How Does Acupuncture Work?
What is acupuncture and how does it work?
Acupuncture is one of the earliest forms of holistic medicine. Originating from traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is an energy-based practice designed to unblock energy and create a flow of energy through meridians in your body. Meridian points are stimulated with fine needles which releases and restores balance in the body, treating health concerns in the process. An acupuncturist uses very thin, sterile needles and as needles are placed you might feel a light sensation but acupuncture isn’t as invasive as it might sound.
Over the years different styles of acupuncture have developed, including Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, Five Elements, Stems and Branches, Medical Acupuncture, Japanese Acupuncture and Auricular Acupuncture.
Because acupuncture has been around for centuries, acupuncturists are trained to use techniques that have been refined over centuries. Standard procedure during acupuncture treatments includes checking your pulse and looking at your tongue for any health signs, while also taking your full medical history.
The benefits of acupuncture are well-known. In fact, the World Health Organisation supports acupuncture treatment for a variety of health issues such as depression, headaches, fertility, joint pain, insomnia, and eczema. Read more about the conditions that acupuncture may be used for in our article ‘What Are The Benefits of Acupuncture?’.
Find an acupuncturist near you.
On Circe, you can book your treatment with qualified acupuncturists easily online. All practitioners on Circe are registered with a regulatory organisation and verified by our team.
In the UK, acupuncture is not regulated but qualified acupuncturists can join a number of regulatory organisations on a voluntary basis. Practitioners might register with The British Acupuncture Council, The Acupuncture Society or the Association for Traditional Chinese Medicine.
