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Acupuncture is more than just needles. âQiâ is roughly pronounced âcheeâ, and is the Chinese name for a concept that exists not only in Chinese medicine, but in other types of eastern whole medicine systems as well.Qi is what makes up our bodyâs fundamental consitution.here are over a thousand known acupuncture points on the body. The connections between the acupuncture points ensure that there is an even circulation of qi, a balance between Yin and Yang. When illness or disease occurs, it points to an imbalance between Yin and Yang.
View full size image. Acupuncture is a complementary medical practice that entails stimulating certain points on the body, most often with a needle penetrating the skin, to alleviate pain or to help treat various health conditions.n traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is linked to the belief that disease is caused by disruptions to the flow of energy, or qi, in the body. Acupuncture stimulates points on or under the skin called acupuncture points or acupressure points, releasing this qi.