For thousands of years, practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine have been using acupuncture to treat various conditions and relieve pain. It’s thought that the relatively painless practice of inserting thin sterile needles into strategic points balances energy flow and activates the body’s natural healing abilities. Studies have shown that acupuncture can be effective in treating chronic or recurring pain, such as migraine headaches and back injuries. Find out what Scripps pain management doctors say about acupuncture here.
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