F A Q   about   Acupuncture  

1.      Are there any side effects of acupuncture?                    

                                  The risks of acupuncture are low if you have a competent, certified acupuncture practitioner using sterile needles. Common side effects include soreness and minor bleeding or bruising where the needles were inserted. Single-use, disposable needles are now the practice standard, so the risk of infection is minimal.

2. What conditions can be treated with acupuncture?                    

                                   Acupuncture is used to treat many different diseases, disorders and pain conditions. Common ailments that respond well to acupuncture include: tendinitis, arthritis, headache, chronic, pain, chronic fatigue syndrome, respiratory disorders, skin problems, dysmenorrhea and digestive disorders.

3. What are the benefits of acupuncture?

                                  Top 10 Benefits of Acupuncture includes reduced stress, reduced back pain, reduced neck tension and relieve of joint pain, improved immune system, fewer sick days, enhanced mental clarity, increased energy, relief from digestive conditions and allergy relief.

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4. How long do the effects of acupuncture last?                                  

                                  Some may actually experience benefit after the first treatment. Each session may last 30 minutes to an hour, with the needles being retained for 15 minutes or so. Depending on the condition being treated, the patient may need anywhere from two to six sessions.

5. Is acupuncture ever dangerous?

                                 Out of millions who receive treatment annually, the agency reports receiving only a few complaints per year about complications from acupuncture. There are potential risks if a patient has a bleeding disorder or takes blood thinners. Bleeding, bruising, and soreness may occur at the insertion sites, but there are nearly no major concerns.

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6. What is the average cost of acupuncture treatments in USA?

                               Typical costs: Fees for an initial visit range from $80 to $120 for an acupuncture session and medical consultation. Routine visits cost $60 to $90.

7. How to Take Care of Yourself After an Acupuncture Treatment  

                                Rest, you don't have to literally lie down or take a nap (although, bonus if you can)  

                                Go light on exercise.  

                                Keep yourself warm.

                                Avoid alcohol and coffee.

                                Turn off the TV. Basically, use electronics less frequently.

                                Eat nutritious food. Support your body while it's fighting the diseases.

8. What does acupuncture do to your body?

                              Acupuncture therapy can release blocked qi in the body and stimulate function, evoking the body's natural healing response through various physiological systems. ... By stimulating the body's various systems, acupuncture can help to resolve pain and improve sleep, digestive function, and sense of well-being.

9. What do you wear to acupuncture?

                              You should wear loose, comfortable clothing. The most commonly used acupuncture points are on the lower legs and arms, back, and abdomen, so pants loose enough to roll up to the knee are helpful. Loose clothing enables the practitioner to have easy access, especially to your arms or elbows, legs or knees!

10. How often should I have acupuncture treatments?

                             The number of treatments required depends on each person's condition and response to acupuncture. One acupuncture session does not usually result in relief of pain. One or two sessions a week for five to six weeks is the normal course of treatment.

11. How does acupuncture relieve pain?

                           Traditional Chinese acupuncture involves the insertion of extremely fine needles into the skin at specific "acupoints." This may relieve pain by releasing endorphins, the body's natural pain-killing chemicals, and by affecting the part of the brain that governs serotonin, a brain chemical involved with mood. 

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