Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese Medicine technique that has been practiced and studied for over 5000 years. Acupuncture involves the insertion of tiny stainless steel needles into previously mapped out points on the body. Each point has various functions that include, increasing circulation, promoting the smooth flow of Qi and blood, decreasing pain by removing blockages.
These pathways (or Meridians) reach deep, superficial, horizontal and vertical influencing the organs, nervous system, circulatory system, endocrine system and the lymphatic system. Acupuncture is effective natural form of complementary health care that can treat the following ailments:
Common conditions include but are not limited to: