844 IAC 13-1-2 "Acupuncture" defined

Sec. 2. (a) "Acupuncture" means the evaluation and treatment of persons affected through a method of stimulation of a certain point or points on or immediately below the surface of the body by the insertion of presterilized, single-use, disposable needles, unless medically contraindicated, with or without the application of heat, electronic stimulation, or manual pressure to prevent or modify the perception of pain to normalize physiological functions, or for the treatment of certain diseases or dysfunctions of the body. (b) The term does not include: (1) radiology, electrosurgery, chiropractic technique, physical therapy, use or prescribing of any drugs, medications, serums, or vaccines; or (2) determination of an allopathic differential diagnosis.