FAQ

Everyone is different. Acute problems like a sore throat, sinus congestion, and pain can be resolved in a single session -- even during the session. With chronic problems, significant results will more likely occur within 4-6 treatments.

The total number of treatments needed depends upon:

1. the severity of the person's condition
2. how long the condition has existed
3. the overall state of health, energy and motivation of the patient
4. the patient's participation in the healing processing (e.g., changing eating habits, making lifestyle changes, etc.)

Usually the first visit is the longest in order to allow for a complete history taking and exam - typically one and one-half hours. Follow-up visits are shorter, usually 30 to 45 minutes, depending on patient needs. Sometimes other therapies, such as moxibustion, acupressure/massage and exercises are incorporated with the acupuncture treatment.