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Acupuncture Supplies Consist Variety Of Tool And Implement To Promote The Flow Of Energy

What is Acupuncture

The practice of acupuncture originated in China over 2,000 years ago. It is based on the theory that the body is a pathway of energy. When the energy is free flowing, the body is in a state of perfect balance (and health). When this balance is disturbed, the body is prone to illness. Using acupuncture you can restore this balance.

Acupuncture is a practice that involves piercing the skin with thin needles of different lengths at strategic points along the body. These points are situated along the energy pathways of the body and are more generally referred to as meridians. The needles exert a pressure that allows any blockages in the free flow of energy to be released.

Tools Involved In The Practice Of Acupuncture

Acupuncture uses a variety of tools and implements to promote the flow of energy. Some of the commonly used acupuncture supplies include:

Needles – Prepare to see packets of hair thin needles of varied lengths and widths. These are usually made of stainless steel but can also be silver or copper, depending on the acupuncturist. Acupuncturists use as many as nine different types of needles. These can be used in combination with herbs and electric charges depending on the course of treatment.

Laser Devices – Laser acupuncture is becoming an increasingly popular treatment option. Using laser technology is easier, faster and more accurate as compared to the traditional needle manipulation. The most common tool used during laser acupuncture is the hand held laser pen. It offers a non-invasive, pain free option, making it a preferred choice.

Moxa Herbs – Herbs are an integral part of Chinese medicine, this includes the practice of acupuncture. Many acupuncturists include the use of herbs like Moxa in their treatment plan. Moxa is applied externally, directly on the skin, or is taken in the form of a tea and ingested. When applied on the skin, the herb is lit on the skin along the acupuncture points; the heat stimulates Qi, the vital energy, and begins the healing process.

Cupping Jars – Cupping jars are used along acupuncture points to create a near vacuum. Once the needles are inserted along the specific point on the skin, these glass or wooden jars are placed over them. The pressure created brings the toxins in the body to the surface and releases them through the open pores.

Magnets – Some acupuncturists prefer the use of magnets instead of needles along acupuncture points. These are available in various sizes. Magnets are non-invasive and assure pain free treatment. They are also effective and stimulate the body’s natural healing powers.

Other acupuncture supplies include massage creams, massage tables, massaging tools, and electronic stimulators.

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