Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese therapy that treats blockages in the energy pathways (meridians) of the body. Small fine needles are inserted into specific points along the meridians to balance the energy flow of the body and encourage healing.

Acupuncture can be an effective form of pain relief, it may also boost the immune system to help the body withstand colds and minor infections and it may help the body to recover more quickly from such illnesses.

Acupuncture is often used alongside conventional medical care to treat a variety of physiological and psychological conditions such as muscular and joint pain, stress an migraines.