faq

Insertion of needles near nerve beds and vessels stimulates the brain to reactivate the healing process and accelerate recovery by releasing chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. It helps secrete endorphins, which put the body into a state of full relaxation, enabling its natural healing capabilities. Latest studies show that the tip of the needles has a negative electric charge, which helps induce an electron flow from the positively charged, inflamed tissues near the insertion area. The needles also trigger better communication of different body parts by creating inductive pathways within the myofascial network. Regular acupuncture treatments are highly preventive in avoiding health issues and very helpful in ensuring a quality aging process. I teach and demonstrate simple qigong routines to address our patients’ needs and enhance our treatments.

You must complete the intake form and sign the consent upon arrival. The consultation will last 30-45 minutes, during which we will inquire about your medical history, lifestyle, and habits to diagnose the pattern and identify the possible root cause effectively. It will be followed by your first treatment, which usually lasts around 1 hour and involves palpation of specific body parts and the insertion of needles at related points.

You can typically expect to see positive results with your condition after two or three treatments in most cases. For chronic conditions, the overall treatment process can last several months. With acute disorders, it is usually twice weekly for two weeks and then weekly or biweekly follow-up treatments depending on the prognosis. Generally, a treatment cycle consists of 8-10 treatments. For individuals with severe chronic issues, the treatment may need to be extended to 3 cycles, with one-month breaks between each cycle.

The sensation of the insertion is not any different than a mosquito bite since the filiform acupuncture needles are even finer than hair. You may experience some warmth, tingling, or an electric-like sensation, which is desired to deliver neurological impulses to the brain, ensuring the efficacy of the treatment. It may involve as few as four needle insertions for one treatment and as many as 25-30 needles, depending on the patient’s condition.

Please bring a pair of shorts for your convenience, since thighs are of utmost importance for our style of acupuncture. A tank top is always a good idea, even though you will be provided with a medical gown before the session.

Please confirm with your insurance provider whether you are covered under an acupuncture plan and inquire about any coverage limitations. We direct bill all insurance companies, including Veterans Affairs and MVA cases.