Did you know NBA players are getting acupuncture treatment to relieve their pain?

Now we go behind the scenes with players and coaches to learn more about acupuncture, which NBA players have been using for years.

Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine in which fine needles are inserted into the skin in order to stimulate certain parts of the body. The practice dates back to approximately 100 BC and it’s prevalent in traditional Asian medicine. Acupuncture has been used for many conditions, but it’s most known for relieving pain, loosening muscles and reducing swelling.

Some NBA franchises have used acupuncture for decades, and many players who have tried the treatment.

Retired players like Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O’Neal, Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, Charles Barkley, Yao Ming, Grant Hill, Jeff Hornacek and Kevin Johnson among others reportedly used acupuncture during their playing days to enhance their recovery.

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