Acupuncture needles are thin, sterilized metal needles that are inserted into specific points on your body during acupuncture treatments. Full definition
In this therapy, a device is attached to the carefully inserted acupuncture needles, which then generate continuous electric pulses. (petbusiness.com)
Veterinary acupuncture needles are much smaller than the needles used for drawing blood. (thek9rehabcenter.com)
Once acupuncture needles have been inserted, they will remain in place for about 5 - 12 minutes depending upon the condition that is being treated. (thedrakecenter.com)