Frequently Asked Questions
Does Acupuncture really work? Can it help me?
Simply put; yes it can. Acupuncture works extremely well in 85% of cases, moderately well in the next 10% and the remaining 5% very little.
What does acupuncture treat? How many treatments will I need?
Acupuncture treats practically every condition because it treats the symptoms.People respond to acupuncture in different ways and over different time frames. Generally improvements occur by the 4th or 5th treatment. A course of acupuncture is 10 treatments.
What about needles?
All acupuncture needles are sterile and disposable.
Does acupuncture hurt?
You may experience a slight prick as the needle penetrates the skin but this is very mild and some people do not feel anything.
What do I wear?
Generally loose comfortable clothing is best.
Are there any side effects?
Acupuncture treatments are very gentle and safe. Most people feel relaxed and peaceful after treatments and look forward to their next appointment. Sometimes some minor redness or bruising can present at the site of the needle.
Simply put; yes it can. Acupuncture works extremely well in 85% of cases, moderately well in the next 10% and the remaining 5% very little.
What does acupuncture treat? How many treatments will I need?
Acupuncture treats practically every condition because it treats the symptoms.People respond to acupuncture in different ways and over different time frames. Generally improvements occur by the 4th or 5th treatment. A course of acupuncture is 10 treatments.
What about needles?
All acupuncture needles are sterile and disposable.
Does acupuncture hurt?
You may experience a slight prick as the needle penetrates the skin but this is very mild and some people do not feel anything.
What do I wear?
Generally loose comfortable clothing is best.
Are there any side effects?
Acupuncture treatments are very gentle and safe. Most people feel relaxed and peaceful after treatments and look forward to their next appointment. Sometimes some minor redness or bruising can present at the site of the needle.
