Altra Acupuncture Needles are designed to offer the perfect combination of precision, comfort, and safety. Crafted with premium stainless steel, they ensure durability, consistent quality, and effective treatments. The ultra-fine tips and smooth surface make Altra needles gentle, minimizing discomfort for a wide range of patients, including those with sensitive skin.

Since their launch over a decade ago, Altra needles have become a trusted name in the market, recognized and embraced by practitioners worldwide. With continuous innovation, Altra has evolved to meet the needs of modern acupuncture practices while prioritizing sustainability and quality.

Key Features

• Premium Stainless Steel: Ensures high durability, precise needle retention, and optimal performance.
• Comfort-Focused Design: Ultra-smooth insertion minimizes discomfort, providing an enhanced patient experience.
• Medical-Grade Silicone Coating: Facilitates seamless needle insertion, making treatments more comfortable.
• Strict Quality Control (QC): Rigorous checks ensure each needle meets the highest standards of safety and performance.
• Decades of Reputation: Trusted by acupuncturists for over 10 years, with a proven track record of reliability.

Our Altra Acupuncture Needles are carefully designed to meet the diverse needs of practitioners. Whether you're performing delicate treatments or seeking stronger stimulation, Altra offers the right options for every practice.

Sizes

Altra needles are available in a variety of diameters and lengths to accommodate different acupuncture techniques:

• Diameters: From 0.16mm (ultra-thin for gentle treatments) to 0.30mm (thicker for stronger stimulation).
• Lengths: Ranging from 13mm to 125mm, suitable for various treatment depths and areas.

Handle Types

Currently, we provide traditional loop handles only, which are ideal for secure handling and precision during treatments.

Packaging Options

• Sterile Blister Packs: Individual slotted packaging for easy and safe handling.
• Eco Paper Pouches: A sustainable packaging option, reflecting our commitment to the environment.

Guide Tube Options

To support various practitioner preferences and sustainability goals, we offer:

• No Guide Tube: For practitioners who prefer direct needle application.
• Traditional Plastic Guide Tube: A convenient option for guided needle insertion.
• Eco Bamboo Guide Tube: An environmentally friendly innovation that combines functionality with sustainability.

Quantity Options

Our needles are available in two box sizes to suit your practice needs:

• 100 needles per box: Perfect for smaller clinics or individual practitioners.
• 500 needles per box: Ideal for larger practices or high-volume usage.

Our Altra needles come in a variety of diameters and lengths, including:

• Diameters: 0.14mm, 0.16mm, 0.18mm, 0.20mm, 0.25mm, 0.30mm, and 0.35mm.
• Lengths: 15mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm, 50mm, and 75mm, 125mm

This range ensures that practitioners can select the ideal needle size based on the treatment type, patient needs, and specific acupuncture points.

Altra needles are highly versatile and can be integrated into various acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practices. They are compatible with:

• Smoke Moxa Cones: For traditional heat therapy, enhancing circulation and qi flow.
• Smokeless Topcones with Traditional Loop: Offering a clean and effective alternative to smoke moxa.
• Electroacupuncture Devices: For treatments requiring electrical stimulation to enhance therapeutic effects.
• MyAcu Trinity Heat Lamp: Use during acupuncture sessions to provide gentle heat and amplify results.
• Acu Warmer: Extend the therapeutic benefits even after treatment by applying localized warming therapy.

Absolutely! For children or individuals who are uncomfortable with needles, or for patients with an allergy to stainless steel, we recommend the MyAcu Acu Pyramid.

The Acu Pyramid is a non-invasive device that provides effective acupuncture-like stimulation without needles. It’s an excellent option for:

• Children: Gentle, painless treatment suitable for young patients.
• Needle-phobic individuals: Provides an alternative to traditional needles while delivering effective results.
• Stainless steel allergies: A safe alternative for patients sensitive to stainless steel materials.

Altra needles have transitioned from traditional copper to eco-friendly stainless steel, which is more sustainable and reduces environmental harm. Copper electroplating, used in traditional copper needles, can release harmful toxins into the ocean, making stainless steel a safer and more responsible alternative for the environment.

While Altra currently uses traditional plastic guide tubes, we recognize the need for more eco-friendly options. For practitioners looking for a greener alternative, we recommend:

• The Altra Bamboo Guide Tube Series, a biodegradable and sustainable option that minimizes plastic waste.
• Our new brand, MyAcu Eco-Moxa Guide Tube Needles, launched in 2024. These are the first in the world to feature industrially compostable, plant-based guide tubes, offering an unparalleled level of eco-conscious innovation.

Altra transitioned from traditional copper to stainless steel needles to enhance both needle quality and environmental sustainability. Stainless steel is more durable, does not involve harmful electroplating processes, and is a safer choice for the environment.

Copper needles remain popular among some practitioners due to:

• Visibility: The gold-like color of copper is more noticeable, especially during treatments on the head or scalp.
• Material Perception: Some practitioners were taught that copper is better for electroacupuncture or stimulation due to its conductive properties.
• Aesthetic Appeal: The gold-like tone of copper is often associated with luxury or better stimulation.

While copper has its advantages, Altra places greater emphasis on sustainability and modern acupuncture practices:

• Eco-Friendliness: Copper electroplating can release harmful toxins into the ocean, while stainless steel is a cleaner, more sustainable alternative.
• Modern Priorities: Today’s acupuncture practices are increasingly focused on reducing environmental impact, aligning with global sustainability goals.
• High Performance: Stainless steel needles, when crafted with precision, provide equal or better stimulation and reliability, making them a practical and responsible choice for modern practitioners.

Altra respects traditional acupuncture techniques while embracing modern, eco-friendly practices. We have continually innovated to ensure our products meet practitioner needs while supporting environmental sustainability. Notable efforts include:

• Transitioning to stainless steel needles to reduce the harmful environmental impact of copper electroplating.
• Introducing bamboo guide tubes, a biodegradable alternative to plastic, setting a new standard for eco-conscious acupuncture.

By adopting Altra products, you are supporting the shift toward greener, more sustainable acupuncture practices without compromising on quality and effectiveness

Not yet. While transitioning to stainless steel and introducing bamboo guide tubes are significant strides, we recognize that there’s still more to do. Our commitment to sustainability includes:

• Ongoing Innovation: Continuously exploring new materials and methods to further reduce our environmental footprint.
• Reducing Waste: Developing more eco-conscious solutions for all aspects of our production and packaging.

This commitment led to the creation of MyAcu, our new brand dedicated to groundbreaking eco-friendly acupuncture solutions.

The MyAcu brand was born from our dedication to pushing sustainability in acupuncture even further. After six years of development and significant investment, we proudly launched the MyAcu Eco-Moxa Guide Tube Needles in 2024. These needles are the first in the world to feature guide tubes made from moxa stem waste, a byproduct of moxa production.

Key benefits of the MyAcu Eco-Moxa guide tubes include:

• Recycling Waste: Transforming moxa stem waste into industrially compostable guide tubes.
• Reducing Plastic Use: Offering an innovative alternative to traditional plastic guide tubes.
• Global Leadership: Setting a new benchmark for sustainability in the acupuncture industry.

By choosing Altra or MyAcu products, practitioners gain access to premium-quality tools while actively contributing to a more sustainable future in acupuncture. Here’s what it means for you:

1. Aligning with Sustainability Goals

• Eco-Friendly Materials: Use products like Altra stainless steel needles and MyAcu Eco-Moxa guide tubes, which reduce reliance on environmentally harmful materials like copper and plastic.
• Sustainable Practices: Support innovative solutions like bamboo and moxa waste guide tubes, which minimize environmental impact and reduce waste.

2. Delivering High-Quality Treatments

• Precision and Comfort: Both Altra and MyAcu products are designed to maintain the highest standards of quality, ensuring smooth insertion, patient comfort, and reliable performance.
• Innovative Options: Tools like the MyAcu Eco-Moxa guide tubes provide an advanced, eco-conscious option without compromising effectiveness.

3. Supporting the Evolution of Acupuncture

• Modern Practices: By adopting products that prioritize sustainability, you position yourself at the forefront of modern acupuncture practices, which emphasize both patient care and environmental responsibility.
• Leading by Example: Using Altra or MyAcu tools demonstrates your commitment to greener healthcare and inspires others to follow suit.

4. Accessing Unique Innovations

• World-First Products: MyAcu’s Eco-Moxa guide tube needles, made from moxa stem waste, are a revolutionary advancement in the industry. Practitioners using these products showcase their dedication to cutting-edge, eco-friendly solutions.
• Versatile Tools: Both Altra and MyAcu products are compatible with various acupuncture techniques and complementary tools, making them suitable for diverse treatment needs.

5. Reflecting Your Values

Choosing Altra or MyAcu products shows your patients and peers that you value:

• Environmental Responsibility: A commitment to reducing waste and pollution in your practice.
• Innovation: The willingness to embrace new, sustainable technologies for better patient care.