Tiredness

Tiredness or fatigue affects all of us from time to time but in the normal run of events it will pass after some relaxation or a good nights sleep. Persistent tiredness however can become a long term problem which can seriously affect the quality of life. At any given time, one in 10 people suffer with persistent tiredness. 

For some people, tiredness is a symptom of a medical condition such as M.E., Glandular Fever, Anaemia, Fibromyalgia or Diabetes (to name a few). For other people, there may be no discernable cause. Tiredness can be a result of being overweight. If you are overweight your body has to work harder than normal to do everyday activities. Being tired can also be a vicious circle from which it is difficult to escape. The tiredness makes it difficult to face physical activities. Avoiding the physical activities leads to lower levels of fitness and so increases the feelings of being tired.

Stress and worry are tiring emotions. Facing a stressful situation can be draining, especially when you can't see a solution to your problems. Feeling that you have no control over a situation may make you frustrated, irritable and tired. Tiredness can also be triggered by stressful situations. This may include a recent bereavement, financial circumstances, moving house, family issues or work problems. Mental health problems such as depression or anxiety can make you feel more tired. They can also prevent you from sleeping properly which can obviously lead to tiredness.

Acupuncture can help with tiredness whatever the cause. Many patients who have acupuncture treatment for another condition, comment on how they have seen their energy levels improve since they started their treatments. Acupuncture often improves sleep and lowers anxiety which in turn often improves tiredness. Patients with Myalgic Encephalopathy (M.E.) and Fibromyalgia have also found acupuncture helpful in mitigating the symptoms of their disease.

Regardless of the western diagnosis of the cause of the tiredness (if any), the acupuncturist will always take a full case history. The acupuncturist will ask questions about the patients presenting symptoms as well as details about the patient’s current lifestyle and situation. The acupuncturist will then work out a treatment plan specific to that individual patient’s needs.

If you have any further questions about this subject please do not hesitate to ask. We will be happy to answer any queries. Email us at info@woodlandsacupuncture.co.uk and we will aim to respond within 24 hours. If you live in the Manchester area, you can make an appointment for a free 15 minute chat with the acupuncturist to find out how acupuncture could help you.