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Acupuncture: An Ancient Healing Art For Today - II

Continuation of part I of this article on Acupuncture:
How It Works
Acupuncture first used stone needles (ouch!) and later employed iron, bronze and bamboo as technology advanced. Today’s needles are very fine, sterile, stainless steel needles which are quite comfortable, and generally inserted with the aid of plastic guide tubes which minimize the sensation of insertion. […]

August 19 2007 | Acupuncture and Alternative Health Therapy | 1 Comment »

Acupuncture: An Ancient Healing Art For Today - I

Forty-four-year-old Mary W. could not find help for the migraine headaches that had plagued her for years. One or two drugs assisted in numbing the pain, but none rid her of the problem for long.
She was not happy with the drowsiness and digestive upset that painkillers brought, and became increasingly afraid that she may […]

August 18 2007 | Acupuncture and Alternative Health Therapy | 1 Comment »