FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A treatment plan is suggested based on the severity and chronicity of your main complaint or discomfort.

In general, there are 3 phases of treatment:

Acute phase (1 to 3 times a week)
Maintenance phase (once a week)
Prevention phase (1 to 2 times a month)

You may require more frequent or spaced-out treatments. However, in most cases, you will already begin to feel a positive response to your condition after the first few treatments.

At first, when the needle enters the surface of the body — in the more superficial layers of the skin — you won’t feel anything. When the needle reaches the acupuncture point, you should experience a significant sensation, known as “Deqi” (pronounced “detchi” in correct Mandarin).

This sensation can spread along a specific path, radiate, or cause a mild local tingling or numbness.

These are expected sensations during acupuncture, but they are controlled and anticipated by a professional who knows what they are doing and what they aim to achieve with your treatment.
It’s important to note that some patients who are more accustomed to acupuncture find the experience quite relaxing and may even fall asleep during the session.

The needles are typically made of stainless steel (some acupuncturists use needles made of silver or gold due to their specific properties).
They are also very fine (ranging from 0.25mm to 0.30mm), highly flexible, sterilised, and, most importantly, for SINGLE USE ONLY, being disposed of after removal.
We are certified by a medical waste disposal company that collects all materials for incineration on a monthly basis.

As a rule, the patient does not keep the needles and is not required to purchase their own, leaving the responsibility of selecting the best needles for each patient to the acupuncturist.

The first thing to know about acupuncture is that it has nothing to do with getting an injection. The needles are much finer (just slightly thicker than a hair). They are far more flexible, and in most cases, the patient doesn’t even feel the needle entering the skin.

The acupuncture points selected are determined by the Acupuncture Specialist based on the diagnosis and treatment plan. They are not chosen randomly.

Each point lies along specific pathways in the body known as meridians or channels (referred to as Jing Luo in Chinese medical theory). There are about 50 different types of these channels, which run through the body from top to bottom, front to back, head to limbs, etc.
The acupuncture points have a well-described anatomical location, but the exact placement of some points may vary from person to person.

It’s advisable to have a light meal before the consultation. A small snack is usually enough.
Wear comfortable, loose clothing, as you often won’t need to undress completely. Many issues can be treated through points on the arms and legs, back, and abdomen.

It depends entirely on you.
The reactions to the treatment don’t prevent you from doing these activities; some people feel a bit drowsy, while others feel more energetic. It depends on each individual’s constitution and health condition.

Our specialists are more than accustomed to explaining this concern. Most people tolerate the insertion of the needles with relative ease, as they are extremely thin and flexible, and you can hardly feel them being inserted.

We also offer other techniques for stimulating acupuncture points, such as moxibustion (thermal therapy), auriculotherapy, tapping, herbal plaster application, therapeutic Tuina massage, cupping, and gua sha.

Very few.
For example, acupuncture is not recommended locally for individuals with a swollen arm due to the removal of lymph nodes following breast cancer surgery. Similarly, if you have a blood clotting disorder and take anticoagulants, you should mention your medication, as you may bleed a little more.
Acupuncture should also not be performed if you are intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.

Yes.
In fact, it can even be highly beneficial. Acupuncture stimulates the immune system and enhances your response to a viral or bacterial infection that may be causing your symptoms.
You will also be recommended strategies to reduce fever, as well as ways to manage uncomfortable symptoms (sneezing, excessive tearing, a runny nose, muscle pain) through self-massage, teas, and foods that are proven in Chinese Medicine to help with these conditions.

Currently, our clinic does not have agreements with insurance companies.

Please contact your insurance provider to check if your policy covers this type of treatment.

Some insurers may require a document verifying the treatments you are receiving, along with the corresponding invoices.