How Acupuncture Works for Eye Diseases
Acupuncture, a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), treats diseases by stimulating specific acupoints to regulate the flow of Qi and blood in the body. For eye diseases, acupuncture primarily works through the following mechanisms:
- Improving Local Blood Circulation
Acupuncture promotes blood circulation around and within the eyes, enhancing the supply of oxygen and nutrients to repair damaged tissues. - Regulating Nervous System Function
By stimulating nerve endings, acupuncture balances the autonomic nervous system, alleviating symptoms such as eye fatigue and dry eye syndrome. - Anti-inflammatory and Immune Modulation
Acupuncture has anti-inflammatory effects and can modulate immune responses, aiding in the treatment of immune-related eye diseases. - Promoting Tissue Repair
Acupuncture activates the body’s self-repair mechanisms, promoting the regeneration of retinal and optic nerve tissues.
WHO’s Perspective on Acupuncture
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes acupuncture as an effective complementary therapy and recommends it for various conditions, including certain eye diseases. Examples include:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Atrophy
- Retinopathy
- Eye pain due to subconjunctival injection
WHO emphasizes that acupuncture is safe, with minimal side effects, and is a valuable traditional medical practice worth promoting.
Contact Us
If you or your family members have any eye-related health concerns, please feel free to contact our TCM Ophthalmology Department. Our professional team will provide personalized acupuncture treatment plans to help restore your eye health.
Contact Information:
- Phone ,whatsapp: +65 8139 8627
- Email: scottxiao@gmail.com
- Address: BLOCK 335, Serangoon Ave 3. Singapore 550335