Q: Does acupuncture hurt?
A: Treatment with acupuncture is generally very soothing and many patients are so relaxed that they fall asleep on the table. Patients often report a sensation known as 'De Qi', or the arrival of energy, which is commonly felt as a dull distending ache when the needle is first inserted.

Q: What is acupuncture effective in treating?
A: Chronic and Acute Pain, Menstrual Disorders, Pregnancy Related Conditions, Injuries-Sprains-Strains, Digestive Ailments, Fatigue, Anxiety, Depression, PMS and PMDD, allergies, metabolic conditions, hypertension and a host of other ailments.

Q: How many sessions will it take to see results?
A: A single course of treatment with acupuncture is between 6-10 sessions, with the number of courses varying based on the condition. An acupuncture tune-up is recommended for those wishing to work on a preventive level and can be performed at the change of each season.