Acupuncture are to balance the flow of energy or life force—known as "qi" (pronounced "chee")—that is believed to flow through pathways (meridians) in the body.
Qi (Energy Flow) : In traditional Chinese medicine, health is perceived as a harmonious balance of the complementary extremes of yin and yang. Qi is the vital energy that flows through the body. Disease or symptoms arise when there's an imbalance or blockage in this flow of qi. Meridians : These are the pathways or channels through which the qi flows. They connect to specific organs and are distributed throughout the body. By stimulating certain points on these meridians, acupuncture aims to restore the balance and flow of qi. Acupuncture Points : The body has hundreds of acupuncture points. When the needles are inserted into specific points, they are believed to adjust and alter the body's energy flow into healthier patterns. Energy Medicine : This term generally refers to a range of therapeutic practices that focus on the bioenergetic aspect of the human body. Acupuncture is one form of energy medicine, based on the belief that disruptions in the energy flow within the body