Acupuncture is an ancient healing approach based on natural laws describing the movement of life in nature and in the body. This life force, called Qi, courses through the body in channels called meridians, similar to rivers that course through the earth. When the Qi in the body is full and moving properly, health is promoted. When the Qi is moving disharmoniously, illness and disease can develop. To address the underlying cause of a condition, symptoms are viewed in relationship to the totality of the person. To restore the smooth flow of Qi, hair-thin needles are gently inserted at specific points along the meridians, balancing and detoxifying the energy in order to promote an optimal healing environment.