For the Chinese, illness/injury is a disharmony of the body and treatment aims to restore harmony. The theory is the body has a web of meridians, which are channels of information connecting all bodily organs and tissue along invisible lines, a bit like radio waves. The meridians transport the “qi” which is life force throughout the body. If you are feeling weak or lethargic, this is seen as a sign that your “qi” needs boosting. Acupuncture stimulates the meridians using special needles to help keep that all-essential “qi” flowing. Acupuncture can complement western treatment methods in many situations and its uses are extraordinarily extensive.
