Acupuncture

Acupuncture literally means 'needle piercing," the practice of inserting very fine needles into the skin to stimulate points in the body for therapeutic purposes.

Along with acupuncture, the acupuncturist can use heat, pressure, friction, suction, or impulses of electromagnetic energy to stimulate the points. Acupuncture involves stimulating.

The needles used in acupuncture are much finer then normal needles and results in a 'tingling' or at worst a dull pain.  Acupuncture can take either a second or two or 20 minutes, depending on the treatment.


There is evidence that acupuncture can help or ease various medical procedures especially where nausea is involved and cupuncture is commonly used to relieve 'everyday' ailments.

Acupressure, a popular needle-free variation of acupuncture, can be used for the more faint hearted.

Visit any of the Acupuncture websites below for more information.

Acupuncture.com

British Acupuncture Council

QuackWatch

British Acupuncture Society

Holistic Online - Acupuncture

Whole Health

Acupuncture Research

UK Acupuncture Society

About Acupuncture

This information is not intended as medical advice, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with your doctor who is familiar with your medical needs. Please contact your doctor or healthcare provider before acting on any information you may find.