Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture

Many people are torn between using traditional, conventional methods and modern ways when it comes to being healthy. Acupuncture is traditional that can help you alleviate your pain and relax your body at the same time. Here are some of the frequently asked questions about it to give you more information.

• Can acupuncture help even if one is already healthy? – YES! Many patients enjoy undergoing acupuncture for maintenance treatments to stay in tip-top shape. This method is a powerful preventive measure to keep one healthy.
• How many treatments will one need? – one course is around ten to twelve sessions depending on your overall health and condition.
• How frequently spaced are the visits and treatments? – depending on the condition, minimum is once or twice a week for sever conditions and, once improved, once or twice a month.
• Are the needles being used safe? – Acupuncturists use sterile, disposable needles. The needles are used once and are disposed appropriately after.
• Does acupuncture hurt? – many do not consider acupuncture as a painful procedure. Some will feel a slight sensation while the needle is inserted and others feel nothing at all.

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