Am J Chin Med. 1976 Autumn; 4(3): 293-5.

A new technique for the insertion of acupuncture needles.

Chen GS, Hwang YC.

A new technique to insert acupuncture needles into the tissue without touching the needle with the fingers of the acupuncturist was developed by the authors. It is easy to perform and completely eliminates the problem of contamination. The bending of the needle is less frequent and the pain sensation of the patient is also minimized.