Needles Inserted into the Body During the Acupuncture Procedure May

question 26

Multiple Choice

Needles inserted into the body during the acupuncture procedure may relieve pain because the pain

• A)results in the release of the body's natural opiates.
• B)blocks the functioning of pain-relieving neurons.
• C)paralyzes the central nervous system.
• D)suppresses the production of all neurotransmitters.

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