Is it necessary to awaken the needle during acupuncture?
Aug 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. He Haochen
Introduction
Acupuncture generally requires needle manipulation, but if the patient feels uncomfortable with it, manipulation may be omitted.
1. When needle manipulation is required: Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical therapy that involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body to regulate qi and blood flow and enhance the body's self-healing ability. Needle manipulation refers to the stimulation or adjustment performed by the practitioner after inserting the needles.
Acupuncture generally requires needle stimulation (awakening the needle), but if the patient experiences discomfort from this procedure, it may be omitted. The details are as follows:
1. Needling stimulation required: Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy that involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body to regulate qi and blood flow and enhance the body's self-healing ability. Needle stimulation refers to the practice where, after inserting the needles, the practitioner applies certain manipulations—such as rotation, trembling, or lifting—to elicit sensations like soreness, distension, numbness, pain, or warmth in the patient. The purpose of needle stimulation is to strengthen the therapeutic effect by enhancing the intensity of acupuncture stimulation.
2. No need for needle stimulation: However, not all acupuncture treatments require needle stimulation. Techniques and procedures may vary depending on the practitioner’s experience and clinical judgment. Since needle stimulation might cause excessive stimulation or discomfort in some patients, it may be skipped when unnecessary.
If acupuncture treatment is needed, one should choose a正规 medical institution and seek diagnosis and treatment from qualified, professional physicians.
