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3 Methods and Techniques
3.1 Point Location 22
3.1.1 Mechanical Point Location 22
3.1.2 ‘Very-Point-Technique’ 22
3.1.3 Electrical Point Location 23
3.1.4 Réflexe Auriculocardiaque (RAC) 23
3.2 Needling 27
3.2.1 Disinfection 28
3.2.2 Needling Techniques 28
Disposable needles 28
Semi-permanent needles 28
3.2.3 Accompanying Signs and Symptoms 29
Pain 29
Erythema of the insertion site 29
If a needle falls out 29
Bleeding upon needle removal 30
3.2.4 Needle Retention 30
3.2.5 Needle Removal 30