FAQs
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Contrary to what people may think, acupuncture needles produce little to no discomfort when done professionally. They are as thin and soft as human hair.
We only use high-quality, disposable needles imported from South Korea or Japan for your safety and comfort.
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Although the effect can vary slightly from person to person, 95% of our patients notice a positive change during or after their first session. For chronic conditions, acupuncture delivers gradual and steady improvement with regular treatment.
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We design a customized treatment plan for each individual based on the condition's chronicity, current state of health, age, past surgeries, medications, lifestyle, etc.
In general, acute conditions take 1-3 sessions to have great results. Chronic conditions require 5+ sessions to improve significantly, and maintenance sessions are needed to prevent relapses.
Combining acupuncture with Herbal medicine can greatly accelerate the healing process.
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Wear wide, loose pants or bring shorts with you.
Leave the tongue un-brushed on the day of your treatment. Tongue coating provides valuable clinical information.
Wear minimal or no make-up to your appointment. The face reflects the state of health.
Avoid drinking coffee on the day of your appointment. Caffeine triggers hypersensitivities during an acupuncture treatment.
Stay hydrated and eat a snack before your appointment.
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No, dry needling is not the same as acupuncture, and it is not performed by licensed acupuncturists with Traditional Chinese Medicine knowledge and training.
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Acupressure does not deliver the clinical results as acupuncture does. Doing Acupressure does not require a license or training in the US.