How do they match: Acupuncturists

  • Chinese Medical Doctor

  • Apply heat or cold therapy to patients using materials, such as heat pads, hydrocollator packs, warm compresses, cold compresses, heat lamps, or vapor coolants.
  • Apply moxibustion directly or indirectly to patients using Chinese, non-scarring, stick, or pole moxa.
  • Analyze physical findings and medical histories to make diagnoses according to Oriental medicine traditions.
  • Collect medical histories and general health and lifestyle information from patients.
  • Consider Western medical procedures in health assessment, health care team communication, and care referrals.
  • Educate patients on topics, such as meditation, ergonomics, stretching, exercise, nutrition, the healing process, breathing, or relaxation techniques.
  • Treat medical conditions, using techniques such as acupressure, shiatsu, or tuina.

  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
  • Evaluate treatment options to guide medical decisions.
  • Prepare medications or medical solutions.
  • Record patient medical histories.
  • Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.
  • Treat patients using alternative medical procedures.
  • Treat patients using physical therapy techniques.