Acupuncture needles consist of a stainless steel shaft and a handle made out of copper or steel. There are nine types of needles used in acupuncture; however, only six are commonly used.
In addition to weight loss, acupuncture often treats irregular bowel movements, irregular menstrual flow, mood swings, PMS, tiredness and fatigue, toxic build up in the blood and other related symptoms and causes of obesity.
Title: Fibromyalgia
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 12/31/1997
Last Editorial Review: 7/31/2009
Title: Imaging Sheds Light on How Acupuncture Works
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/28/2009