How does acupuncture work?
Acupuncture is first and foremost a natural healing method.
It evolved out of the careful observation of the human body.
Based on that observation, acupuncturists believe that proper
treatments will;
normalize organ function,
regulate blood circulation and body metabolism,
regulate hormone secretions,
maintain the balance of body fluids and chemicals,
suppress or prevent pain,
maintain or improve muscular tone,
stimulate the body's resistance to disease and thereby contribute
to general physical and mental well-being.
As yet, Western science has no satisfactory
theory for acupuncture's phenomenal success. Traditional
Oriental theory however points to the role of life energy (qi)
in human health. Maintaining the balance and flow of this energy
through the organs and structures of the body is seen to be
of greatest importance.
Qi moves from organ to organ in the body though pathways called
meridians. It completes the cycle, naturally enough in 24 hours.
Acupuncture takes advantage of this tendency of qi to move.
By inserting needles into the body at specific points to regulate
the flow of qi, or to correct any imbalance between qi, blood
and organs, the qualified acupuncturist can assist the body
in improving health.
Acupuncture works without side effects to prevent the occurrence
of disease through strengthening the body's defenses. It
is simple, safe, effective and economical.
