Chinese pulse diagnosis: for centuries, the Chinese have studied changes in the radial pulse to assess the quality of circulation & reason for obstruction.

Chinese tongue diagnosis: additionally, the Chinese have studied changes in the tongue to assess imbalances in circulation & organ function.

Key Points:

• Acupuncture needles are different from injection needles: acupuncture needles are generally thinner & smoother, whereas injection needles are thicker with a beveled tip

• Acupuncture needles usually cause little to no pain: stimulation of acupuncture points will often cause a dull, achy sensation, which will often fade during the treatment