Today, it is considered by doctors and other healthcare professionals as an effective and integrated alternative to modern medicine, being performed all over the world. It is designed to benefit health conditions and provide patients with a feeling of mental clarity and calm. It is based on the theory that the body has a natural energy which flows throughout the body in channels and that illnesses are a result of the flow of this energy becoming blocked or clogged. When the natural flow of energy is clogged or the flow becomes interrupted and weakened the body becomes more susceptible to illness. …show more content…
The process involves treating specific pressure points by placing needles at certain points in the body that are believed to relate to certain types of illnesses or symptoms. Acupuncture has been slowly changing the modern world of alternative medicine as more positive results from this form of healing method. As the increase in popularity of this ancient form of medicine continues; so does the demand for acupuncturists. Acupuncture is considered to be safe when it is performed by experienced professionals. They use sterile needles and take utmost care to make their clients feel comfortable and