👉 Renipuncture is a medical procedure that involves applying pressure to the skin and muscles of the body. It was developed in the 1920s by Dr. A.J. Patten, a British physician, who believed it could be used as an alternative to surgery for treating injuries or conditions such as fractures, sprains, and ulcers. The process typically involves inserting a thin plastic tube into a patient's skin and muscle with a special needle. The pressure is applied using a small