acupuntura

noun
  1. Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body. It is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine and is most commonly used to treat pain, though it is also used for a wide range of other conditions. noun
    She decided to try acupuncture to help alleviate her chronic back pain.
    Many people use acupuncture as a complementary therapy alongside conventional medical treatments.