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The Chinese believe
that every living being possesses a universal life energy called
"chi." This energy circulates throughout the body along pathways
called "meridians," which surface on the skin at certain points.
Each point is then connected to a specific internal organ. When
chi flows smoothly, patients experience good health. When chi is
blocked, the system is disrupted and illness occurs. Acupuncture
helps the body to heal itself by opening the energy meridians and
stimulating the flow of chi.
Dr. Ma inserts
very fine needles at specific points on the meridians, unblocking
the flow of energy. Scientific research has discovered that the
acupuncture points show a variety of unique bioelectrical properties.
Stimulation of these points causes definite physiological reactions
affecting brain activity, blood pressure, heart rate and the immune
system.
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