Are There Risks Associated With Acupuncture?

People often ask me if there are risks or side effects associated with Acupuncture and I am happy to tell them that problems are rare. It's a good question and I understand why people ask. It might be counter-intuitive to voluntarily allow someone to stick needles in your body. But, Acupuncture is very safe and I went to graduate school for four years to learn how to to stick you with needles.