Acupuncture was developed in China over 6000 years ago, and its still used today to maintain good health, treat a variety of conditions, relieve pain, and reduce stress. The needles used in a treatment are so delicate that no pain is felt as they are inserted into points in the body that correspond to major organ functions.
The needles are left in place for 30 minutes to an hour as the patient relaxes.
The needles stimulate meridians, or energy pathways in the body, so that blockages are removed. When chi, or life-force energy circulates freely, health is restored.
Dr Zhu, acupuncturist