a variety of acupuncture in which an electric current circulates between the needles with the purpose of increasing the effectiveness of the treatment
<surgery, technique> An operation that consists of inserting needle electrodes into the affected tissue and passing an electrical current through the electrodes piercing the tissues. ... (21 Jun 2000) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: ē-lek′trō-pŭnk′chūr Definitions: 1. Passage of an electrical current through needle electrodes piercing the tissues.