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JustAnotherGen

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Reply to raccoon (Original post)

Sun May 25, 2025, 10:39 AM

May 25

But I have Ankylosing Spondylitis.

My acupuncturist focuses on key points on the vagus nerve which greatly reduces how I perceive/experience the damage being done. It doesn't reverse it - it helps the pain. I get pins at the nape of my neck and belly area which helps with the pain at my toe joints.

Your sister will need a few sessions to reap the benefits, then plan on once a week at minimum.

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My fellow Du'ers, my sister, also a Senior, has very bad arthritis in her right foot. Also some fingers. [View all] raccoon May 25 OP

Not a Senior JustAnotherGen May 25 #1

The needles are generally put in all around the body. Quakerfriend May 25 #2

I highly recommend acupuncture! Faux pas May 25 #3

Try tart cherry tablets. It worked for me. OLDMDDEM May 25 #4

Similarly, Ayurvedic Triphala is a super duper food supplement Ponietz May 25 #5

Acupuncture can be highly effective. There are other options... hlthe2b May 25 #6