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Which parts/points should be avoided while accupuncture during pregnancy?
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Inform: Inform your acupuncturist that you are pregnant. There is no evidence that acupuncture is contraindicated in pregnancy.
Answered 6/13/2013
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Labor points: Two main points to be avoided during pregnancy with acupuncture, first point is spleen 6, inside of the leg above the ankle, and large intestine 4 which is in the webbing of the hand between the thumb and index finger. These points are used to initiate labor.
Answered 6/29/2013
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Acupuncture: In addition to points described by dr. Chin, stomach 25 (parallel to umbilicus) should also be avoided during pregnancy.
Answered 6/29/2013
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