Research Article

Validity of the “Streitberger” Needle in a Chinese Population with Acupuncture: A Randomized, Single-Blinded, and Crossover Pilot Study

Table 3

Responses of patients to penetration question for the two types of needles.

Placebo needleReal needleTotal
YesNoNo response

Yes351449 (81.7%)
No10111 (18.3%)
No response0

Total45 (75.0%)15 (25.0%)060