Mount Pearl Wellness Centre is pleased to offer the services of Action Laser through our Acupuncturist Jennifer Taylor.

Action laser is dedicated to contributing to the happy, healthy and productive lives of our clients while helping them to gain control over their addictions.  The friendly and welcoming environment, aims to help those who want to make a lifestyle change. This procedure is painless, effective, and clients experience a feeling of relaxation and well-being.

 

For more information please visit: http://www.actionlaserclinic.ca/

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Overview of Action Laser's Smoking Cessation Program

 

What:           Breaks the physiological addiction to nicotine.

Cost:             Includes the initial 45 minute treatment plus 2 follow up boosters if needed within the first 60 days.

Who:            Registered Healthcare Professionals.

Use:              Health Canada approved cold, low level, laser. Can't cut, burn or damage the skin.

Where:         Ear and various trigger points throughout the body.  No withdrawal, no cravings, no weight gain, no pharmaceuticals.

Booster:       Binge eating, mood swings, anxiety/depression grief, or smoked.

Treatments: Some need more than one.

Healthcare:  Covered by most major insurances (call for details).

Success:       Defined after not smoking for 60 days.

Will not administer to people who:

1. have seizures/epilepsy

2. 1st trimester of pregnancy

3. have systemic cancer

4. are undergoing treatment for cancer

Before treatment:   

1. Empty any ashtrays

2. Don't smoke 2 hours before hand

3. Get rid of any last cigarettes

 

Changes That Take Place In Your Body When You Stop Smoking

 

Within 10 Minutes

Blood pressure drops to normal

Pulse rate drops to normal rate

Body temperature of feet and hands increase to normal

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After 8 Hours

Carbon monoxide level in blood drops to normal

Oxygen level in blood increases to normal

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After 24 Hours

Nerve endings start re-growing

Ability to smell and taste is enhanced

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After 72 Hours

Bronchial tubes relax, making breathing easier

Lung capacity increases

Lung function increases up to 30%

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2 Week to 3 Months

Circulation improves

Walking becomes easier

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3 Months to 9 Months

Coughing, sinus congestion, fatigue, shortness of breath decreases

Cilia re-grows in the lungs, cleaning the lungs and helping to reduce infection

Your body's overall energy increases

 

Steps To Success For Supporting Your Lifestyle Change

 

Do Not, I repeat, Do Not test your willpower by smoking :one cigarette or one puff:  It will not work.  You will start smoking again.  You cannot be a part time smoker.  Just one hint of nicotine in your system and your body will return to the habit.

Wash all ashtrays and put them away.

Clean your car, home and office thoroughly.  Suggestion:  use a professional cleaner for carpets, painted surfaces, drapery and clothing.

talk with your friends, particularly non-smoking friends about how you quit smoking.

Brisk Walk - increases cardiovascular levels and stimulates endorphin release

Move - move from where you are, it breaks the tension and focus of the psychological urges.

Avoid boredom, keep busy and focused.

Change you routine, bread the mental ties for the next ten days.

For ten days avoid situations that make you want to smoke (e.g. sitting at the table after dinner TV watching).

If you have the urge to smoke, breathe deeply, drink water and go for a  walk.

Do not forget why you quit smoking .  Remember if you get an urge to smoke, it will pass.

 

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