The ancient Chinese believed that there is a universal life energy called Chi or Qi present in every living creature. This energy is said to circulate throughout the body along specific pathways that are called meridians. As long as this energy flows freely throughout the meridians in sufficient amounts, health is maintained. However, if the flow of energy is blocked or becomes deficient, the system is disrupted and illness can occur. Imagine rivers that flood and cause disasters or an electrical grid short-circuiting that causes blackouts. Acupuncture works to "re-program" and restore normal functions by stimulating certain points on the meridians in order to free up the energy.
There are several common ailments that respond quite well to acupuncture and these include:
- - Backache
- - Insomnia and other sleep complaints
- - Migraine headaches and other types of headache.
- - General feeling of tiredness and apathy.
- - Depression.
- - Menstrual PMS and other monthly period problems.
These are just a few of the most common ailments that benefit from acupuncture treatment. Some others are:
sore knees, addictions, anxiety, arthritis, asthma, circulatory problems and high blood pressure, hayfever, irritable bowel syndrome, infertility conditions (male and female), stress, skin complaints