Anywhere there is non-free flow of Qi, there is pain or disease. Given that acupuncture can help regulate the free flow of Qi, this TCVM modality can be beneficial for most medical conditions. However, acupuncture does “shine” in treating certain ailments, most of which are musculoskeletal or neurological in nature. Examples of these conditions include cranial cruciate ligament ruptures (i.e. “ACL tear”), intervertebral disc disease (IVDD, or “slipped disc”), degenerative myelopathy, etc.