Studies show that Laser "acupuncture" - no needles - successfully treats depression

I offer laser acupuncture in my practice so check this out.  Researchers have discovered that laser acupuncture significantly reduces depression symptoms. Laser acupuncture is the stimulation of acupuncture points with light instead of needles. Laser acupuncture uses low intensity laser beams and does not damage the skin, burn or cause discomfort. Laser acupuncture was applied to acupuncture points two times per week for four weeks and then one time per week for an additional four weeks. The study, conducted at the University of New South Wales, use strict protocols to ensure accurate results. The methodology ensured that the study was double-blinded, randomised and placebo controlled. All patients admitted to the study suffered from major depressive disorder. After three months, a follow-up investigation showed that the laser acupuncture group showed clinically significant improvements in depression recovery outcomes over the control group.

This is not the first modern study to show that acupuncture and Chinese medicine relieve depression. Another recent investigation finds that acupuncture effectively treats depression for patients undergoing treatment with the antidepressant paroxetine (Paxil, Sereupin, Aropax). The researchers discovered that both acupuncture and electroacupuncture improved “the quality of life in depressed patients undergoing paroxetine treatment.” Overall, the emphasis of this research showed that acupuncture treatments enhance and complement the beneficial effects of the pharmaceutical medication paroxetine for patients suffering from depression.

References: Quah-Smith, I., C. Smith, J. D. Crawford, and J. Russell. "Laser acupuncture for depression: A randomised double blind controlled trial using low intensity laser intervention." Journal of affective disorders (2013).

To better fit in to your budget, laser acupuncture treatments can be in 15 or 30 minute increments after an initial 45to 60 minute comprehensive appointment.  

Insurance billing: As a service to you, we find out whether or not your health insurance covers acupuncture and when it does we bill your insurance.  There are plans that cover it, some pay for unlimited visits.  Why not be healthier?  That's what the insurance company realizes - preventing surgeries, the use of expensive pain killers, and your having to have medical procedures saves them (and you!) money.  And even preventing the common cold saves your employer money.
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