Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

Frequently Asked Questions

10. What is traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM? - cont'd

Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points on the body by a variety of techniques, including the insertion of thin metal needles through the skin. It is intended to remove blockages in the flow of qi and restore and maintain health.

Moxibustion is the application of heat from the burning of the herb moxa at the acupuncture point.

"What Happens during an Acupuncture Session?" [2 min 43 sec]

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