Acupuncture Retinitis Pigmentosa Treatment

The majority of cases are associated with monogenetic variant disorders, which means that only one gene must be defective for RP to occur. There is a small percentage of people with Retinitis Pigmentosa who have no known familial history.

Retinitis Pigmentosa is thought to be caused by over thirty different genes. According to some research, mitochondrial dysfunction is a major cause. Retinitis Pigmentosa is usually caused by a malfunction of either the rods or the cones, or the cells that connect them.

Symptoms of Retinitis Pigmentosa

• Nyctalopia is the inability to see objects clearly in low light or night blindness.

• Patients may accidentally bump into things due to the gradual loss of peripheral vision, also known as side vision, which leads to tunnel vision.

• The loss of central or detailed vision is typically caused by damage to the macula, the center of the retina.

• Mild to severe color vision deficiency or color blindness.

• Difficulty reading small print.

• Seeing smaller, more defined objects is difficult.

• Some patients may be subjected to constant glare.

• Some patients with Retinitis Pigmentosa will go blind, but the vast majority will retain some vision.

• Blurred vision.

• Increased frequency of flashes in the vision.

How Acupuncture Can Treat Retinitis Pigmentosa

Acupuncture Retinitis Pigmentosa treatment increase blood flow to the retina. This increased perfusion brings rich oxygenated blood and other nutrients to the cones and rods.

I choose the most beneficial methods from the Microacupuncture, Acunova, and Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture systems for you. Electro-acupuncture, cold laser therapy, pulsed electromagnetic therapy, food-based programs, herbs, whole food nutrition, exercises, and energy-biofeedback are some of the treatments available.

Acupuncture needles can be inserted into the hands, feet, and around the brows (never in the eyes). Acupuncture improves blood flow to the eyes, increasing the flow of critical nutrients to the tissues and cells while decreasing oxidative stress (think rusting) and inflammation.

Dr. Marc Bystock is a leading holistic acupuncturist in NYC since 1996 and specializes in treating patients with degenerative eye disorders. The best acupuncture RP program available is to receive 20 or more treatments over two weeks.

After one to two weeks, the majority of patients will notice an improvement in their vision. I recommend that you see your ophthalmologist for a thorough examination before and after your treatments, both. If you have been diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa or know anyone who may suffer from this disorder, please contact.