Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to relieve pain and promote wellness. It’s believed to balance the body’s energy flow, or qi, along pathways called meridians. Acupuncture stimulates the nerves and tissues to activate the body’s natural painkillers and healing processes.
Acupuncture is used mainly to relieve discomfort associated with a variety of diseases and conditions, including:
Chemotherapy-induced and postoperative nausea and vomiting, Fibromyalgia, Headaches, including tension headaches and migraines, Lower back pain, Neck pain, Osteoarthritis, Joint and Muscle Pain, Endometriosis, Respiratory and Allergic Disorders.
A new study just came out showing acupuncture is helpful for Chronic Low Back Pain: https://research.kpchr.org/News/CHR-Stories/Acupuncture-Safe-and-Effective-for-Chronic-Low-Back-Pain-in-Older-Adults
