Acupuncture is thought to heal through the mechanism of what?
A) Using a metal conductor (needle) to impact energy flow in the body
B) Using skin-to-skin contact to change energy channels
C) Clearing chakra areas within the body
D) Psychological symbolism
Ans: A
In acupuncture, a needle is used to theoretically alter energy flow through body areas.
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