The treatment of conditions or symptoms by the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the body in order to produce a response that can stimulate healing and effective pain relief. Each acupuncture point has specific actions when stimulated and when combined can result in a strong synergistic response. In some cases, utilizing acupuncture may reduce or eliminate the need for chronic medication.
Examples for use and treatments:
ie: Tibial Plateau Level Osteotomy or Extracapsular Repair