A 1996 study by David Eisenberg, M.D., published in the New England Journal of Medicine, estimated that more than one-third of Americans have tried alternative therapies. One of the most common of those therapies is acupuncture. In the United States, the most common use of acupuncture is the treatment of pain. B. A hypodermic needle. There is no feeling at all.
Many insurance carriers provide some form of coverage for acupuncture services.
It depends on the person's condition and his or her reaction to the treatment. B. Five to six treatments over two or more weeks determine whether acupuncture is having a positive effect. Once treated, a couple of treatments per year may be necessary for maintenance. D. All of the above E. None of the above 5. Acupuncture needles are used one time and then are disposed of in safe containers.