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Acupuncture

2007, Fact Sheet , Federal Publication, English
Web link: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/acupuncture/index.htm

Description:

Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used medical procedures in the world. This publication is an overview of what acupuncture is, the theories behind it and the FDA's role in regulating medical acupuncture. It also lists clinical research activities on acupuncture sponsored by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), information on selecting an acupuncturist, resources to contact for more information and a helpful glossary of terms.

Availability information:

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Source:

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clearinghouse
P.O. Box 7923
Gaithersburg MD 20898-7923

Phone number(s):

(301) 519-3153 international calls
(888) 644-6226

Related topics:

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• ACUPUNCTURE
• ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

NWHIC record number P-6432