Qigong - internal acupuncture

 Medical Qigong is a part of traditional Chinese medicine and uses slow movements, combined with relaxation and breathing exercises to create balance in body and soul. The body's own inner forces is activated so that the load of the sympathetic nervous system decreases.

Qi Gong (vital energy exercise) has been a part of Taoist philosophy for over 2500 years. It is the foundation of traditional Chinese medicine. Qigong is based on the idea that there is life energy, Qi, in all living creatures, nature and the universe. Based on this philosophy has throughout history been developed practises as tai chi, martial arts and acupuncture. In the body is by Taoist thinking energy channels "meridians" in which life energy qi flow.

Illness and pain are due to blockage or damage of energy channels, and they can be treated with medical qigong. The training consists of relaxation, movement, concentration and breathing exercises. The basic idea is that specific, simple movements stimulate the flow of energy in the body, dissolves blockages and tension, increases blood flow and relaxes stiff joints. Daily Qigong training is considered to strengthen the life energy. According to this principle, one can also stimulate the flow of energy and resolve blockages using acupuncture or acupressure. Qigong can be compared with an internal acupuncture and has the advantage that it does not need a therapist once you have learned the method.

There are a few hundred variants of qigong styles.