While acupuncture may help alleviate RA pain and inflammation in some people, the treatment may not be effective for everyone.
For those who experience symptom relief, it is not possible to say how long the effects will last. A person can talk with their acupuncture practitioner about the likely treatment outcomes and whether there is anything that may help prolong the effects.
If acupuncture treatment is not having desirable effects, the practitioner may adjust the treatment plan accordingly.