Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a traditional therapeutic practice, originally from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), that involves inserting ultra-thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body. While TCM explains it as a method to balance the flow of energy or life force (known as qi or chi) through pathways called meridians, modern Western medicine views acupuncture through a physiological lens. Today, it is a widely utilized, evidence-based integrative therapy recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It is primarily used to manage chronic pain, reduce inflammation, alleviate stress, and treat specific types of nausea.