Your First Visit
When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment I will ask you to complete a comprehensive intake form. The acupuncture intake form asks questions about your current state of health, past illnesses, and family history.
These questions are important because the holistic approach of Oriental medicine takes everything into account. Your current symptoms may not seem related to past health issues, but our bodies are complex landscapes and everything that happens to them leaves its mark.
After reviewing your intake form, we will discuss your condition, and I will examine your pulse and tongue, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. Many times you may have an MFT evaluation at this time as well.
The acupuncture points I choose will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 10 needles. Once the needles are inserted, I will leave you to lie comfortably for 25-35 minutes with the needles in place. Children have much fewer needles and have the needles in for a shorter period. Children are often read to by a parent during the treatment. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time.
These questions are important because the holistic approach of Oriental medicine takes everything into account. Your current symptoms may not seem related to past health issues, but our bodies are complex landscapes and everything that happens to them leaves its mark.
After reviewing your intake form, we will discuss your condition, and I will examine your pulse and tongue, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. Many times you may have an MFT evaluation at this time as well.
The acupuncture points I choose will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 10 needles. Once the needles are inserted, I will leave you to lie comfortably for 25-35 minutes with the needles in place. Children have much fewer needles and have the needles in for a shorter period. Children are often read to by a parent during the treatment. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time.
