Acupuncture for Heart Health

Did you know that heart disease is the biggest killer of women, worldwide? Heart attacks are often thought of as a men’s health issue but coronary heart disease is just as much a concern for women, especially after the menopause.

Heart disease covers lots of different conditions. In this blog I’m going to explain how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture can support your heart health and help manage some of these conditions.

Hypertension

Better known as high blood pressure, hypertension is a silent killer because it often has no obvious symptoms. Left untreated it can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and even premature death.

Acupuncture has been shown to be:

• As effective as medication in managing high blood pressure.
• More effective than medication alone when acupuncture and medication are combined.

Angina

Chest pains known as angina are associated with coronary heart disease. It can be controlled by medication but studies have shown better outcomes for patients when the medicine is combined with TCM Acupuncture.

One study found that acupuncture reduced the frequency of angina attacks and improved depression and anxiety levels compared with standard medical care alone.

Atrial Fibrillation

This is a type of cardiac arrythmia or irregular heartbeat. A few years ago I filmed a series of YouTube videos with Dr Sanjay Gupta, a leading cardiologist who has worked extensively with patients with atrial fibrillation. We discussed many aspects of heart health including the need for good sleep! You can find our videos over on YouTube.

Acupuncture has been shown to be highly effective at managing heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation, either with or without medication.

Heart Failure

When the heart begins to fail it is unable to pump blood around the body properly. This can make you breathless and tired and you may notice fluid retention and swelling in your abdomen, lower legs and feet.

A systematic review of 32 randomized controlled trials looking at acupuncture for heart failure found that acupuncture was more effective than standard care for improving cardiac output and physical exercise tests.

Is acupuncture safe for heart patients?

TCM Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to manage heart diseases. Modern scientific research is catching up with traditional medicine, and many studies demonstrate the safety and  benefits of using acupuncture for heart health.

I enjoy working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and am happy to liaise with your cardiologist if you wish to benefit from acupuncture alongside conventional treatments.

Worried about your blood pressure, angina, or atrial fibrillation?

Looking for a holistic approach to managing your heart health?

Give me a call TODAY on 07788 633292 or email info@yorktraditionalacupuncture.co.uk to find out more about my TCM Acupuncture care.

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