1. A. Acupuncture as applied to chiropractic is stimulation of a certain meridian point or points on or near the surface of the body to control and regulate the flow and balance of energy of the body.
2. B. Acupuncture includes acupuncture by needle, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, acupressure, laser, auricular therapy, or any implement that stimulates acupuncture points.
3. C. Acupuncture does not include cupping, moxibustion, or cosmetic therapy.

Historical Note

Repealed effective December 31, 1975 (Supp. 75-2). New Section R4-7-40 adopted effective January 25, 1984 (Supp. 84-1). Former Section R4-7-40 renumbered as Section R4-7-601 without change effective September 27, 1985 (Supp. 85-5). Amended by final rulemaking at 7 A.A.R. 2821, effective June 12, 2001 (Supp. 01-2). Amended by final rulemaking at 18 A.A.R. 2552, effective November 19, 2012 (Supp. 12-3).