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    U.S. military incorporates classic Chinese medicine [Image 7 of 8]

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    A U.S. Air Force medical officer, identified by name tape as 'VITRIKAS,' is conducting a medical examination or procedure on a shirtless male patient in what appears to be a military medical facility. The provider is wearing the Air Force digital camouflage uniform (ABU) with a major's oak leaf cluster rank insignia. The setting appears to be a clinical examination room with a privacy curtain visible in the background.

    BALAD, IRAQ

    03.17.2009

    Photo by Sgt. Brandon Pomrenke 

    Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Arabian Peninsula

    Air Force Maj. Kirsten Vitrikas, assigned to Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force - Arabian Peninsula in Balad, Iraq, inserts several needles into the shoulder of a Soldier. These needles will be charged to introduce electricity into the muscles in order to relieve pain.

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    Date Taken: 03.17.2009
    Date Posted: 03.17.2009 10:09
    Photo ID: 157883
    VIRIN: 090317-A-3994P-001
    Resolution: 3000x1934
    Size: 3.44 MB
    Location: BALAD, IQ
    Web Views: 158
    Downloads: 15

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    The image shows a close-up of a medical or therapeutic procedure where a thin needle is being inserted into the ankle or foot area of a patient. One hand is holding the foot steady while the other hand guides a fine acupuncture or medical needle into the skin. The foot appears slightly reddened or swollen in the ankle region.
    A close-up image showing a hand holding a thin needle or wire against what appears to be the sole or heel of a foot. The image appears to depict a medical or therapeutic procedure, possibly acupuncture or a sensory/neurological test being performed on the foot. The foot shows visible redness or discoloration.
    The image shows a close-up of an acupuncture procedure being performed on a human foot or ankle area. A practitioner's hands are carefully inserting a thin acupuncture needle into the skin. The foot appears slightly reddened, possibly from prior treatment or inflammation.
    A person wearing military camouflage clothing is handling a device with colored wires (green and yellow) wrapped around a white rectangular object. A red component with a needle or pin is positioned near a bare human foot, suggesting a medical or diagnostic procedure. The setup resembles acupuncture, electrostimulation, or a medical testing scenario.
    The image shows the sole of a human foot undergoing electroacupuncture treatment. Two thin acupuncture needles are inserted into the foot near the ball/toe area, with red and black alligator clips attached to the needle handles. A yellow wire connects the clips, presumably leading to an electrostimulation device.
    A U.S. Air Force service member in ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) is performing what appears to be an acupuncture or dry needling procedure on a patient's shoulder/upper back area. The provider's name tape reads 'RIKAS' and a major's oak leaf cluster rank insignia is visible on the collar. The setting appears to be a medical examination room with a white curtain backdrop.
    A U.S. Air Force medical officer, identified by name tape as 'VITRIKAS,' is conducting a medical examination or procedure on a shirtless male patient in what appears to be a military medical facility. The provider is wearing the Air Force digital camouflage uniform (ABU) with a major's oak leaf cluster rank insignia. The setting appears to be a clinical examination room with a privacy curtain visible in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force officer with the last name 'Vitrikas' wearing ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) is performing what appears to be a medical procedure involving electroacupuncture or electrostimulation on a patient's foot. She holds a device connected to multiple colored wires (yellow, green, red) attached to needles inserted in the foot. A medical badge is visible on her uniform, indicating a healthcare role.

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