Substances B. Applications 1. For over 3,000 years, acupuncture has been practiced in China. In chinese medicine its relied upon as valuable healing. Acupuncture needles were once made of gold and silver. Most are disposable because of the diseases present in our world.
Many states require disposable.
Needles are twirled or moved in a back an forth motion. Most people need 1-3 sessions a week for many weeks. Each treatment lasts 10-30 minutes. Some insurance plans will cover it. Patient lies down or relaxes in a sitting position.