Acupuncture needles are among the most important supplies used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), auricular acupuncture, and dry needling. At CT&T Medical, therapists can find acupuncture needles from various manufacturers—such as Seirin, DongBang, TeWa, Hwato, and Shoosh—in a range of lengths, diameters, and styles.
Which acupuncture needle is the right one?
Choosing the right needle depends on several factors:
- Treatment Area
- Patient sensitivity
- Acupuncture Technique
- For use with or without a guide tube
- Desired needle length and needle size
Fine needles ranging from 0.14 mm to 0.20 mm are often used for sensitive patients. Standard sizes, such as 0.20 mm to 0.25 mm, are suitable for many traditional acupuncture treatments.
With or without a guide tube?
Acupuncture needles with a guide tube
- Easy and precise placement
- Especially popular with beginners
- High level of patient comfort
Acupuncture needles without a guide tube
- More Flexibility for Experienced Therapists
- A More Direct Approach
- Common with traditional needles
