Scientists in Greece at the University of Athens tested two groups of athletes with plantar fasciitis. Both groups received conventional treatments, but only one group received acupuncture. Those who got needled experienced significantly more relief after just a matter of weeks. The researchers concluded that "acupuncture should be considered as a major therapeutic instrument for the decrease of heel pain, combined with traditional medical approaches."
The earlier you begin acupuncture, the better. This is always true - the younger the better and the earlier into your symptom the better. I can't stress how waiting until the last minute makes your treatment last longer and need to be more frequent. When people say that they "don't have to see their MD every day" I respond by saying "that's true. But you are taking medication every day or more than once a day! That is the equivalent of seeing your MD for treatment daily." Acupuncture heals rather than put on a bandaid to hide symptoms.
So true, good post.
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