Acupuncture needles, Japan, 1980-1985

Two 'Drop' needles, used in Shonoshin therapy, a non-invasive form of acupuncture developed for young children, from the surgery of a British practitioner c.1996, unsigned, manufactured in Japan, 1980-1985.

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

3174657

Title

Acupuncture needles, Japan, 1980-1985

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- overall: 50 mm 5 mm, .02kg