New Jersey § 45:9B-5 Definition of practice of acupuncture research

New Jersey Statutes

§ 45:9B-5 — Definition of practice of acupuncture research

New Jersey § 45:9B-5

Title 45PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS

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N.J. Stat. Ann. § 45:9B-5 (2026).

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a.The practice of acupuncture research is defined as studying treatment by means of mechanical, thermal or electrical stimulation effected by the insertion of solid needles or the application of heat or electrical stimulation at a point or combination of points on the surface of the body predetermined on the basis of the theory of the physiological interrelationship of body organs with an associated point or combination of points for diseases, disorders and dysfunctions of the body for the purpose of achieving a regular therapeutic or prophylactic effect.

b.A license to practice acupuncture research shall not permit the holder thereof to use radiotherapy, fluoroscopy, or any form of ionizing radiation, to operate, to reduce fractures or dislocations, or to use diagnostic or therapeutic m

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a. The practice of acupuncture research is defined as studying treatment by means of mechanical, thermal or electrical stimulation effected by the insertion of solid needles or the application of heat or electrical stimulation at a point or combination of points on the surface of the body predetermined on the basis of the theory of the physiological interrelationship of body organs with an associated point or combination of points for diseases, disorders and dysfunctions of the body for the purpose of achieving a regular therapeutic or prophylactic effect. b. A license to practice acupuncture research shall not permit the holder thereof to use radiotherapy, fluoroscopy, or any form of ionizing radiation, to operate, to reduce fractures or dislocations, or to use diagnostic or therapeutic methods involving chemical or biological means. c. A license to practice acupuncture research shall permit the holder thereof to treat any human disease, pain, injury, deformity or physical condition not prohibited by the provision of this section provided the person volunteering for research treatment presents a prior referral obtained from a licensed physician after appropriate medical examination. L.1975, c. 358, s. 5, eff. March 3, 1976.