Acupuncture falls under the category of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) as part of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It is used by humans worldwide and animals have seen benefits too! Clinical observation suggests that acupuncture may achieve at least four therapeutic goals: Release of physical and emotional stress, activation and control of immune and anti-inflammatory mechanisms, acceleration of tissue healing, and pain relief. It is considered to activate the body’s self-healing potential, it can be used to release trigger points, and it often results in reduced doses of medication needed.