Styles of Practice of Acupuncturists Licensed in Massachusetts (1999) and Washington (1998)
| Style of Practice* | Massachusetts (N = 1,298 Visits) % | Washington (N = 1,263 Visits) % |
|---|---|---|
| * Styles of practice are defined in the Appendix. | ||
| French energetic | 1.1 | 5.1 |
| Japanese eclectic | 17.7 | 7.6 |
| Japanese meridian | 0.2 | 5.5 |
| Traditional Chinese medicine | 79.4 | 85.5 |
| Trigger point/Western style | 6.2 | 5.6 |
| Worsley 5 element | 12.2 | 5.0 |
| Other styles | 5.3 | 2.4 |
| Two or more styles used | 20.6 | 14.4 |