Acupuncture（针灸）, a traditional Chinese medical practice, （be） the remedy for （count） patients since ancient times. Before modern medicine came to life, ancient Chinese used stone tools to relieve pain. Over time, this primitive practice gradually evolved a comprehensive and profound medical system and shaped the root of acupuncture.
（aim） at promoting the body's self-regulating functions, acupuncture emphasizes all-inclusive treatment, balance of bodily functions and overall physiological well-being, therapeutic principles are in line with the philosophical concepts of traditional Chinese medicine.
Practices can vary in forms, including needle insertion, cupping and scraping. Needle insertion, most common method, （carry） out by inserting hair-thin needles into meridians, with specific points on the body that channel vital energy （the qi）. Practitioners lift, twirl and rotate needles to unblock the flow of energy and stimulate the body's innate potential to heal （it）.
Looking beyond China, acupuncture has become a global therapy. According to a 2019 WHO report, acupuncture is used in 113 of its 120 member countries, （illustrate） its widespread recognition and application.
With a rich history and deep cultural significance, acupuncture has seen many （advance） in scientific research and modern medicine, which is now an embodiment of profound cultural heritage and a historic path to healing.
