Acupuncture is used by traditional Chinese medicine practitioners to treat pain as well as disease. During a session of acupuncture, a practitioner inserts thin needles into one or more of the 2000-plus pressure points in the skin. Acupuncture works on an ancient theory that states that the insertion of needles restores the smooth flow of vital energy (qi) flow throughout the energy channels (meridians) of the body. At optimal levels, qi brings about balance and … Continue reading