Does Acupuncture Hurt?  Acupuncture is most often described as virtually painless or far less painful than plucking out a hair.  The sensations that follow range from nothing at all to mild tingling or a slight numbness.  These sensations subside once the needles are removed.  The needles used for acupuncture are significantly smaller than the standard hypodermic needle, do not draw blood and are solid, not hollow.

What About the Needles?  Acupuncture needles are very thin - about the thickness of a human hair.  The finest quality stainless steel, disposable, pre-sterilized needles are used.  These needles are FDA approved, used one time during your appointment and disposed.

What are the Benefits of Acupuncture?  The benefits of acupuncture are far-reaching.  Although it is said that "traditional acupuncture does not treat symptoms, it treats people," The World Health Organization of the U.N. lists over 40 symptoms that acupuncture has been shown to be effective in treating.  Some of the common difficulties for which people seek acupuncture are: 

• Addictions
• Allergies & Asthma
• Arthritis
• Back and Neck Pain
• Depression and Anxiety
• Digestive Disorders
• Headaches and Migraines
• Infertility
• Insomnia
• Menstrual Difficulties
• Symptoms of Menopause
• Postoperative and chemotherapy nausea
• Postoperative dental pain
• Stress
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Weight Loss

Acupuncture Side Effects -  When performed by a properly trained and licensed practitioner acupuncture is safe, effective and free from adverse side effects.  A sense of relaxation and well-being often occur during and after treatments.  While undergoing therapy for one ailment other problems may resolve concurrently.  This is a common side benefit that again demonstrates the value of balancing the internal energy within the entire person.