Acupuncture is an alternative way to treat many kinds of diseases. It is the oldest treatment technique in the world and originates from China. This acupuncture treatment technique involves the insertion of very thin needle onto the skin which known as acupuncture points.

According to the acupuncture practitioners, the purpose of acupuncture treatment is to balance the "Qi" (energy) flow in the body. They believe that every disease happen because of the imbalance "Qi" flow inside one’s body. By inserting the needle on the acupuncture point (meridians), the "Qi" will become stimulated and smoothen back the flow.

In the view of Western practitioners, the acupuncture points known as places to stimulate the muscles, nerves, and connective tissue. The purpose of the stimulation is to boost the body’s immune system and then increasing the blood flow.