“How does acupuncture really work?” this is by far the most common question in any acupuncture clinic. However, most clients don’t realize how incredibly difficult it is to answer. There are no simple answers when it comes to explaining how acupuncture works particularly to the science minded individual. Words such as “Qi, meridian, Yin and Yang” permeate conversations with TCM practitioners which add to the mystery (and the hesitation towards) the 3000 year old medicine.

