Acupuncture Treatment Procedure
- The Process
- Duration
- Sensation
- Side Effects
The Process
A fine, sterile, disposable needle is inserted into specific points along a muscle, nerve, tendon and/or fascia to stimulate a physiological response that aids in our bodies’ natural recovery process.
Duration
The acupuncture needle remains inserted for 10-30 minutes to create the physiological change in the body, but each acupuncture session may last between 30 minutes to an hour.
Sensation
Many people are surprised to find that acupuncture needles are associated with minimal discomfort and some people feel no pain at all. This is because acupuncture needles are thin, flexible and tapered at the tip, designed to slide smoothly into the skin.
Side Effects
With almost no significant side-effects, acupuncture has gained significant popularity in Western medicine for the treatment of many health-related issues. Overall, this approach is gentle, safe and highly effective and since single-use, disposable needles are now the practice standard, the risk of infection is minimal.