What happens during an acupuncture treatment session?
Acupuncture therapy usually involves a series of weekly or biweekly treatments in an outpatient setting. Acute situations may resolve in one or two sessions, while chronic situations require up to 12 treatments to determine if acupuncture is helpful with bi-weekly or monthly follow up treatments until resolution. Regular acupuncture sessions may be part of a preventative or optimal health plan. Although each acupuncture practitioner has his or her own unique style, each visit typically includes an exam and an assessment of your current condition, the insertion of needles, and a discussion about self-care tips. An acupuncture visit generally lasts 30 to 60 minutes.
