Acupuncture has been effectively applied in the treatment of:
- headaches
- chronic back pain
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- neck pain and stiffness
- tension headaches
- peripheral joint osteoarthritis
- arthritis and bursitis
- digestive disorders
- skin conditions
- smoking cessation
- chronic sinusitis
- tendinitis
- whiplash
Acupuncture Safety
What Happens in an Acupuncture Treatment?
During the treatment you will be asked to lie down, either face-up, face-down or on your side, depending on where the treatment is to be applied. Single-use disposable sterile needles are inserted one by one by the acupuncturist.
During acupuncture treatment, the acupuncturist inserts many very thin needles through your skin at specific points of the body to encourage natural healing, reduce or relieve pain and restore the body’s balance by improving energy flow and function. For most people the procedure is painless, or produces only mild sensation.
Typically patients will feel the needles but with little or no pain, at least initially. An aching sensation is sometimes reported when the needle reaches the right depth. Sometimes the needles are heated or stimulated with electricity after insertion. Once inserted, the needles are left in place for a short period of time (about twenty minutes) while you relax and let the treatment do its work.
Other acupuncture-related treatments may also be applied including acupressure, heat application, and electrical stimulation.
An acupuncture treatment course typically involves several weekly or biweekly treatments for up to 12 sessions.
