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Traditional Acupuncture |
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 Acupuncture uses very fine needles to
influence the flow of qi and restore the body’s natural balance. The
needles are inserted into acupuncture points, which are located on the
channels or meridians through which the body’s qi flows. There are about
500 recognised acupuncture points, and 100 of these are most commonly
used.
In the West, acupuncture is frequently
associated with pain relief, or as a method to help stop smoking or other
addictions. In fact, acupuncture can be used to treat a wide range of specific
symptoms or conditions. The principal aim of traditional acupuncture is to
treat the whole person – not just the symptoms – and to help recover the
balance between the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of the
individual. |
