What to Expect from your Acupuncturist

  • Information about your health will be collected by asking, palpitating, looking at your tongue and feeling your pulse.
  • A diagnosis will be given based on the theories of traditional Chinese medicine.
  • Very fine needles will be inserted into some chosen points.
  • Appropriate herbs will be provided when necessary.
  • Treatment periods are designed to remedy each individual's unique problems.
  • For most chronic conditions, once a week or twice a week treatment for the first couples of weeks, then once a month or every other month for the maintenance until you are satisfied with the results.