Acupuncture

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Acupuncture

What is acupuncture and where did it come from?

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical procedure involving insertion and manipulation of needles5. It is one of the most popular complementary therapies in the UK. It is a system of healing that has been practiced for thousands of years6. It is normally used for pain relief but some people have used Acupuncture to cure illnesses8.

What is the aim of acupuncture?

The aim of acupuncture is to treat people with a wide range of problems7. Mostly used for a persons well-being and for stress relief. Its aim is to manage pain, inflammation and enhance the body's healing capacity.

What is acupuncture used for?

Here are some examples of what acupuncture is used for:

> Common cold

> Constipation

> Diarrhoea

> Bladder problems

> High blood pressure

> Muscular pains

> Nausea

> Headache

> Migraine

> Arthritis

> Asthma

> Skin conditions

> Hay fever

> Menstrual disorders

> Anxiety

> Depression13.

Chinese people still use Acupuncture for surgical analgesia in their