Regarding acupuncture, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)Traditional Chinese beliefs suggest that acupuncture releases the body's natural healing energy.
B)Scientific evidence has ruled out that acupuncture is merely a placebo effect.
C)Some studies have demonstrated that acupuncture can be effective in reducing chronic lower back pain.
D)Acupuncture may work through the release of neurotransmitters with pain-killing effects, caused by the stimulation of acupuncture points.
E)Acupuncture involves the insertion and rotation of thin needles at certain points on the body.

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Scientific evidence has not conclusively ruled out the placebo effect in acupuncture's efficacy. While some studies suggest acupuncture has benefits beyond placebo, the debate continues, and it has not been definitively proven that the effects of acupuncture are not due to placebo.

Regarding Acupuncture, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE