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Who can use it? of Acupuncture

Most people who use acupuncture receive private treatment. However, the use of acupuncture within the NHS is growing more quickly than any other complementary therapy. Many physiotherapy departments within NHS hospitals offer acupuncture and more than 2,000 GPs and hospital doctors are trained in certain acupuncture techniques.

Acupuncture treatment is suitable for most people, although certain acupoints should be avoided during pregnancy. Acupuncture is not suitable for people with uncontrolled severe bleeding disorders, and extra care must be taken when treating people on anticoagulant (blood thinning) drugs. Needles should not left be left in place for long periods of time when treating people with an increased risk of infection.

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