I had always considered acupuncture (针灸) old-fashioned. But the drama of my recent strange illness and recovery changed my mind (complete).
Last month, after sleeping through a flight, I discovered I couldn't move my right arm and fingers. The doctors diagnosed me with neural (神经的) injury. I was scared. Luckily, Richard, an acupuncturist, offered (help) me.
I started my acupuncture treatment. Dozens of tiny needles (insert) across my arm and fingers. I dared not move, because even a small change of position could cause a sharp pain. After a few days, I could move my fingers. Two weeks (go) by before I could eat a meal with chopsticks. Within a month, my arm and fingers were almost back to (they) normal functions.
In that clinic, I made friends with many other patients and heard their (story). One lady, who became deaf two months ago, has recovered her hearing abilities. I was very surprised at magic these tiny needles are.
Acupuncture originated in China 2,000 years ago. Essentially, it functions improving the smooth flow of life force energy, (know) in Chinese as "qi". Although acupuncture may not cure all illnesses, at least it creates a good starting point for a healthy body. I hope the (wise) of acupuncture will continue to bring health to more friends.
