I think that if a practice or device is believed to be used for medical benefits then it must be regulated and tested by the FDA. In this scenario the electro-acupuncture device should be governed as it is a device that if not used properly could inflict harm on the user. It should be regulated and tested to ensure that no major complications can arise when used and that it will not cause any side effects for the user. I would have to say that more studies should be concluded before electro-acupuncture is used as it is still uncertain with this new device if there are any long term malignant problems. The use of stabbing one self with needles is already dangerous and although acupuncturists are mostly professionals who are exact in their needle locations, you still do not know if electrical stimulation around these certain points can cause damage and what type of damage it could cause. There must be testing to ensure the right needle is used and that the right current is used, with regulations on the power of the electro-acupuncture device.