Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture is an ancient system of healing. The earliest acupuncture books were written 4,500 years ago. Acupuncture began with the discovery that the stimulation of specific areas of the skin affected the functioning of certain organs of the body. It evolved into a system of healing as the connection between the skin and organs became better understood leading to more sensitive methods of stimulation. Two theories are practice as to why acupuncture works. The first is ‘the Gate Control Theory’ which incorporates the second ‘the Endorphin Theory’. In simple terms, when an acupuncture needle is applied the body releases certain chemicals which, in turn have certain effects on different parts of the body. The Chinese explain acupuncture through their philosophies of – Yin, Yang and the Five Elements. They have identified 14 channels or ‘meridians’ that run through the body. The meridians conduct the flow of ‘vital energy’ or ‘qi’ (chi). This flow is disrupted when disease is present. By inserting needles into selected points in the meridians, this flow can be corrected, returning the body to its healthy condition. As opposed to the western approach in medicine, this centers on trying to cure a particular disease, the oriental emphasis centers on making the whole body healthy. In Acupuncture, extremely fine flexible needles made of stainless steel and silver alloy, they are inserted into specific areas of the body, producing a beneficial effect in other related parts. When practiced by an experienced acupuncturist the patient can be confident that the treatment received will be appropriate to the condition and perfectly harmless. Acupuncture is an inexpensive, safe, effective treatment for many chronic disorders, and it can be used preventively as well. Acupuncture with Rose, is gentle, safe and inclusively experienced with her unique energy balancing and Reiki energy. Acupuncture, Homeopathy, lifestyle nutrition, energy balancing and Reiki is a complete way of experiencing and living and wonderful healthy lifestyle. Page 2: Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture