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Who has traditional acupuncture?
Many people use acupunture for help with specific symptoms or conditions. Others choose acupunture as a preventive measure to strengthen their constitution or because they just feel generally unwell. Acupunture is considered suitable for all ages including babies, children and the elderly.It can be very effective when intergrated with conventional medicine.
Is it safe for babies,children and teenagers
Yes,Childern and adolescents usually respind very well to acupunture .Many acupunturists specialise in paediatric care.
Can anyone have acupuncture?
Yes, it is suitable for people of all ages and dispositions, including babies, pregnant women and the elderly.
How can traditional acupunture help me?
Acupunture is widely considered to be beneficial for a range of illnesses and symptoms, from clearly defined complaints to more general feelings of ill health and low energy.
How many sessions will i need?
That depends on your individual condition. At first your acupunturist will normally ask to see you once or twice a week. You may start to feel benefits after the first or second treatment although long-standing and chronic conditions usually need more time to improve.Once your health has stabilised you may need top-up treatments every few weeks, traditional acupunture is also very effective when used as preventive healthcare and many people like to go for a returning session at the hange of each season throughout the year.
Can I have acupuncture if I am pregnant?
Yes, but do let your practitioner know. Acupuncture may even be beneficial as it can treat many disorders of pregnancy. It can for instance be used to turn a breech presentation or to induce labour.
Can acupuncture increase my chances of getting pregnant?
There is increasing evidence to support acupuncture increasing natural fertility and assisted fertility. Read our patient testimonials on fertility as well as our Research articles.
Can I have acupuncture if I have a cold/flu?
Yes, in fact it may well be beneficial. Acupuncture stimulates the immune system and may increase your resistance to viral or bacterial infection.
What is cupping?
Cupping is a traditional treatment to cure acute pain. It involves placing a spherical glass cup onto the area to be treated after a vacuum has been created inside it. This process can give deep down relief to hard to reach muscular pain.
What does it feel like?
Most people find acupunture to be very relaxing. Patients often describe the needle sensation as a tingling or dull ache. This is one of the signs the body's qi, or vital energy, has been stimulated.
I'm scared of needles - can I still have acupunture?
Yes. Certain styles like Japanese acupunture use needles that donot break the skin or are inserted extremely lightly. Acupunture needles are very much finer than the needles used for injections and blood tests. You may not even feel them penetrate the skin and once in place they are hardly noticeable.
What should i do before treatment?
Try not to have a large meal within an hour of your appointment as the process of digestion will alter the pattern of your pulse, and you may need to lie on your stomach. You should also avoid alcohol and food or drink that colours your tongue such as coffee or strong tea. It is a good idea to wear loose- fitting clothes so that the acupunture points, especially those on your lower limbs, are easily accessible.
How will i feel after a treatment?
You are likely to feel relaxes and calm. If the treatment has been particularly strong you may feel tired or drowsy and it is worth bearing this in mind if you plan to drive or use any other machinery soon afterwards.
Are there any unpleasant side effects?
Acupunture has virtually no unpleasant side effects. Any that do occur are mild and self-correcting Occasionally there may be minor bruising at the needle point or a short-term flare-up of your symptoms as your qi clears and resettles.
Should i tell my doctor that I'm having acupunture?
If you are currently receiving treatment from your doctor it is sensible to mention that you plan to have acupuncture.Your acupuncturist will need to know about any medication you are taking as this may affect your response to the acupuncture treatment.
Should I still take my prescribed medication while I'm having a course of acupuncture?
Yes . The acupuncture treatment may enable you to reduce or even stop taking some forms of medications but you should always consult your doctor regarding any change of prescription. Do not stop taking medication without professional guidance.
How often will i have to come? How soon will I feel better?
Treatment can produce rapid results but usually a course of treatment is required, normally 5-10 weekly appointments. As each treatment plan is tailor-made it is important that you discuss the options and duration of the course with the acupuncturist.
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