Originally published October 7 2005
Acupuncture becoming a popular treatment with dermatologists
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
Dermatologists like Dr. Ronald Sherman are considering new applications for acupuncture therapy, as more and more insurance plans are beginning to cover the treatment.
After treatment with an antiviral drug, there seemed to be no improvement.
The shingles -- a virus that affects nerve distribution -- were not going away and, after three visits, the man developed a case of Bell's Palsy, a temporary nerve paralysis.
"To add salt to the wound, this made the whole left side of his face droop.
It looked like he had a stroke," says Sherman, an associated with Advanced Dermatology Center in Ormond Beach.
"I had seen acupuncture help shingles, but I didn't know if it would help with Bell's Palsy.
He adds he refers patients to acupuncturists quite often -- usually for pain that won't subside.
Such nonprescription relief for stress-aggravated skin conditions is becoming more common.
But how can meditation, tai-chi, biofeedback, hypnotherapy or counseling ease the symptoms of rosacea or hives?
While the jury is still out on how many local dermatologists refer patients for such complementary treatment for skin ailments, it's happening with frequency in other areas.
Palm Coast-based acupuncturist Scott Beat says he has received referrals from physicians for stress reduction cases.
Palm Coast-based hypnotherapist Karyn Philips has treated patients with eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and sometimes even warts.
While hypnotherapy is "off the beaten path and hard for people to conceive," Philips says, it is a simple process that can alleviate many problems.
Healing touch is another option, says JoAnne Vogel, Ormond Beach-based certified healing touch practitioner.
"There are healing touch classes at Halifax Medical Center for continuing education credit for nurses and massage therapists.
And Hospice has two certified healing touch practitioners on staff, both RN's."
The other area in addition to food is environmental factors."
But, Sherman emphasizes, for stress-aggravated skin ailments, he is willing to think outside the box.
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