Acupuncture is an ancient practice that started in China about 3000 years ago. The intent is to move energy, or qi (pronounced ‘chee’) throughout the body. A typical treatment involves inserting tiny needles into points throughout your body. These needles are so small that while you may slightly feel them going in they don't hurt much - you may not feel them at all. Acupuncture points stimulate your nervous system to encourage your brain to heal. This can be healing from pain, stress, emotional issues, hormonal issues - and those are all interrelated! Acupuncture is incredible - it really can help with everything. Often when we start treating one thing other areas will improve. Depending on the needs of the patient, an individual acupuncture session may also include cupping, moxibustion, gua sha, and infrared or led light therapy.