Chinese herbal medicine for insomnia and herbal treatment is particularly indicated for re-harmonizing a disturbed sleep-wake cycle. Disturbed sleep cycles may be due to medication, stress, cardiovascular conditions, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, neurological disorders, and sciatica, among other causes. Insomnia and herbal treatment health regimens often include complementary and alternative medicine practices such as Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, yoga, hypnosis, or other relaxation techniques.

Insomnia and herbal treatment formulas include herbs effective in the treatment of sleep disorders. Commonly used Chinese herbs for insomnia and herbal treatment are longan fruit, golden thread, mimosa bark, and sour jujube seed. Herbal medicine is composed of leaves, fruits, seeds, branches, flowers, bark, and roots. Formulas for insomnia and herbal treatment are combined, prescribed and tailored to individual symptoms. If frequent sleep difficulties or daytime fatigue occurs, an insomnia and herbal treatment health plan should be recommended for you by your acupuncture physician or primary health care provider.

For chronic and transient sleep disorders, insomnia and herbal treatment health plans may utilize acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in conjunction to improve sleeping patterns, decrease pain and promote deeper breathing. Insomnia and herbal treatment therapies can correct imbalances without creating the side effects typically associated with allopathic remedies. By incorporating acupuncture into insomnia and herbal treatment plans, therapy increases production of certain chemicals in the brain, including serotonin, which aid sleep.

Each herbal formula for insomnia and herbal treatment consists of a balanced blend of about 5-15 herbs, designed to provide symptom relief while addressing the underlying origin of the imbalance. Formulas for insomnia and herbal treatment are available in pill, powder or tea form. Insomnia and herbal treatment formulas also work to enhance immune system functioning and overall good health. Insomnia and herbal treatment formulas should be prescribed for you by an experienced herbalist.

Acupuncture & Massage College´s Masters of Oriental Medicine and Massage Therapy programs prepare graduates for careers as acupuncture physicians and massage therapists. For program information call Joe Calareso at (305) 595-9500. For acupuncture and herbal therapy, request Dr. Richard Browne, Acupuncture Physician.