During an acupuncture session, hair-thin needles are inserted into points on the body along energy currents called meridians. This process stimulates natural healing abilities of the body and regulates or revitalizes body functions. Acupuncture has been proven effective for a wide range of illness, including all types of pain, side effects of cancer treatments, migraines, sleep issues, common cold, digestive issues, stress and various chronic disease!
There are hundreds of acupuncture points (called acu-points) along the body’s 14 major meridians (energy-carrying channels). Chinese doctors used the term “Qi” (pronounced “chee”) to describe the energy that flows through meridians. Illness is caused by a disruption of Qi, which leads to an imbalance of energy. Acupuncture can correct this energy disruption.
“Acupuncture was the answer to my pain.”
This is the story I often hear from clients. People with chronic pain, migraines or pain due to the side effects of cancer often try acupuncture seeking relief when nothing else has worked. Acupuncture is now approved by the FDA for pain reduction and pain management.
What Should I Expect?
How to prepare for treatment?
Complete all paperwork prior to arriving for your session. Contact your practitioner if you are unable to complete online paperwork for any reason.
Eat a light meal or snack no more than 2 hours prior to treatment.
Maintain hydration throughout the day of treatment.
Wear clothing that can be rolled up to the knees and elbows, or bring a change of clothing (shorts, tank top).
Avoid consumption of alcohol or excessive amounts of caffeine prior to and following your treatment.
Bring a complete list of medications, supplements and vitamins to your first appointment.
What Happens During Treatment?
After your condition is discussed, the acupuncturist will examine you for reactive areas to determine which points to use.
Needles?
Acupuncture needles are sterile, pre-packaged, disposable, and hair-thin. The needles are placed at various depths, ranging from a fraction of an inch to two inches. After the needles are inserted and stimulated, they stay in place from a few minutes up to 20 minutes.
How does it feel?
You may feel a slight prick when the needle is inserted, but it is much less than the prick you feel during an injection since the needles are much thinner. You may feel a heaviness, numbness, tingling, or mild soreness after the needles have been inserted.
When Will I Feel Better?
Clients often feel better after one treatment but to heal the impact of years of dis-ease in the body clients will need a treatment plan. combined with other modalies as an overall health plan