FAQs
Q: What is acupuncture?
A: Acupuncture is one of the modalities of Oriental Medicine, usually consisting of the insertion of fine needles into the body.
Q: What problems can be treated?
A: The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture’s effectiveness for more than 40 common health and mental problems, disorders, and addictions.
Q: How does acupuncture work?
A: Modern western medicine cannot yet explain exactly how acupuncture works, but ancient Chinese theories explain how acupuncture can adjust and regulate the flow of Qi in the body.
Q: Is acupuncture safe?
A: When performed by fully trained and licensed professionals, it is very safe. Also, there are often fewer side effects compared to traditional medicine.
Q: Does acupuncture hurt?
A: Acupuncture needles are typically not much thicker than a hair, and their insertion is practically painless.
Q: How many treatments will I need?
A: This will depend on the duration, severity, and nature of your complaint. You can discuss this with your acupuncturist.
Q: What should I do before treatment?
A: Wear loose-fitting clothes, stay hydrated, avoid intense exercise, and avoid treatment when you are excessively fatigued, full, hungry, emotionally upset, or shortly after sex.
Q:What can I expect after treatment?
A: Some patients often experience dramatic results after the first treatment. Others notice a major reduction in symptoms several days post-treatment.
If you have further questions about any of our treatments, please contact us. We are happy to help.
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