Can acupuncture help you stay focused?

Does your mind just go a million miles a minute? Have a hard time focusing on certain tasks? Part of the problem is our bodies were designed to move and we have become too sedentary. Our nervous system doesn’t know how to respond to this. And it also affects our muscles, tendons and circulatory systems. The more time we spend on our phones, tablets, etc., the more stagnant everything becomes. Our muscles shorten, tighten and atrophy, our circulation becomes sluggish and our brains foggy. For everything to function properly, you have to get up and move. But there are other ways to increase focus and concentration. Can acupuncture help you stay focused?

What do the studies say?  

A recent study published by the Journal of Neural Regeneration Research found acupuncture treatments can lead to improved cognitive function. Functional brain MRIs showed an increase in the communication areas of the brain associated with higher level cognitive function and memory. When cognitive function is improved, so too is one’s ability to stay focused and on task. This study also concluded acupuncture treatments can increase neural plasticity, which decreases naturally as we age. All of this demonstrates acupuncture can indeed improve overall brain function, allowing people to live more fulfilling lives.

If you or somebody you know suffers from attention deficit issues, acupuncture might be exactly what they need to get back on track. Give our office a call today at (425) 686-4498 to schedule your initial consultation to learn how we can help.

Source:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5361509/