2. Agenda
5pm- Introduction, waiver signing
if participating in acupuncture
5:15- History, background,
modern uses of acupuncture
5:45- Introduction to guest
acupuncturist and set up
6pm-7pm- Acupuncture session
with local acupuncturist
7-7:15- Questions/Answers with
Dr. Aitken and myself
7:15-7:30- Course wrap up.
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3. What is
Acupuncture
It has been around for over 2,500 years
and originated in ancient China. It is the
process of pricking the skin or tissue in
different areas of one's body to help
alleviate pain, and to treat a wide range of
physical, mental, and emotional conditions.
4. Origins of
Acupuncture
• China, 198 BCE
• Outlawed in China in 1929
• Revived in 1949 by China’s
Government
• In 1971 in was introduced to the
United States
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5. Health Benefits of Acupuncture
• Migraines
• Insomnia
• Menstrual cramps/ PMS
• Chronic Pain
• Allergies
• Anxiety and Depression
• Infertility Issues
• Strokes
6. Philosophy Behind It
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The Chinese believed that our bodies have an invisible force
constantly flowing through our bodies, often referred to as ‘qi’
(chee). It is like water, if it flowing properly then everything is
great. But if something wasn’t flowing properly, it would mess up
your qi, and by placing tiny needles in certain places, it would
unblock, or ‘reset’ your “qi”.
7. Science Behind
Acupuncture
The placement of the needles is supposed to
stimulate the central nervous system, which releases
chemicals into your muscles, spinal cord, and brain
that otherwise wouldn’t be released. Hence the
particular areas for each needle.
8. Misconceptions about Acupuncture
• It is painful
• It is ancient medicine, and no professionals recommend it today
• It conflicts with other treatments and medicines
• It has a lot of side effects
• Once you start you can’t stop
• You need a doctor's referral
10. References:
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• Cleveland Clinic. (2021, January 19). Needles? Ouch! And Other
Acupuncture Myths, Debunked. Retrieved from:
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/acupuncture-10-biggest-myths-and-facts-
2/
• Johns Hopkins. (2022). Acupuncture. Retrieved from:
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-
prevention/acupuncture
• Mandal, A. (2019, June 19). Acupuncture History. Retrieved from:
https://www.news-medical.net/health/Acupuncture-History.aspx
• Sullivan, D. (2018, September 18). Is Acupuncture the Miracle Remedy for
Everything? https://www.healthline.com/health/acupuncture-how-does-it-
work-scientifically
