Acupuncture Basics

Put simply, the ancient Chinese believe that there is a universal life force or 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.
There are a number of different meridians along the front and back of the body, which also relate the to the Yin and Yang side of the person.

Each meridian is interconnected like a huge motorway. As long as this energy flows freely throughout this motorway or meridian system the body maintains a healthy state.

When the energy is blocked it is a bit like a pile up on the M1. The energy gets stuck and the body gets in a state and create disease. It could manifest in pain, anxiety, or chronic illness.

Acupuncture works to restore normal function to blocked meridians and by stimulation of certain points it allows the energy to flow freely and free up the Chi so that the body is able to heal itself.