Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a technique that involves inserting very fine needles into your skin at certain locations on your body. Acupuncture, which is a crucial component of traditional Chinese medicine, is most typically used to relieve pain. It's increasingly being utilized for overall well-being, including stress reduction.

Acupuncture is a technique for balancing the flow of energy or life force — known as chi or qi (chee) — believed to flow along passageways (meridians) in your body, according to traditional Chinese medicine. Acupuncture practitioners believe that by placing needles into certain spots along these meridians, your energy flow will be re-balanced.

Acupuncture points, on the other hand, are seen as areas to activate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue by many Western practitioners. Some people believe that stimulating your body's natural painkillers can help you feel better.

Acupuncture is used mainly to relieve discomfort associated with a variety of diseases and conditions, including:

Chemotherapy-induced and postoperative nausea and vomiting, Dental pain, Headaches, including tension, headaches and migraines, labor pain, Low back pain, Neck pain, Osteoarthritis, Menstrual cramps, Respiratory disorders like allergic rhinitis.