• What is Acupuncture?
• Is Acupuncture Accepted by Western Medical Professionals?
• What Conditions Can Be Treated with Acupuncture?
• How Qualified Are the Kaplan Clinic Practitioners?

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a practice of Chinese medicine that relies upon the therapeutic insertion of slender needles into the body to improve a person's health. According to Chinese medicine, health is dependant on the balanced flow of "Qi," which is pronounced "chee" and refers to the vital life force within each person. Blockages or imbalances in Qi result in pain and illness. A thorough medical history and examination reveals the nature of these disturbances, so that acupuncture needles can be inserted in the proper points in the body to restore the balance and flow of Qi. An understanding of the anatomy and principles of acupuncture allow your practitioner to design a treatment program that meets your needs. In this way, acupuncture can help reestablish your good health and sense of well-being.

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