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The word acupuncture comes from an old Chinese practice. This practice uses needles to ease pain. It may also be used to relieve stress.
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∙ 14y agoThe word acupuncture was originated by French Jesuits, from the Latin acus (needle) and punctura(puncture).In the 16th century.
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∙ 12y agoAcupuncture has been around for 2000 years, but if you calculate it by taking 2012-2000=12 and that does not make sense so there for Acupuncture has been around forever
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∙ 11y ago1680s, "pricking with a needle" to ease pain, from L. acus "needle" + puncture.
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What word that has the same meaning as acupuncture?
Stylostixis is another word for acupuncture.
Can acupuncture cause a rash?
Yes, acupuncture can cause rash & hives.
What is alternative medicine practice where needles are inserted in some specific of the body?
Acupuncture.
i want acupuncture training in lahore(pakistan)?
Try the Acupuncture Promotion & Welfare Society (A.P.S.) Pakistan http://gancao.net/acupuncture/aom-day-acupuncture/acupuncture-promotion-welfare-society-pakistan-573
What type of school does one go to for Acupuncture Training?
If you want to get Acupuncture Training, Acupuncture School is the best way to get your training. You can get a list of Acupuncture Schools at www.acupunctureschools.com
What points are there for acupuncture?
acupuncture points .... aka needles
When was Acupuncture in Medicine created?
Acupuncture in Medicine was created in 1982.
Is acupuncture safe?
no their are certain risks that could result in acupuncture
Does acupuncture of the tongue work for you?
I have had acupuncture for my back and it wasn't on the tongue. I found acupuncture fairly painless for the most part and it did help.
What Asian country was acupuncture first practiced in?
Acupuncture originated in China.
What asians country was acupuncture first practice?
Acupuncture originated in China.
What does the word qi mean?
Qi is an alternate spelling of the word chi, which is the vital life force in the body supposedly regulated by acupuncture. It is a darn good Scrabble word, too.
