FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
what is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine, single use stainless steel needles into predetermined points on the body for theraputic effect.
Acupuncture is an element of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
what is cupping?
Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being.
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture can treat a range of conditions including: nausea, indigestion and gut problems, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, stress, depression, headaches and migraines, menstrual problems, musculoskeletal problems and fertility issues.
Does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture doesn’t usually cause discomfort or pain however some may experience a slight pinch as the needle enters the skin.
Acupuncture needles are much smaller than needles used to give injections or take blood. The needles are sterile stainless steel with a diameter of between 0.25 mm and 0.45 mm, this is roughly the same thickness as a human hair.
how many sessions of acupuncture will i need?
A course of acupuncture will be prescribed based on the presenting condition. Long standing conditions may take longer to treat than conditions of a shorter duration. Some patients respond quicker than others to treatment based on the body’s ability to heal itself and how well they respond to the therapy.
What should i expect from my first consultation?
New patients are scheduled for 1 hour and 15 minutes. This allows for a full case history to be taken. Acupuncture is a holistic approach which looks to treat the route cause of the problem and not just the symptoms so a thorough history may provide relevant information.
If possible, you should wear loose comfortable clothing to allow for needles to be placed on lower legs and lower arms.
You are likely to feel relaxed after your session and you may feel tired. This is a normal reaction, particularily if you haven’t had acupuncture before.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
what is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine, single use stainless steel needles into predetermined points on the body for theraputic effect.
Acupuncture is an element of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
what is cupping?
Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being.
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture can treat a range of conditions including: nausea, indigestion and gut problems, irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety, stress, depression, headaches and migraines, menstrual problems, musculoskeletal problems and fertility issues.
Does acupuncture hurt ?
Acupuncture doesn’t usually cause discomfort or pain however some may experience a slight pinch as the needle enters the skin.
Acupuncture needles are much smaller than needles used to give injections or take blood. The needles are sterile stainless steel with a diameter of between 0.25 mm and 0.45 mm, this is roughly the same thickness as a human hair.
how many sessions of acupuncture will i need?
A course of acupuncture will be prescribed based on the presenting condition. Long standing conditions may take longer to treat than conditions of a shorter duration. Some patients respond quicker than others to treatment based on the body’s ability to heal itself and how well they respond to the therapy.
What should i expect from my first consultation?
New patients are scheduled for 1 hour and 15 minutes. This allows for a full case history to be taken. Acupuncture is a holistic approach which looks to treat the route cause of the problem and not just the symptoms so a thorough history may provide relevant information.
If possible, you should wear loose comfortable clothing to allow for needles to be placed on lower legs and lower arms.
You are likely to feel relaxed after your session and you may feel tired. This is a normal reaction, particularily if you haven’t had acupuncture before.