Acupuncture needles are combined with other therapies

Acupuncture needles can be used not only alone but also in combination with other therapies. For instance, when combined with cupping therapy, cupping can cause local tissue congestion or stasis, promoting unobstructed meridians and vigorous qi and blood circulation. When used in conjunction with acupuncture needles, it can enhance the effects of promoting blood circulation, regulating qi, relieving pain and reducing swelling. It can also be combined with the acupoint application method. Acupoint application stimulates acupoints with drugs, complementing the needling stimulation of acupuncture needles to enhance the therapeutic effect. In addition, methods such as acupoint embedding and acupoint magnetic therapy can also be combined with acupuncture needles. The combination of multiple therapies can leverage their respective advantages to provide patients with more effective treatment plans.