Question 1

What can I expect during my first appointment?

Accepted Answer

In Chinese Medicine, we look at your whole being to help us determine our course of treatment. Acupuncturists ask questions you have probably not been asked by other health care providers. The answers to these questions, along with feeling your pulse and looking at your tongue, help us create a treatment plan specific to you.
 
We will discuss your treatment plan so you know how we plan to move forward with your care. This treatment plan will likely include weekly acupuncture sessions, herbal formulas, and suggestions around supplements, diet, and lifestyle changes. You can plan on comfortably relaxing during your acupuncture treatment for approximately 30-45 minutes. Your first appointment lasts about 90 minutes overall.  All follow-up sessions are for one hour.

Question 2

Does acupuncture hurt?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture needles are hair-thin and they are inserted gently and shallowly. While each person experiences acupuncture differently, most people feel only a minimal amount of sensation as the needles are inserted. Once the needles are in place, most of our patients tell us that they experience a feeling of relaxation and wellbeing that lasts for many hours after the treatment.
 
Acupuncture treatments are based on the idea that all areas of body are interconnected. That means that even when working on reproductive issues, needles are not placed into the reproductive organ areas. Most of the points are located from the elbows down, the knees down, and on the back and abdomen above the pubic bone.

Question 3

How can I prepare for my acupuncture treatment?

Accepted Answer

The best way to prepare is to eat a snack or a light meal before treatment so the body has sufficient energy to work with. You will be provided with a cozy robe to wear during your treatment that will allow access to all the areas of the body needed for treatment — mainly your arms, legs, and belly. After treatment we recommend you drink a glass of water to help stabilize your energy.

Question 4

How many acupuncture treatments will I need?

Accepted Answer

Because everyone is unique that answer varies, person to person. Saying that, ....

Question 5

Do you bill insurance for acupuncture treatments?

Accepted Answer

We do not process insurance in-house; however, we are happy to provide you with a receipt that has the necessary coding for you to submit to your provider for reimbursement. We recommend checking with your insurance company to see if you are covered for acupuncture and, if so, what specific conditions your insurance company covers acupuncture for.

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