are very easily to fall or trip due to the weakening of the bones being unable to support the body movements. The bones at the spinal and hip areas are most commonly being affected by osteoporosis. Once they are injured, it takes a long process to recover and cause great inconveniences in one's daily life even in simple movements such as sitting, standing up, walking, etc.

How can acupuncture treatment benefit one's health?

The theory of acupuncture is to prevent osteoporosis even before it attacks you! Specific acupuncture points can stimulate the growth of bone tissues and replace the tissue loss fast enough to prevent the decrease in bone density. Acupuncture treatments can also strengthen the muscles to support the body weight, causing less pressure on the bones.

Will acupuncture treatment work for me if I already have osteoporosis?

Acupuncture treatment is definitely important for you if you are already suffering from osteoporosis. It is perhaps the only treatment that does not have side effects. The effect of acupuncture is much greater when combined with natural herbal treatment, diet, and exercise.

How can I learn more about osteoporosis?

Advanced Acupuncture, Inc. is presenting a series of Wellness Class, introducing complementary eastern and western medical approach and self-care techniques for managing common health challenges. Theories and techniques of natural medicine will be introduced during the Classes, with a variety of topics. For more information on the one-hour seminar/workshop on OSTEOPOROSIS, please call (626) 462-9821 or (310) 829-1141.

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