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Frequently asked questions
Acupuncture & Massage
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Your first visit starts with a conversation about your health history, symptoms, and wellness goals. We may also check your pulse and look at your tongue to help guide your care. From there, we build a treatment plan that fits you. Most visits last about 45 minutes to 2 hours, and the first consultation usually takes 15 to 30 minutes.
Acupuncture can be done at any time.
Patients are advised not to eat unusually large meals before or after treatment, and it is suggested to have a light snack about an hour before treatment.
It is best to avoid alcohol or sedatives for 4-6 hours prior to treatment.
Pain medications may be taken as prescribed by your primary physician.
Between visits, take note of any changes that may have occurred, such as the alleviation of pain, pain moving to other areas, or changes in the frequency and type of problems.
If possible, a short rest after treatment is desirable, but not essential.
Some patients feel unusually relaxed and prefer to plan activities accordingly.
Strength exercise is not recommended immediately after treatment.
For painful conditions, avoid strenuous activity for at least 24 hours after treatment.
Alcohol and ideally caffeine and cigarettes, should be avoided for at least 2 hours.
Medication as directed by your physician maybe taken as required.
The number of acupuncture sessions varies for each person. Some feel relief after just one session, while others with complex or long-standing issues may need 1-2 sessions per week initially. Acute problems often require fewer visits. Many patients continue treatments to maintain overall well-being. We'll discuss a personalized treatment plan during your first visit.
Acupuncture is a natural, drug-free therapy that stimulates your body's self-healing abilities and enhances vitality. It can help with muscle, bone, and nerve pain, improve digestion, boost your immune system, and increase stamina. Acupuncture also promotes relaxation and reduces stress, making it a great choice for overall well-being. It's safe to use alongside conventional medicine and works well as a preventive treatment.
Acupuncture is part of the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). TCM is a system of healthcare that has evolved over thousands of years to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. TCM believes that the body's vital energy, called qi (pronounced chi), flows along specific channels or meridians. If the qi is balanced then the person has spiritual, emotional, and physical health. But when the qi isn't in balance, disease may occur. Qi can be blocked, causing unbalance between the yin and yang. This refers to two opposite but connected principles in Chinese philosophy TCM uses many approaches to create harmony between yin and yang and restore correct flow of energy through the meridians. One of these approaches is acupuncture. Acupuncturists believe the human body has more than 2,000 acupuncture points. They are linked through the various meridians. The use of acupuncture on certain points within the meridians is believed to improve the flow of blocked or stagnant qi. Acupuncture can unblock these meridians. This restores movement of qi and improves health.
You should skip massage if you have a fever, a contagious illness like a cold or flu, are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or have acute severe pain, an active blood clot, or an open wound. If you’re pregnant, have cancer, a blood disorder, take certain medications, or have severe osteoporosis, check with your doctor before booking.
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