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Acupuncture is a method of treatment that originated in ancient China about 2,000 years ago. Traditionally, it is a technique for unblocking Chi (ch'i or qi) by inserting needles at specific points on the body to balance the opposing forces of yin and yang. Traditional Chinese believed that each person is governed by the opposing, but complementary forces of yin and yang, and the Chi which flows through the meridians must be constantly in static balance. Moreover, if this Chi, which is considered to be both the life force (vital substance) and the organizing principle flowing through all things as well as establishing their interconnectedness, is blocked it would result in physical, mental or emotional ill health.

There are 12 major meridians and numerous minor ones which cross over the body; these connect each surface with inner organs and the inner organs with each other to form a network of energy channels throughout the body. Along the path of each are numerous acupoints or holes as it is aptly translated from Chinese. These are the locations on the body where the Chi of the channels rises close to the surface of the body.

The method of acupuncture involves positioning long, thin needles on certain points on the body. The different techniques to the insertion of the needles includes the care for the angles at which they are inserted; the different kinds of needles; and the various ways to twirl or vibrate the needles. The needles are positioned on the body depending upon the ailment of the patient. Most acupuncturists believe that the body has different energy channels that help in the efficient and proper functioning of the body and precise placement of the needles is important to draw energy to the needed areas and make way for positive energy flow. According to adherents these fundamentally are what give out the health benefits.

There are important guidelines one has to follow when undergoing the treatment, this is to enhance the value of a treatment, and among them are the following:

• Large meal should be avoided immediately before or after the treatment.
• Defer exercise, sexual activity as well as any other physical work-out and avoid consuming alcoholic beverages at least 6 hours before or after the treatment.
• Schedule activities to get some rest after the treatment or at least avoid working at top performance. It is essentially important for the first few visits. Although it is advisable to continue taking prescription medicines as directed by the regular doctor, substance abuse (drugs and alcohol) however, especially in the week prior to treatment will seriously interfere with the effectiveness of acupuncture treatments.
• Make sure to keep good mental or written notes responses to the treatment. It is essentially important for the doctor to know so that follow-up treatments can be designed to best help one and one’s problem.

Acupuncture is believed to treat a wide variety of ailments that includes neurological and musculoskeletal disorders; chronic pain conditions; gastrointestinal problems; acute and chronic disorders of respiratory system; diseases of endocrine system and infringement of a metabolism; various mind-emotional dysfunctions; and immune function disorder.

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