Acupuncture needles

Acupuncture needles are an important tool used to relieve and treat pain in various parts of the body. Acupuncture is an integral part of the daily routine of alternative therapy practitioners as it has been proven effective in treating migraines, muscle pain, back pain, knee pain, and joint pain. 

To ensure that you have chosen the right acupuncture needle it is important to follow some selection criteria. In more detail:

  • The size of the needle: Each acupuncture needle has a different length ranging from 15mm to 75mm, depending on the body part to be selected. For large muscle groups such as the buttocks, it is necessary to select sizes of more than 40mm to allow for a depth of penetration. 
  • Needle thickness: Each acupuncture needle has a different thickness depending on the area to be applied and the type of technique. The thickness ranges from 0.18mm to 0.35mm 
  • The material of construction: Acupuncture needles can be made of either silver or copper. Acupuncture needles made of copper and acupuncture needles made of silver have the same therapeutic effect, except that the former, due to their conductivity, can be used for electro-acupuncture. In addition, they can also be made of surgical stainless steel.
  • With or without a guide: Most acupuncture needles are available with or without a guide. For new practitioners, the guided application is recommended as it is safer and easier - although more time-consuming. The use of unguided needles is only recommended for people with experience and knowledge of the insertion points.

At medi-shop.gr, you can find acupuncture needles from various manufacturers and dimensions to get the one that best suits you. They are available with or without a guide and available in individual packaging.