The third explanation is the ancient Chinese explanation that the acupuncture points are doors to energy channels and that by inserting the needles into these points, one can open and close these doors. Claims that support acupuncture Acupuncture is believed to be highly effective. Acupuncture had immediate effects on my levels of stress. I simply was not the same person at work. Co-workers could not believe the difference in my disposition.
Acupuncture is a treatment with few, if any, reported side effects.
The most common side effect is deep relaxation and a slight, temporary heaviness. In the treatment of stress, the side effect of deep relaxation is often a desired result. In these cases, very few side effects are noticed. Most of the information on acupuncture is circulated by acupuncture therapists and clinics, with one such therapist being Dr. Cassidy. One may be doubtful about the claims of acupuncture, especially since the claims are made by acupuncture therapists and clinics.