Shirly Liu

Acupuncture is a fascinating and complex system that is still not fully understood. While modern research continues to explore how it works, it has been practiced for thousands of years and remains widely used in clinical care today. Over more than twenty years of practice, I have come to see that acupuncture is not simply about treating where the pain appears. More often, it is about helping the body regain a sense of balance. The body's structure, internal functions, and emotional state are constantly influencing one another. When something is out of balance, it may show up in a different area of the body. This is why treatment does not always focus only on the site of discomfort. For example, shoulder pain may be addressed through points on the limbs, and tension in the neck may sometimes involve areas such as the abdomen. In this way, the body can be understood as an interconnected system rather than a collection of isolated parts.