Aeons ago, Chi Bo laid out a map of the human body for the Yellow emperor, consisting of channels of energy with points of access where disease could enter, but also from where disease could exit.

These points were accessed with bamboo shards and later with metal needles. Today, whether it’s silicone, gold, or steel, the point location and needling is pretty much the same. Sterile stainless steel disposable needles are generally about .25 mm thick and about an inch long. Depths vary between 1/16th and several inches, generally ¼ to a ½ inch. They are generally left in place for 25-30 minutes.

Acupuncture is performed by James Fitzpatrick who holds a Master of Science degree from Samra University of Oriental medicine in Los Angeles, California, and was certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental medicine as well as the California Medical Board.