Wirth the use of numerous diagnostic methods, they look for disharmony amidst the
Five Elements such as any blockages in the flow of energy within the acupuncture meridians that flow through the body. Upon discovery of these blockages, they will judge which of the Five Elements has higher influence and which one has the most weakening effects leading to the cause of the disease. Treatment of the problem or discomfort is performed using fine needles to clear blockages for free energy flow leading to harmonization.