In general, complex or long standing conditions, such as pain of many years, will require one to two treatments a week for several months. Treatments will often be spaced increasingly far apart as response develops and holds. Acute problems, such as sprains, usually require fewer visits. Some people like to return for 4 treatments per year with season changes, to maintain benefits and support general health. Specific recommendations for number and frequency of treatments are made on an individual basis following detailed review of your condition, and ongoing evaluation of your response.
People experience acupuncture differently.
Most feel only minimal pain as needles are placed, others feel no pain. Once the needles are in position, they should not be painful. If a needle is causing pain, ask that the needle be checked for repositioning. After needles are placed you may feel tingling, warmth, dull ache, numbness, or heaviness, either locally or in a part of the body distant from the needle. Needles are sometimes connected to an electrical stimulator, which should cause a comfortable tapping or buzzing sensation.