What Is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture was developed in China many centuries ago. The Chinese call acupuncture Zhue Jiao, which means "needle heat". The needle regulates an inner force called "Qi", which is responsible for the health of the body. The regulation of Qi using acupuncture can restore physical health, give a release from stress, or improve physical or mental health in other ways. A very healthy person should have Qi energy flowing freely in several distinct pathways, and these pathways are like the roads for maintenance crews. Freely flowing energy distributes everything the cells need, and take away what waste is produced. This produces not only physical, but also mental, health. If Qi is stopped at some point, there will be some symptoms, often a physical illness. The acupuncturist will determine where the needles should be placed in order to return the flow to normal, or as close to normal as is possible. This might happen in one treatment, or a series of treatments. Many Chinese get acupuncture treatments regularly in order to stay healthy, to keep their Qi flowing at a nearly ideal level. In several places in China, a practitioner of acupuncture gets paid only as long as their clients remain healthy, not when they get sick.

Nearly all acupuncture techniques use needles, though there are varieties that also use electric stimulation, burning, and herbs. The needles used are solid needles, not hollow tube needles like Western doctors use. In America, certified practitioners of acupuncture use pre-sterilized disposable needles. There is usually no medicine on the needles, for the needle itself acts on the Qi energy to make the change in the flow. The practitioner may use a particular angle to insert a needle, or may manipulate the needle a little (such as a small rotation) to get the best results for a particular client.

If you think like the Chinese, you may want to visit your acupuncture clinic regularly to maintain an optimal flow of Qi, and to maintain really good health. A particular health or emotional problem may need only one or two visits, or might require a series of up to eight visits or more, depending on the problem. During a visit, the acupuncturist may insert several needles, and not necessarily at the same points from visit to visit. As the condition improves, a different set of locations might be chosen to affect a change in Qi flow to move even more quickly to good health. Sometimes the needles are inserted just underneath the layer of the skin, while at other times some of the needles may be inserted up to a depth of three inches. Insertion of the needles usually does not hurt at all. Some clients remark on an occasional pinching sensation when a needle is inserted. Once the needle is in place it can easily be forgotten. Sometimes there is a pleasant relaxing or warm sensation around the insertion point, which is an indication that the Qi flow is being redirected in the right manner.

Acupuncture is a very good way to correct a number of illnesses, and one of the best ways to maintain health on a regular basis. This introduction gave a brief overview to encourage you to consider acupuncture as a health option. More and more insurance companies are giving coverage for visits to an acupuncture clinic, and this should be explored.

Comments

By rolex gmt master replica - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:54am

By replica chanel purses - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:55am

By replica ugg - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:55am

By ugg classic mini boots - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:56am

By Chanel Cambon Bag - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:57am

By hermes purses - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:57am

By graham watch - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:57am

By IWC Replica Watch - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:58am

By Replica Ferrari Watch - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:58am

By Chanel New Style 2009 - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:58am

By rolex es replica - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:59am

By rolex watches uk - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 12:59am

By Replica Audemars Piguet Watches - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 1:00am

By chanel mens watches - Homepage
17^th August 2011 - 1:00am

Rolex replica watches offer you the entire collection with exact look and same functions like water resistance, scratch resistance face, different colors and sizes. These watches give you the same feel of luxury watch and at the same time charge a minimum amount from your income. replica Rolex watches are the ideal imitations of branded watches as they work for long time and truly worth your money. These watches are very beautiful that add an extra ordinary look and charm to your overall personality.

rolex replica watches - By rolex replica watches - Homepage
24^th November 2011 - 12:43am

Replica handbags is a fashion house from France which is famous for its ready to wear, lifestyle accessories, perfumes and many more.

replica watches - By replica watches - Homepage
24^th November 2011 - 12:43am

I could not support my life at that time, so I always went out to do some part-time jobs to earn money.

thomas sabo uk - By thomas sabo uk - Homepage
28^th December 2011 - 11:03pm

wholesale price, authentic quality and nice items on the store!

michael kors outlet - By michael kors outlet - Homepage
28^th December 2011 - 11:03pm

Your article write very well.

burberry outlet - By burberry outlet - Homepage
28^th December 2011 - 11:03pm

The post is awesome,nice site guys!

burberry outlet - By burberry outlet - Homepage
28^th December 2011 - 11:03pm

shoes online,shoes cheap,shoes trade

cheap shoes - By ElillawnSwami - Homepage
19^th March 2012 - 8:25am

t shirt simpson,t shirt mickey,creation tee shirt personnalisedes nike requin lunettes de soleil chloe6 fin de se6rie,lunette9008

nike shox nz homme - By nike shox monster canada shoe source - Homepage
20^th April 2012 - 12:01pm

My Articles

How To Find An Acupuncture Practitioner
Acupuncture With Herbs
A Personal Experience With Acupuncture
Yin And Yang And Acupuncture
Acupuncture And Children
Acupuncture's Acceptance In America
How Does An Acupuncture Practitioner Diagnose?
Different Types Of Acupuncture Treatment
Acupuncture And Pregnancy
The Development Of Acupuncture
The American Academy Of Medical Acupuncture
Acupuncture And Electricity
How The Acupuncture Practitioner Uses His Needles
Stress, High Blood Pressure, And Acupuncture
Acupuncture Explained, Eastern And Western
Organs In Western And Eastern Medicine
Acupuncture And Biorhythm
Acupuncture And Extreme Cases
Acupuncture And Women's Problems
Acupuncture And Beauty
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture And Western Medicine
Acupuncture And Drug Abuse
How Many Acupuncture Treatments Will It Take?

My Articles

A First Visit To An Acupuncture Clinic You might be thinking about making an appointment at an acupuncture..

The Development Of Acupuncture Chinese medicine is thousands of years old. The earliest recorded use..

Acupuncture With Herbs When most people think of acupuncture, they imagine..

Acupuncture And Western Medicine Nearly all of us have grown up with the same kind of medical treatments, and..

Related Videos:

HealthCMI

Acupuncture Ups Fertility & Pregnancy Rates – New Research
HealthCMI
New research demonstrates higher ovulation and pregnancy rates for women receiving acupuncture combined with clomiphene (clomifert, clomid) compared with women receiving clomiphene only. Clomiphene is a selective estrogen receptor modulator.

Acupuncture: Medicine of the Far East in Saudi Arabia - Saudi Gazette

Acupuncture: Medicine of the Far East in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Gazette
By Amal Al-Sibai Acupuncture promises a non-invasive, non-surgical approach to obtaining immediate pain relief from chronic conditions such as migraines and osteoarthritis, which may have been plaguing sufferers for years. Since it is safe, ...

What Is Acupuncture?

Comments

Menu

My Articles