I'm hoping this will help and trying not to think that it is voodoo. I know that acupunture is Oriental Medicine so it has to work, right? I have had this horrible mid-back pain for 15 months now. Had all the tests; xrays, MRI, CT scan, saw orthopaedic surgeon, neurologist and finally a pain management Dr. who really wants to give me the epidural injection that I don't want. So...I finally tried an acupuncturist recommended by a friend. He stuck needles in my back, head and legs. They stayed in for 25 minutes and then I went home. I have to go back on Tuesday and then again on Saturday. He said I will know in about 4 sessions if it will work. He told me that it doesn't work in about 10% of the people. Anyone here ever try this? I am desperate for some relief.