They can give you something simple like hot and cold compresses or something more sophisticated like electric current through tiny hairs like acupuncture needles. In one article, written by writers specializing in health communications, “Acupuncture is suited to treating a wide range of conditions from opposing viewpoints.” Douglas Dupler, Teresa G. Odle, and David Edward Newton explain that acupuncturists may sometimes use moxibustion. Moxibustion is a process in which a herbal mixture of moxa or mugwort is burned like incense on the acupuncture point or end of the needle. Acupuncturists believe that burning the herbs at the end of the needle helps stimulate the body's energy flow. Cupping is also used while in an acupuncture section. Cups are small suction cups that are placed on acupuncture points. Cupping helps stimulate the body's energy flow just like cupping