From a biomedical perspective, acupuncture is the insertion of hair thin needles into energetic points on the body. These points send signals to the spinal cord and brain to activate the parasympathetic nervous system which controls the body's ability to relax. This activation creates a sense of calm which allows healing to take place.

In addition, hormones will be released such as endorphins which are the body's natural painkillers. These hormones also release stress and create a sense of well-being.
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Acupuncture is a traditional medicine that utilizes specific points to affect organ systems, circulation and qi (energy) of the body. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the practitioner will identify patterns of disharmony and use specific points to bring the body back to homeostasis.