Adrenals and acupressure/acupuncture

Posted by jillkellyauthor @jillkellyauthor, Jun 6 1:33pm

Chinese medicine is keen on healthy adrenals. Has anyone tried herbs, acupressure, or acupuncture to get the adrenals awake and functioning? Thanks, Jill in Portland, OR

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elleninz | @elleninz | Jun 21 11:57pm

Hi Jill in Portland, I am trying to find a good acupuncture in CT, but have not found anyone. I am sure adrenals could benefit from it. Keep in touch, Ellen

tbird0464 | @tbird0464 | Jun 25 4:33pm

PMR since 2021. I have had success with accupuncture. I was a skeptic at first, but now go every week. I find relief for about 3-4 days. I plan my appointments around my activities. I also use Eastern Medicines to help. If your Accupuncture specialist is also certified in Eastern Medicine it helps if these are coordinated. I would also check with your insurance because many insurance providers are covering some visits. That's not to say this is the only thing to do... I have drastically reduced sugar, salt, bad carbs, no sodas, and very very limited alcohol in my diet as well as drink TONS of water daily.

PS. Infrared heating pads are also worth the investment. If you find heat helps, infrared heating pads or blankets are a great option.