{"id":1455,"date":"2018-06-12T16:10:24","date_gmt":"2018-06-12T16:10:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=1455"},"modified":"2024-01-29T15:33:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T10:03:00","slug":"acupuncture-for-diabetes-what-are-the-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/acupuncture-for-diabetes-what-are-the-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Acupuncture for Diabetes: What Are the Benefits?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/acupuncture-for-diabetes-what-are-the-benefits\/#Benefit_of_Acupuncture_For_Diabetes\" title=\"Benefit of Acupuncture For Diabetes\">Benefit of Acupuncture For Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/acupuncture-for-diabetes-what-are-the-benefits\/#How_to_Find_a_Good_Acupuncturist\" title=\"How to Find a Good Acupuncturist\">How to Find a Good Acupuncturist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Acupuncture as a therapy can be traced back to almost 2500 years in\u00a0China. It is a treatment form which involves inserting very thin needles through a person&#8217;s skin at specific beneficial points on the body. This therapy corrects the imbalance of flow in our body. But, did you know about the benefits of acupuncture for diabetes? Read this blog to know all about acupuncture if you have diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F1455\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefit_of_Acupuncture_For_Diabetes\"><\/span>Benefit of Acupuncture For Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Various studies conducted suggest that acupuncture is beneficial in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/effective-home-remedies-for-diabetes-top-ways-to-manage-your-sugar-levels\/\">diabetes management and control of diabetes<\/a>-related complications. The technique of diabetes care via acupuncture differs for type 1 and type 2 diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heal Neuropathy: Since acupuncture works directly on the nerves, hence helps manage the pain associated with diabetes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower Blood Sugar: Studies state acupuncture helps lower blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_772072012.jpg\" alt=\"acupuncture\" class=\"wp-image-9080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_772072012.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_772072012-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_772072012-420x235.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Risk factors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are general risks associated with this treatment- soreness and slight bleeding where needles are inserted is common.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to ensure the needles are removed after your treatment is over.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not go for acupuncture if you&#8217;re pregnant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_a_Good_Acupuncturist\"><\/span><strong>How to Find a Good Acupuncturist<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>General acupuncturists are easier to find, but finding one who knows about diabetes may take some effort. You can find a lot of information online or on <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.healtharx.beato\">diabetes management apps<\/a>. You could check referral pages or simply ask a healthcare educator about the same. Almost all acupuncture treatments start with a consultation. Discuss your current health plan and medication with the certified acupuncturist before you start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do Not Stop Your Medication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acupuncture is a complementary treatment and you should not stop your existing medical plan. Just make sure to inform your doctor about this before you start. Also keep exercise and your healthy diabetic diet in place. Self-management remains the most important treatment for diabetes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-among-youth-causes-symptoms-diagnosis\/\"><em>Diabetes in Children: Causes, Symptoms &amp; Diagnosis<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/BeatO-CURV-Smartphone-Glucometer.png\" alt=\"advantages of a glucometer\" class=\"wp-image-7880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/BeatO-CURV-Smartphone-Glucometer.png 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/BeatO-CURV-Smartphone-Glucometer-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/BeatO-CURV-Smartphone-Glucometer-420x235.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Invest in a Glucometer<\/strong><br>Management of diabetes can be difficult. Type 2 diabetes is the most commonly found and requires regular blood sugar tests. Visiting the clinic each time can be difficult. Hence, investing in a glucometer supported with a diabetes management app can be helpful. It helps track and manage blood sugar levels at any time anywhere.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":9081,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[9,6,7,8,49],"class_list":["post-1455","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diabetes-basics","tag-blood-sugar-level","tag-diabetes","tag-diabetes-care","tag-diabetes-management","tag-diabetic-care"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1455"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1455"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1455\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18975,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1455\/revisions\/18975"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9081"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1455"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1455"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1455"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}