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Athletes and Acupuncture MONIQUE BAIN, L.AC, DIPL.AC
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thletes and coaches are in an ongoing search for ways to improve performance and decrease recovery time in order to gain a competitive edge. Many pro athletes and professional sports teams are utilizing acupuncture as part of their wellness program, not only to have peak performances, but also to prevent injuries and treat existing injuries with faster recovery time. Factors that influence performance include cardiovascular fatigue, muscular fatigue, delayed onset muscle soreness, injuries and anxiety. Clinical evidence shows that Acupuncture successfully address the physical as well as the psychological factors that can prevent an athlete from performing at his or her full potential. NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck, fullback Tony Richardson, linebackers James Farrior and James Harrison, defensive end Marcus Strout, hockey superstar Jaromi Jagr, Olympic high jumper Amy Acuff, and cyclist Lance Armstrong regularly use acupuncture as part of their training regimens.
For those who have bodies suffering a lot of wear and tear due to sports or intense training regimens, acupuncture is a highly effective, time tested treatment. Acupuncture resolves pain, accelerates healing, increases range of motion, decreases inflammation, swelling and bruising, relaxes muscles, relieves spasms, lowers the body pain response and improves circulation. It’s important to know that Acupuncture as well as cupping can be used in conjunction with physical therapy, chiropractic and massage.
Why Use Acupuncture? Improves blood flow: When the needles activate points, they create an increase in nitric oxide which causes blood vessels to relax and widen, opening up arteries. The process allows more blood flow to the heart, improving cardiovascular health. Prevents Injuries: Acupuncture promotes neurological and cardiovascular balance, supporting the body’s homeostasis, therefore preventing injuries. Should injury arise, treatments regulate nerve conduction and microcirculation in the area of inflammation, speeding up healing. FRONT GATES
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Energy and Endurance enhancement: Acupuncture regulates the nervous system, helping improve energy and endurance and allowing for enhanced athletic performances. Muscle relaxation and rapid recovery: Blood flow is increased through the body, tight muscles relax and inflammation reduces, relieving fatigue, strain and soreness. Treatments between training sessions and after races, competitions or games minimizes muscle fatigue, promotes deeper more restful sleep allowing muscle tissue to rebuild and energy is restored faster. Monique Bain, L.Ac, Dipl.Ac., graduated from the Academy of Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, with her degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and is Nationally Board Certified in Acupuncture. Five Element Wellness Center is located at 17150 Royal Palm Boulevard, Suite 1, in Weston and at 7310 West McNab Road, Suite 107, in Tamarac. Visit the website at www.5ewc.com or contact the office at 954-657-8342.