- the patient has contraindications to acupuncture (medical emergencies, pregnancy, malignancy, blood clotting disorders and consumption of anti-coagulant drugs). - patients with myeloproliferative disorders. - there is a tumor or infection in the area where the acupuncture point is inserted. - patients with a history of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus with random blood sugar levels > 200 mg / dl

- the patient has contraindications to acupuncture (medical emergencies, pregnancy, malignancy, blood clotting disorders and consumption of anti-coagulant drugs). - patients with myeloproliferative disorders. - there is a tumor or infection in the area where the acupuncture point is inserted. - patients with a history of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus with random blood sugar levels > 200 mg / dl