Acupuncture

Acupuncture is one of the main forms of treatment in traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the use of thin needles that are inserted in the body at specific points. This process is believed to adjust the body’s energy flow into healthier patterns, and is used to treat a wide variety of illnesses and health conditions.

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends acupuncture as an effective treatment for over forty medical problems, including allergies, respiratory conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, nervous conditions, and disorders of the eyes, nose and throat. Acupuncture has also been used in the treatment of alcoholism and substance abuse. It is an effective and low-cost treatment for headaches and chronic pain associated with back injuries and arthritis. It has also been used to supplement invasive Western treatments like chemotherapy and surgery. Acupuncture is generally most effective when used as prevention or before a health condition becomes acute, but it can also provide benefits to patients with conditions like cancer and AIDS.