Acupuncture for Hashimoto’s disease NYC
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF hashimoto’s disease?
Form of autoimmune disease which attacks the thyroid leading to hypothyroidism
Often undetected since disease onset is slow
Most commonly seen in middle age women but can occur at any age male or female
High risk factor includes being a female with a family hereditary of thyroid dysfunction
If thyroid is slightly enlarged and there is no sign of thyroid deficiency, Western treatment may only consist of regular monitoring and observation. This does not help with the patient’s symptoms
SYMPTOMS
Intolerant to cold
Unexplained weight gain
Fatigue
Constipation
Goiter in the neck
Facial swelling
Hair loss
Depressed
Joint Pain
HOW DOES ACUPUNCTURE HELP WITH hashimoto’s disease?
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine helps regulate an over active immune system, calms the nervous system, and regulate hormones in the body.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
Chinese medicine is effective in helping restoring function and managing symptoms of hypothyroidism.
Severity of the disease ranges from mild to severe. And each have their own course of treatments recommended. To find out please consult with us what is the best course possible.
If the Hashimoto’s disease has been chronic 5+ years it will be unlikely to restore thyroid function without medication. A small portion of people will still have symptoms while taking the meds. We can treat the remaining symptoms while you are on your medication.