 Acupuncture
is a system of natural healing that has been used successfully
by a large section of the world's population for upwards
of 3,000 years. Although its origins are ancient, it is
subject to continuous review and is as beneficial today
as it was to the early oriental cultures. It is probably
the most sought after complimentary treatment in the world
today.
According to traditional Chinese philosophy, our health
is dependant on the body's motivating energy-known as
Qi {chi} - moving in a smooth and balanced way through
a series of channels called meridians beneath the skin.
The Qi can become stagnant or blocked and in time create
symptoms of ill health.
The aim of acupuncture is to regulate the meridians
or channels of the body to unblock the stagnation of
energy {Qi}. It is a principle of Chinese medicine that
disease is caused as a direct result of these energy
blockages within the body.
When the practitioner carefully inserts the fine stainless
steel needles into the skin you may feel a slight tingling
sensation, this is known as the "needle sensation".
This is when the treatment is beginning to have effect.
The needles are either put in for only a second or
two or left in place for up to 20 minutes, depending
on the treatment given. During this time patients often
experience a feeling of relaxation.
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