NUCC taxonomy code
Acupuncturist
171100000X
IndividualOther Service Providers
- Grouping
- Other Service Providers
- Classification
- Acupuncturist
- Specialization
- None
Definition
An acupuncturist is a person who performs ancient therapy for alleviation of pain, anesthesia and treatment of some diseases. Acupuncturists use long, fine needles inserted into specific points in order to treat painful conditions or produce anesthesia.
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