Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a central therapy of traditional Chinese medicine in which fine, sterile needles are inserted at specific points along the body’s channels (meridians) to regulate the flow of qi and blood and restore balance. It is used for a wide range of conditions – from pain and musculoskeletal problems to digestive, gynaecological, respiratory and stress-related disorders. Explore the sections below to learn about the points, the channels, and the related therapies of cupping and moxibustion, or read the latest research.

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Acupuncture Points

Browse all 361 points of the 14 channels, grouped by meridian and fully searchable - location, actions, indications, needling and combinations.

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The Meridians

An introduction to the channel system through which qi and blood flow, and on which the acupuncture points lie.

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Cupping Therapy

How cupping works, the main methods, what it treats, what to expect (including the marks), and safety.

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Moxibustion

The warming therapy of burning mugwort on or above the body - methods, uses, what to expect and safety.

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Acupuncture Research

The latest positive research and clinical studies on acupuncture from the scientific literature.

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Acupuncture Videos

Watch videos explaining acupuncture, its techniques and what to expect from treatment.

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Latest acupuncture research

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