Many new patients want to know what to expect during acupuncture treatment. With the insertion of needles, you may feel certain sensations or nothing at all. Some sensations you may experience are a dull ache, tingling, a feeling of fullness, energy moving through the body, relaxation, or a sensation of tightness. That is all normal. If you feel anything sharp or uncomfortable just let me know. Also, after treatment you may feel grounded, relaxed, and possibly “spacey” these feelings are normal with acupuncture.

Each appointment starts with an intake. The intake for a new patient appointment is 15-30 minutes. During the intake, you will be asked many questions, some related specifically to your complaint and others seemingly unrelated. Traditional Chinese Medicine requires the entire person be taken into consideration so we can determine what is causing the condition or disease. We treat the whole person, not just the symptom.

After the intake, single use sterile needles will be inserted into various points on the body. You will then rest and relax for 25 minutes. If deemed beneficial for your condition other modalities may also be used such as: cupping, guasha, moxa or electrical stimulation.

As with any medical treatment, healing with acupuncture is a process. Certain conditions may take time to improve and are influenced by many factors. Over time, things should improve and if necessary, we will adjust your treatment plan as we proceed. Changes to your condition can happen faster than anticipated, so enjoy them! We encourage new patients to receive a treatment weekly for 6 weeks. Then, we reevaluate the condition and set a new treatment plan. The ultimate goal is to have each patient feeling great and receiving acupuncture once a month as maintenance.

Wear loose fitting clothes that can be easily rolled up above your elbows and knees. Also, you may need to expose your abdomen from your rib cage to the top of your hips, so avoid one-piece suits or dresses.

Be sure you have eaten at least a light meal within a few hours prior to arriving.

Avoid alcohol on the day of your treatment.

Avoid overeating immediately before treatment.

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated after your appointment

For best results, avoid strenuous activity immediately following a treatment. Set aside enough time so that you are not rushing to and from your visit. Physical strain immediately before or after acupuncture can weaken your body.

Keep a positive attitude and EXPECT positive results. As we follow through on your treatment plan, look for signs of improvement and take encouragement from them. Build an attitude that expects positive results and know that profound healing is possible. Your belief and expectation has an incredibly strong influence on your body, and is a key factor in healing.

Acupuncture is successful in relieving symptoms of pain along with a wide range of other conditions including, but not limited to:

Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat Disorders

Sinusitis

Seasonal Allergies

Earache

Ringing in the Ears

Dizziness

Circulatory Disorders

High Blood Pressure

Anemia

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Constipation

Diarrhea

Ulcers

Abdominal Bloating

Hemorrhoids

Gynecological / Genitourinary Disorders

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Irregular, Heavy or Painful Menstruation

Menopause

Morning Sickness

Infertility in Men and Women

Immune Disorders

Chronic Fatigue

Allergies

Lupus

MS

Addiction

Smoking Cessation

Drugs

Alcohol

Emotional and Psychological Disorders

Anxiety

Insomnia

Depression

Stress

Musculoskeletal and Neurological Disorders

Arthritis

Neuralgia

Sciatica

Back Pain

Bursitis

Tendonitis

Stiff Neck

Bell's Palsy

Trigeminal Neuralgia

Headaches and Migraines

Stroke

Sprains

Muscle Spasms

Shingles

Respiratory Disorders

Asthma

Emphysema

Bronchitis

Colds and Flus

Acupuncture Also Treats

Chemotherapy/ Radiation Side Effects

Diabetes

Dermatological Disorders

Weight Control