241 Best Acupuncture Doctors near Kanpur Cantt, Kanpur

Acupuncture is a system of complementary medicine where in there are needles inserted superficially into person's skin to stimulate specific sites of the body for treating various health conditions.

Acupuncture is used for therapeutic as well as preventive purposes to alleviate the person from several health conditions. It can be used for mental as well as physical ailments ranging from body ache to depression.

Risks associated with acupuncture include bleeding, bruising, infection from unsterilized needles, damage to internal organs, and in very rare cases, puncturing of the lungs.

Before acupuncture visit, avoid a heavy meal, coffee, alcohol and other stimulants before the procedure. Wear loose and comfortable clothing during the visit.

As the term acupuncture suggests pricking of a needle, one may feel a slight sting at the site of needle puncture.