What can I expect at my first acupuncture treatment?
When asked to describe their experience, first time acupuncture clients describe the treatment as being pleasurable and relaxing. Most people fall asleep during treatment. Others feel as if they are floating with a tingling, warm sensation. Other sensations that may be felt are heaviness, heat and cold.
What does acupuncture feel like?
The needle is inserted to a point that produces a sensation of pressure or ache. Needles may be heated during the treatment or mild electric current may be applied to them. Some people report acupuncture makes them feel energized. Others say they feel relaxed.
What happens during acupuncture treatment?
During an acupuncture treatment, your acupuncturist inserts very thin needles into specific spots on your body. Insertion of the needles usually causes little discomfort. Each person who performs acupuncture has a unique style, often blending aspects of Eastern and Western approaches to medicine.
Is an acupuncture painful?
Does Acupuncture Hurt? Acupuncture needles are very thin, and most people feel no pain or very little pain when they are inserted. They often say they feel energized or relaxed after the treatment. However, the needles can cause temporary soreness.
Do you take your clothes off for acupuncture?
You don’t need to remove all of your clothes for a treatment. Acupuncturists may need to access areas under your clothes, but they will properly drape you so that only small portions of skin are exposed.
Do people fall asleep during acupuncture?
There may be a noticeable pinch upon insertion of the needle which quickly passes. After that, there are sometimes tingling or slight aching sensations at or distant to the site of insertion. Most patients find acupuncture very relaxing and many fall asleep during treatment.
What are the risks of acupuncture?
The possible risks of acupuncture are:
- It is dangerous if a patient has a bleeding disorder or takes blood thinners.
- Bleeding, bruising, and soreness may occur at the insertion sites.
- Unsterilized needles may infect the patient.
- In rare cases, a needle may break and damage an internal organ.
What health insurance companies cover acupuncture?
What Types of Health Insurance Cover Acupuncture?
- Aetna.
- Banner Health.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Cigna.
- Health Net.
- United Healthcare.