The healing technique of Acupuncture is founded on the principal that internal harmony is essential for good health. Fundamental for this harmony is the concept of chi (qi), vital energy or life force that ebbs and flows with changes in a person are mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Chi is set to circulate through the body within 14 invisible channels called meridians, forming a network called the web of life.

A balanced, freely flowing chi is set to generate good health, while sluggish, blocked, or over stimulated chi is believed to cause illness. Acupuncturist strives to encourage proper chi circulation by manipulating it at “ chi gateways” just below the skin; the manipulation achieved by inserting hair-thin needles at these gateways, which are more commonly known as acupoints. The stimulation that results is set to enable a person to achieve internal harmony, a state that allows the body’s self-healing mechanisms to engage.

Because acupuncture’s ultimate goal is to maximize the body’s own healing abilities, it is little surprise that acupuncture treatment are considered helpful in maintaining as well as restoring health. Indeed, acupuncturists are trained to recognize so-called disharmonies early, often before it develops into full-blown disease.

Herbs are prepared from a wide variety of plant materials - frequently the leaves, stems, roots, and bark, but also the flower, fruits, twigs, seeds, and exudates. They generally contain several biologically active ingredients and are used primarily for treating chronic and mild conditions, although on occasion they are employed as complimentary or supportive therapy for acute and severe diseases.

Herbs can be of great value when used in a program of self-care and preventive medicine. Doctor can advice, which of the milder tonic herbs is appropriate for your condition. A number of herbs are used in a preventive health program.