In the TCM way of thinking, energy pathways (meridians) run through the entire body and are interconnected in a complicated way. The approximately 360 acupuncture points are located on the main meridians. These can be used to regulate and influence a person's energy balance. Acupuncture has proven to be particularly effective in pain therapy.
Other important pillars of Chinese medicine are:
Moxibustion (moxa), Tuina massage, nutritional therapy, cupping and Gua Sah (scraping).