Acupuncture to Balance the Root Chakra (Muladhara)

Chakras are energy centers in the body that affect our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. They are not part of the Traditional Chinese Medicine system, however, acupuncture is a tool that can be used to balance energy flow on all levels of the body. This treatment is based on Dr. Mikio Sankey's Esoteric acupuncture system but has been adapted by Dr. Judith and Lia Andrews, DAOM, L.Ac.
The muladhara (base, root) chakra is the foundation of the body and linked with being able to provide for our physical needs and to feel safe in this world. It is where the kundalini fire originates before it ascends the spine. The microcosmic orbit originates in the lower abdomen (dan tian) but must pass through the perineum and coccyx before it ascends up the spine. Thus this is a critical area to open for spiritual practice. Also, a well-balanced root grounds higher states of consciousness.