Acupuncture within TCM supplies comprises various product groups for professional use in practice, therapy and training. As an umbrella category, it provides orientation between classic acupuncture needles, ear and body indwelling needles as well as manual aids for acupressure and massage. Depending on the treatment concept, body region and working method, different needle lengths, diameters and designs are used, for example needles with or without a guide tube or sterile disposable needles in various pack sizes.
Which products belong to the Acupuncture category?
At the core are acupuncture needles for targeted use by qualified professionals. Common selection criteria are diameter, length, handle and needle design as well as the question of whether a guide tube is desired. In addition, indwelling needles and ear indwelling needles belong to the category; they are intended for applications in which a needle remains fixed in place for a limited period. Complementing these are acupressure and massage tools, such as pens or manual instruments for the non-invasive stimulation of points and tissue.
- Acupuncture needles: various lengths and diameters, with or without a guide tube, depending on technique and body area.
- Indwelling needles: for defined applications, frequently in the ear region, with suitable fixation.
- Acupressure tools: aids without skin penetration, for example for pressure point or massage applications.
Selection criteria for practice and therapy
When selecting acupuncture supplies, sterile packaging, clear size specifications and the appropriate design are decisive. Thinner needles such as 0.16 or 0.18 mm are often chosen where a particularly fine needle is preferred; larger diameters and longer needles, for example 30 or 50 mm, are guided by technique, point location and professional assessment. Guide tubes can support insertion, while variants without a guide tube enable a different working method. Brands such as Seirin, ASP, AcuTop and DongBang represent different systems and designs in this category.
Acupuncture is frequently considered together with other TCM procedures. Anyone planning their range holistically will find complementary products for moxibustion or other methods within TCM supplies. It is always important to use products as intended in accordance with the product specifications and to comply with hygiene, disposal and practice standards, particularly for needles and other products with skin contact.
