Acupuncture for insomnia

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Acupuncture effectively addresses insomnia and related sleep disorders, which affect 10-40% of adults and up to 25% of children. These conditions can impair alertness and memory, lead to emotional and physical fatigue, and increase the risk of depression, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension. This resource offers a comprehensive approach to treating chronic and acute sleeplessness, utilizing therapeutic strategies from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and classical Chinese medicine. Key features include a thorough overview of the physiology, causes, and treatments of sleep disorders, highlighting parallels between Western and Chinese medicine. It classifies acupuncture points related to sleep, aiding practitioners in selecting suitable treatments. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of sleep energetics in Chinese medicine and explores the significance of dreams, integrating them into patient therapy. Written by a physician trained in both TCM and classical acupuncture, it includes numerous case examples and a review of contemporary scientific studies on Chinese medicine and sleep. This essential reference serves acupuncture practitioners aiming to deliver optimal care for patients experiencing insomnia and other sleep-related issues.