Acupuncture is well known for its ability to treat pain and injuries, but it is also effective in treating many other conditions. Cardiac arrhythmia is one of the conditions that can be directly treated by acupuncture. One review study found the effect to be similar to cardiac drugs, without the side effects. When combined with herbal therapy, it can be possible to avoid surgery and drugs to return the heart to a normal rhythm. Here is a review that supports this use of acupuncture: