Why do many people feel calmer after acupuncture? This article explores what recent research tells us about acupuncture, the autonomic nervous system, and why these findings are changing the way researchers think about how acupuncture works.

Acupuncture is rarely thought of as a one-off treatment. This article explores what current research tells us about treatment dose, why acupuncture is usually delivered as a course of care, and what that means for patients.