Posts tagged: Retinitis Pigmentosa

Studies Indicate the Viability of Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Treatment of Retinitis Pigmentosa

Growing evidence reveals acupuncture as being an effective form of modality for retinitis pigmentosa (RP). This condition is a degenerative type of eye disorder which in the end can result in blindness. The Journal of Clinical Acupuncture and Moxibustion published a recent study that suggested acupuncture’s ability to protect the … Continue reading

Wednesday September 30th, 2015 in , | Comments Off on Studies Indicate the Viability of Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Treatment of Retinitis Pigmentosa

Retinitis Pigmentosa and Acupuncture’s Ability in Treating this Disease

A hereditary condition leading to peripheral loss of vision, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) is the result of the gradual degeneration of structures, known as cones and rods, situated in the retina. The person’s peripheral vision is gradually narrowed as the disease progresses although the person may still have a clear and … Continue reading

Thursday September 10th, 2015 in , | Comments Off on Retinitis Pigmentosa and Acupuncture’s Ability in Treating this Disease