Each point can be needled with the intention of tonifying or dispersing its energy. The tonification and sedation techniques are as follows. Several can be used in combination at the same time.

Tonification

• Direct the needle in the direction of the channel
• Needle on the exhalation
• Withdraw the needle on the inhalation
• Cover the hole when withdrawing the needle
• Rotate the needle clockwise
• Insert the needle quickly and withdraw slowly

Sedation

• Direct the needle opposite to the direction of the channel
• Needle on the inhalation
• Withdraw the needle on the exhalation
• Do not cover the hole when withdrawing the needle. Even stretch the skin to open more
• Rotate the needle counterclockwise
• Insert the needle slowly and withdraw quickly