About Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a treatment methodology in which needles are used to encourage the body to promote natural healing. It is recognized by the WHO (World Health Organization) to be effective in treating 28 conditions, although evidence indicates it may have an effective therapeutic value for many more.
Benefits of Acupuncture
Reduces pain
Improves sleep
Releases stress
Boosts energy
Improves focus and concentration
Stimulates the immune system
Helps with weight loss by aiding the digestive system
Reduces inflammation
Helps with thyroid dysfunction
Helps in liver and kidney disease
Aids in autoimmune diseases
Supports infertility treatments and all stages of pregnancy
Regulates hormone levels
Reduces osteoarthritis pain
Decreases inflammation
Treatment Pricing
Initial Acupuncture Office Visit: $200.00
60 min. Office Visit: $140.00
90 min. Office Visit: $180.00
60 min. Home Visit: $400.00
90 min. Home Visit: $500.00
If you purchase a 10 sessions for $1400 ($140/session), you will get 1 session for you and 1 session for a friend for FREE (valued at $280). That’s 12 acupuncture or massage sessions for the price of 10! You'll have the gift of 'awakening' up your sleeve for someone special.
Acupuncture Frequently Asked Questions
Is acupuncture safe?
Acupuncture is extremely safe! We only use one-time needles. While acupuncture usually does not hurt, after a treatment, it is possible to have minor soreness or bruising at the needle sites.
How deep do the needles go?
The needle depth varies depending on location and what is being treated. Generally, the needles are inserted approximately ¼- to ½-inch deep but might go much deeper depending on the body part.
Is there anything to avoid before and after acupuncture treatment?
Avoid caffeine, alcohol and drugs (recreational) before receiving acupuncture. Cold showers and baths are not recommended for 24 hours after the treatment, but in general, on the day of acupuncture treatment, it is best to rest and allow the body to continue the healing the treatment provided.
Does acupuncture treatment hurt?
Mostly acupuncture does not hurt. There may be a dull or a sharp sensation at the time of insertion in some points, but once the needles are in most patients go to sleep. Women will often be more sensitive right before their cycles.
Do acupuncture needles have medicine in them?
Needles used for acupuncture are typically stainless-steel, disposable needles that do not have medicine in them. They are hair thin; much thinner than hypodermic needles used for injections.
How long does the treatment take?
An initial visit for acupuncture includes a consultation and a treatment, this will usually take between 60-75 minutes. Subsequent visits are 60 minutes long. Acupuncture needles are left in place for 40 minutes for best results. Cupping and electro-acupuncture will be included in the session if the practitioner sees fit and is included in the price. Herbal Medicine is provided at an additional cost.
Can you treat more than one condition at a time?
In Chinese Medicine we look at the body as a whole and if one part is out, often it is because a number of things are going on. Therefore, multiple conditions are addressed at the same time
Are there different styles of acupuncture? If so, which style do you perform?
There are many different styles of acupuncture. I studied and currently practice Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM is the most common style and all acupuncture styles have TCM as their foundation. I also incorporate auricular (ear) and scalp therapy in my treatments, as well as Master Tung points and sometimes Japanese style for sensitive patients.
How many sessions do you recommend?
Everyone responds to acupuncture differently, but the majority of people will experience results in one to three treatments. As a general rule, chronic conditions will take longer to see full results. With acute conditions you may only need a couple of sessions but with chronic conditions you may need a number of sessions close together and as the patient starts feeling better we start spacing the sessions out, ultimately getting to a goal of maintenance, which would be one or twice per month.
HEALING YOUR GUT WITH ACUPUNCTURE
