Acupuncture

Most patients say that there is little or no pain during an acupuncture treatment. You may feel achiness, warmth, pressure or tingling at the needle or in surrounding areas during the treatment. Those sensations are an indication that the vital energy (Qi) is flowing, which is good!

Meridians of vital energy (Qi pronounced ‘Chee’) run in regular patterns throughout the body and obstructions in these meridians can interrupt the flow of qi. These interruptions create imbalance in the body resulting in pain and disease. Needle insertion at acupuncture points can unblock these obstructions. The improved vital energy flow produced by acupuncture results in the stimulation of the body’s natural healing abilities.

Nope! The needles are filiform (i.e. not hollow like a hypodermic needle). The needles work their magic on their own and do not need any additional medicine in order for acupuncture to be effective.

The specifics of this will be discussed during your initial evaluation on the day of your first treatment. This recommendation will depend on a variety of factors; how long you have been experiencing the condition, the severity of the issue and your overall health status. In general, I recommend at least 6-10 treatments. More frequent treatments are indicated for acute, severe pain and less frequent but longer term treatment is recommended for chronic issues.

Initial sessions are 90-min and follow-up sessions are 60-min.

Please wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing.