Frequently Asked Questions

Does it hurt? 

Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, about the diameter of hair. Most of the time you won't feel the insertion, other times you may feel a sensation as they are inserted, something akin to a mosquito bite. Once all the needles are in though, you should not feel any discomfort.

 

How many sessions do I need?

This is highly dependent on the condition being addressed and the individual. Two people coming in with the exact same condition can have widely varying experiences. 

Similar to taking a medication, 1 pill is not as effective as taking a medication over a period of time for the effects to be felt. Acupuncture treatments also work cumulatively over a length of time. Each treatment building upon the previous one.  An average course of treatment varies between 5 to 10 sessions, usually spaced out at least 1x week for the 1st month. It'll only be after your first treatment that I can better assess how your body responds and how many sessions I'd recommend. 

 

What can acupuncture treat?

Here are just a few symptoms that Chinese Medicine has been known to treat:

  • Stress

  • Fatigue

  • Chronic Colds (Immune System Boosting)

  • Acute & Chronic Pain (Muscle Pain & Weakness, Arthritis, Sciatica, Shingles Pain)

  • Emotional Issues (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Insomnia, Lack of Motivation)

  • Respiratory Issues (Allergies, Asthma, VOG)

  • Skin Issues (Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Hives) 

  • Gynecological Issues (Menstrual Pain, PMS, Irregular Cycles, Infertility, Menopause)

  • Pregnancy (Morning Sickness, Labor Induction, Breech Baby)

  • Digestive Issues (Constipation, Diarrhea, Acid Reflux, Abdominal Pain)

  • Addiction (Smoking, Alcohol)

  • Migraines & Headaches

  • Weight Loss

  • TMJ