This document provides an overview of acupuncture and a specific acupuncture clinic called Bellingham Acupuncture and Wellness. It discusses how acupuncture originated in China and involves placing thin needles in the body at specific points to relax muscles and increase blood flow. The clinic aims to create a calming environment through its colors, music, and herbs. Patients receive treatments on padded tables or beds while needles are inserted and left in place for 25 minutes to an hour. The experience varies between patients, but aims to redirect the brain's perception of pain.