WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE?
Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing modalities used to treat various physical, mental and emotional conditions. Acupuncture practitioners use thin, sterile needles inserted superficially into specific areas of the body in order to initiate healing and promote health.
WHAT DOES ACUPUNCTURE TREAT?
Acupuncture treats a number of issues including;
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions about a condition not listed above.
DOES ACUPUNCTURE HURT?
Acupuncture needles are very thin, about the width of two hairs. There are certain sensations associated with acupuncture which may include heaviness, tingling, slight cramping or electric, traveling sensations. If any discomfort is experienced, it is usually mild and temporary. Most people are deeply relaxed and even fall asleep once all points are placed.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I COME?
In general, the body responds more quickly to frequent acupuncture treatments. Once your condition is stabilized, you won’t need to come in as frequently. When you come in for your first treatment, we will discuss a specific treatment plan for you.
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW FOR MY INITIAL VISIT?
Be sure to eat a light meal before arriving – don’t arrive on an empty stomach. Try to avoid caffeine or pain medication several hours before you come. Please bring a list of any medications or supplements you are currently taking.
It is also advised that you do not schedule any over-exerting physical activities after the treatment, since the acupuncture effects will continue even after removal of the needles.
DOES INSURANCE COVER ACUPUNCTURE?
Extended health benefits vary from plan to plan. Coverage for acupuncture is typically between 70-100%. Please check your benefits booklet or contact your insurance provider for the specifics of your plan. Please note, we do not bill insurance companies. You will be asked to pay us directly at the time of treatment and then follow up with your insurance company for reimbursement.
Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing modalities used to treat various physical, mental and emotional conditions. Acupuncture practitioners use thin, sterile needles inserted superficially into specific areas of the body in order to initiate healing and promote health.
WHAT DOES ACUPUNCTURE TREAT?
Acupuncture treats a number of issues including;
- Abdominal pain, Addiction control, Anxiety, Arthritis, Asthma
- Back/neck pain, Blood pressure, Bronchitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Chronic fatigue, Common cold, Constipation
- Depression, Diarrhea, Disc Herniation
- Epicondylitis and Elbow Pain
- Fibromyalgia, Foot Pain, Frozen Shoulder
- GERD, Golfer’s Elbow, Groin or Pelvis Pain
- Headaches, Heel Spur, Hip Pain, Hyperacidity
- IBS, Immunity, Indigestion, Infertility, Insomnia
- Joint Degeneration, Joint Instability, Joint Pain
- Knee Injury/Pain, Knee Meniscal Tears
- Menopause, Migraines, Muscle cramping/pain/weakness
- Neurosis, Numbness
- Parkinson’s disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Poor vision, Postoperative pain, PMS
- Sciatica, Sinusitis, Stress, Stroke
- Tendonitis, Tinnitis, TMJ, Tonsillitis, Toothache
- Vertigo
- Whiplash, Wrist Pain
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions about a condition not listed above.
DOES ACUPUNCTURE HURT?
Acupuncture needles are very thin, about the width of two hairs. There are certain sensations associated with acupuncture which may include heaviness, tingling, slight cramping or electric, traveling sensations. If any discomfort is experienced, it is usually mild and temporary. Most people are deeply relaxed and even fall asleep once all points are placed.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I COME?
In general, the body responds more quickly to frequent acupuncture treatments. Once your condition is stabilized, you won’t need to come in as frequently. When you come in for your first treatment, we will discuss a specific treatment plan for you.
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW FOR MY INITIAL VISIT?
Be sure to eat a light meal before arriving – don’t arrive on an empty stomach. Try to avoid caffeine or pain medication several hours before you come. Please bring a list of any medications or supplements you are currently taking.
It is also advised that you do not schedule any over-exerting physical activities after the treatment, since the acupuncture effects will continue even after removal of the needles.
DOES INSURANCE COVER ACUPUNCTURE?
Extended health benefits vary from plan to plan. Coverage for acupuncture is typically between 70-100%. Please check your benefits booklet or contact your insurance provider for the specifics of your plan. Please note, we do not bill insurance companies. You will be asked to pay us directly at the time of treatment and then follow up with your insurance company for reimbursement.
