For centuries, humans have inserted ultrafine needles into their skin to treat chronic pain, relieve stress, and convince predators that they were nothing more than tasteless pincushions. Cover your body in nature's healing camouflage with today's Groupon: for $35, you get a Japanese-style acupuncture treatment at North Liberty Acupuncture in North Liberty (a $60 value).

Licensed acupuncturist Jason Burke treats a range of maladies and diseases with Japanese-style acupuncture, which uses finer needles and more superficial insertions than traditional Chinese acupuncture. During a 60-minute session, patients deliver a detailed rundown of health history, concerns, and favorite Civil War generals before Burke crafts a custom treatment plan. Next, Burke gently places ultrafine, sterile needles at particular points along the body's chi superhighways to restore balance, fight pain, and ease stress. Patients should avoid eating a large meal prior to their visit and should avoid alcohol and strenuous activities such as bear tickling for at least six hours afterward.