The process of stimulating particular pressure points in the body below the skin through various methods like heat application, pressure application or application of laser or may be through insertion of needles is known as Acupuncture. This process helps in the restoration of the energy balance of the body, which is also called "Qi". Needles used in acupuncture are very thin and are of stainless steel. They are sterilized beforehand, individually wrapped and are approved by FDA. The needles are disposed after their use is over. One does not feel discomfort due to the insertion of the needles as the procedure is not painful. One might feel energetic sensations of different kinds which are different from pain like numbness, slight soreness etc. The therapy of acupuncture has been in use in China for over thousand years and one--fourth population worldwide chooses this treatment process. Treatments usually take 20 to 30 minutes in most cases but there can be some situations when it might take a little longer. Patient's condition as well as the acupuncturist's skill determines the duration of the process of treatment.

Acupuncture Smithtown, NY treatment can treat many conditions but its most common use is aimed at relieving pain like neck pain, hand or foot pain, arthritis, knee pain, sciatica, pain in lower back etc. Beside circulatory problems some imbalances in the nervous system like anxiety, depression, nervousness, asthma etc are also treated by acupuncture. Disorders in digestion like ulcerative colitis, constipation, diarrhea etc can also be cured through acupuncture. Some other ailments like headache, migraines are also taken care of through acupuncture treatment. A system of meridian exits throughout the body of a person according to traditional Medicine in China. Meridians are the invisible ways for the passage of energy in such a system. The body has some particular points, over 360, to which certain organs and functions of the body are connected. There is free flow of energy in the meridians in a normal healthy body that leads to a balanced structure. When the energy flow is disturbed due to causes like stress or may be injury, the energy flow is reduced and "Qi" falls off balance. However, with the performance of acupuncture through the usage of points, which are related to the concerned meridian, the "Qi" can be restored. Many experiences take place after first acupuncture has been done based on the type of ailment that has been treated. There can be total pain relief or it can be partial. There can be a sudden energy burst in some patients while there might be a feeling of relaxation in others. Localized bruises can occur but these are not serious ones. The amount of acupuncture treatment varies because every person has a different condition. Electro-Stimulation is an effective treatment for back pain. This acupuncture back pain Smithtown, NY treatment is done without using needles and instead micro-current is used.