As major component of traditional Chinese medicine and endorsed by the World Health Organization, acupuncture has been shown to effectively reduce one’s perception of pain through stimulation of the nervous system. Though treatment does not treat the disease itself, research has shown acupuncture to benefit those suffering from many conditions, including chronic pain.
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