Sterilization includes sterilization of the needles, selected region for needling, and the hands of the acu-puncturist.

3. 1.4. 1 Needle sterilization
Sterilized needles, which should be used only once, are recommended. The needles for repeated use should be sterilized with autoclave. Method: The needles wrapped in gauze are sterilized in an autoclave under 15 pounds at-mospheric pressure and 120¡æ for 15 minutes. Boiling sterilization: The needles wrapped in gauze are boiled in water for 15 - 20 minutes. Medical sterilization: The needles are soaked in 75 % alcohol for 30 minutes and then taken out and cleaned with a piece of dry cloth. Twee zers, needle tray and other devices are sterilized by being soaked in 2 % lysol liquid or 1 : 1,000 corrosive sublimate liquid for 1 - 2 hours.

3. 1.4. 2 Disinfection of the region selected for needling
The area selected for needling must be sterilized with a 75 % alcohol cotton ball or with 2.5 % iodine first and then with a 75 % alcohol cotton ball. The selected area is sterilized from the center to the sides. Mter sterilization, measures should be taken to avoid recontamination.

3. 1.4. 3 Disinfection of the acupuncturist's fingers
Before needling, the acupuncturist should wash his or her hands with soapsuds or sterilize with 75 % alcohol cot-ton balls.

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