What happens when an acupuncture needle is inserted?
The needle contacts and regulates an inner force called “Qi” (Vital energy). When there is disease, there is a disharmony with the Qi or life force. This can be due to many things such as a deficiency of Qi, a stagnation of Qi (not moving very well), or an excess of Qi (too much which may go where it is not supposed to go) etc. Acupuncture helps to bring harmony back to the body by balancing the Qi and restoring your health. As a first step, the acupuncturist examines a system of naturally flowing Qi energies. These energies should function like invisible maintenance crews, whose many tasks keep the body running smoothly since the Qi is behind every physiological and psychological function, from the circulation of the blood to the prevention of emotional hysteria. If the Qi is no longer flowing well, an ailment will be eminent. The acupuncturist then, as a second step, guides the action of the needle to return the inner workings to as normal a state as possible. Guided needles actually
