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Acupuncture is one of the modalities of Chinese
medicine and consists of inserting fine, sterile
needles into specific points on the body that have
been shown to be effective in treating different
health conditions. As an essential part of Asian
medicine, acupuncture is used in conjunction with
Chinese herbs, bodywork, dietary therapy and
exercise, in a regimen based on Oriental medicine
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How does it work?
Acupuncture is based on an energetic model, not a
Western biochemical model. Chinese medical theory
recognizes a vital energy that all life forms
possess and this energy is called Qi (chee). Qi can
also be translated as the "capacity" or "potential"
of the body to heal itself. Qi flows through the
body and protects it from invading pathogens. When
there is a blockage or obstruction of Qi, there is
illness and disease. "When there is obstruction,
there is disease; when there is free flow, there is
no disease," and acupuncture works to remove
obstructions and promote the free flow of Qi. |
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Is Acupuncture Safe?
Acupuncture performed by a thoroughly trained
acupuncturist is extremely safe. In any state with
an Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine practice act, a
licensed acupuncturist must complete a 3-4 year
full-time graduate level program and pass a 2-day,
4-part certifying exam. Please see "Know Your
Acupuncturist." |
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