Yes! Always let your acupuncturist know if you are or could be pregnant. This changes your treatment plan as there are some areas of the body that are contraindicated to needling during pregnancy. Acupuncture is a practical, drug-free way to treat many pregnancy-related concerns. Below you can find what is [...]
Fill out the intake form that is sent to you when you book. This allows the clinician to better understand you and your concerns; Wear comfortable clothing. This allows easier access to acupuncture points. Your clinician might ask you to remove some clothing as well; Eat a small meal 1-3 [...]
Acupuncture should not be painful. You will feel a slight prick upon needle insertion but nothing should feel continuously sharp, painful, or like it’s taking your breath away. Normal sensations are often described as a dull ache or heaviness around the area of the needle. Your acupuncturist will check in [...]
Acupuncture's benefits are wide-reaching. The main goal of acupuncture is to restore the body's homeostasis which is why people find it helpful for so many conditions. Some of the most common treatment concerns include: Infertility or struggles while trying to conceive, Digestive issues such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating, lack of [...]
Thin, single-use needles are inserted into carefully selected points on the body. The stimulation of these points has been shown to change the way the brain perceives pain by releasing chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. Acupuncture has also been proven to reduce inflammation, increase circulation to reproductive [...]