You could try taking a deep breath as the needle goes in. It's what I do if I am having acupuncture and one of the insertion points is sore.
Doesn't work for everyone but it's worth a try
Paul Barrett
Hexham - Northumberland - Loads of spectacular walks - all I need now are the joints to go with them! :)
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