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Can a acupuncturist hit a nerve?
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Acupuncture: A needle used by an acupuncturist can touch a superficial nerve, but it is unlikely to cause a problem.
Answered 5/29/2016
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Yes: The goal of acupuncture is not to place a needle in a nerve. However contacting the energy field surrounding a nerve can allow one to connect with Qi. A needle placed in a nerve would be painful and could traumatize the nerve.
Answered 10/11/2015
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