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Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese modality used for thousand years in treating many health conditions internally and externally. During the treatment, a very fine sterile needle inserted into specific points in the body along meridian pathways. The needles stimulate the points to rebalance the movement of body’s energy, or qi, and prompt the body self-healing ability to release natural chemicals to fight the illness. Points are selected according to the specific pattern of disharmony presented.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of common illnesses including:
The World Health Organization Interregional Seminar compiled the above list of illnesses that may benefit from acupuncture treatment. The list is only a partial list and is based on clinical experience and not necessarily on controlled clinical research. The inclusion of specific diseases are not meant to indicate the extent of acupuncture’s efficacy in treatment, since all conditions may vary in severity and response.
Sources: 1. NIH, Acupuncture, Nov. 3–5, 1997, Vol. 15, No. 52. World Health Organization. Viewpoint on Acupuncture. Geneva, Switzerland: World Health Organization, 1979.
Acupuncture needles are tiny hair-thin and they are inserted gently. It's nothing like getting a needle at the doctor's office. While each person experiences acupuncture differently, some patients note either a dull sensation or slight pinch as the needles are inserted. Some don't feel anything. Most people feel relaxed and often falling asleep during the treatment.
Make sure to eat something and are hydrated within a few hours before getting acupuncture. After the treatment, you should avoid strenuous exercise, swimming, caffeine, alcohol, junk food, cold food/drinks, cold/damp environment and should wait about 3 hours before taking a shower.
We recommend you wear loose and comfortable clothing for your acupuncture session. We have disposable paper gowns and shorts available. You are very welcome to bring in your own shorts.
Everyone’s condition is unique. After your first treatment you will start to feel the effects of acupuncture. You should generally expect to see improvements in the first three sessions.
The frequency of visits depends on the nature of your condition and the response you have to treatment. Typically, we suggest two times a week for the first few weeks to stabilize the condition and then once a week for the duration of the treatment plan.
Yes, we accept insurance. We are Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare/VA in-network provider; out-of-network with BlueCross BlueShield. Please provide us your insurance information. So, we can verify your insurance coverage for you and will let you know the details of your coverage within 1-2 business days. All payment is due at the time of visit until coverage is verified.
Payment is due at the time of service. You are welcome to pay with cash, credit/debit cards, and FSA/HSA.
Appointments can be changed or cancelled with no fee up to 24 hours in advance. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours of the appointment will be charged the full price of the appointment. PATIENTS WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE APPOINTMENT FEE FOR ANY MISSED APPOINTMENTS OR NON-EMERGENCY LATE CANCELLATIONS. Cancellation fees will not apply to patients cancelling last minute due to COVID-19 symptoms.
Please leave extra time for travel. If you are late for your appointment, we will do our best to fit you in.