How Does Acupuncture Work? Modern Western medicine has yet to explain how acupuncture works. Traditional Asian acupuncture is based on ancient Chinese theories of the flow of qi (a fine, essential substance which nourishes and constructs the body) through distinct channels that cover the body somewhat like the nerves and blood vessels. According to this theory, acupuncture adjusts the flow of qi in the body, leading to areas where it is insufficient and draining it from areas where it is stuck and/or super abundant. In this way, acupuncture restores the harmonious balance of the body and its parts.

•  What Is Acupuncture? •  How Does Acupuncture Work? •  Is Acupuncture Safe? •  Does It Hurt? •  What Should I Know About The Treatments? •  What Can I Expect After Treatment?