Acupuncture
Can You Exercise After Acupuncture?
If you train regularly, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s safe to work out after an acupuncture session. Many athletes use acupuncture to improve mobility, strength, recovery, and pain control so they can train consistently. But what about going right back to lifting, running, or conditioning afterward?
The short answer is yes. In many cases, it is perfectly safe to exercise after acupuncture, and movement can even help the treatment work better. But the best choice depends on your body, your goals, and the type of issue you’re being treated for.
Most athletes are looking for clarity to know when it’s safe to push and when their body needs more recovery. It’s completely normal to worry about losing progress or throwing off your training rhythm. This is especially true when you’re working through pain, tightness, or recovery. This guide is meant to give you confidence in your choice.
At Big Easy Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Metairie, I work with lifting athletes, runners, weekend warriors, and active people who want to keep their bodies strong and moving well. This guide explains what to expect, when to train, when to rest, and how to know what is right for you. continue reading
Pinpointing Migraine Relief with Acupuncture
According to the CDC, in the United States, over 15 percent of all adults complain about severe headaches or migraines, with prevalence among women more than twice as high as among men. In 2021, 4.3% of adults aged ≥18 years reported being bothered a lot by headache or migraine in the past 3 months, with a higher percentage among women (6.2%) than men (2.2%).
Treatment options include medication that can often leave sufferers feeling groggy and unlike themselves for hours after taking it. Many people are looking for a drug-free way to combat the root cause of migraines and they’re finding it with acupuncture. Let’s look at how acupuncture can truly provide relief to those suffering from chronic migraines. continue reading
Needle by Needle: Acupuncture and Healing from Trauma
People can experience trauma in a variety of ways. Trauma can be physical or emotional. It can be the result of an event like a car accident or through a relationship like with an abusive parent, teacher/coach, or spouse. Trauma doesn’t just reside in the mind but rather embeds itself deep in the body.
It can be tricky to treat and can manifest anxiety and other behavioral triggers sometimes without warning. Many trauma victims are finding that acupuncture, with its whole-person, body-based approach, offers a powerful and gentle tool for those seeking to heal from the wounds trauma leaves behind. continue reading
Acupuncture for Arthritis Relief in Metairie, LA Big Easy Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Does acupuncture help with arthritis?
Yes, acupuncture can relieve arthritis pain by releasing tight muscles, improving blood flow and oxygen to affected joints, reducing inflammation, and restoring mobility. continue reading
How Acupuncture Supports Healing in Autoimmune Diseases
In January 2025, Mayo Clinic researchers and collaborators have described — for the first time — the prevalence of autoimmune diseases in the U.S. Their research, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, reports that about 15 million people are estimated to have one or more of 105 autoimmune diseases. Treatments can vary but more and more people are looking for alternatives without harsh side effects. Patients are seeking out complementary treatments that address the whole person, not just the symptoms. Among these options, acupuncture stands out as a promising therapy with ancient roots and growing modern validation. continue reading
