Hypothyroidism is a situation in which the thyroid gland does not generate enough thyroid hormone. The thyroid is a gland in front of the windpipe and just below the voice box. It is responsible for producing, storing and releasing thyroid hormones.Acupuncture has conventionally been applied in China to treat most illnesses effectively. It is certain that acupuncture is an effectual therapy for this condition. There are several studies suggesting that acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine are helpful in the cure of hypothyroidism.The kidney is the organ that has to be treated. Treatment involves long-term acupuncture and herbal medicine. They believe that the functional disorder is the result of a weakened immune system or the 'Western' medication administered.In Oriental medicine, hypothyroidism is classified as a deficiency syndrome of qi, yin or yang -- usually of the kidney -- and this must be differentiated. Treatment can include long-term acupuncture and herbal medicine.

The current medical therapies for thyroid disorders other than iodine-deficiency goiter are often deemed inadequate because of difficulties in regulating the level of thyroid hormones through use of drugs or an exogenous source of thyroid hormone. As a result, patients often experience only partial relief of the symptoms and those who suffer from hyperthyroidism often have to deal with hypothyroid conditions following medical destruction of the thyroid gland. Therefore, it is in our best interest to investigage the use of Alternative Therapies and Traditional Oriental Medicine, such as acupuncture.

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