Yes, it can hurt. It depends on the techniques and intention of your acupuncturist. Therapy can be painful but it helps us release from repeated suffering. We won’t sugarcoat this answer for you! Sometimes it may feel painful but we’ve seen bodies forgive momentary discomfort for greater freedom from pain. But most of the times, the discomfort is minimal.

It depends. But a simple rule of thumb is if your condition you are seeking resolution from has been going on for less than 3 months, you may only need 6-8 treatments, no matter how severe it may feel to you. If the condition is chronic where it originated from your childhood such as autoimmune diseases, it may take 6 months to 12 months. Our practitioners believe in working with clear intention and treatment plan at hand with everyone. We will always communicate the diagnosis and treatment plan with you. You will never be left in the dark.

The most common side effects of acupuncture are improved sleep quality, improved mood, improved digestion, and bowel movements to start. Patients who work with us often report how the elements of their health are improving spontaneously as they journey with us. This is the power of acupuncture and Chinese medicine at large, we are not treating your symptoms, we are treating you, healing your body and mind. And yes, sometimes, there’s minor bruising and soreness in needle insertion sites or cupping sites.

The answer is a resounding yes! No matter what your issue is – weight loss, PCOS, anxiety, bad breath, toxic relationships, low self-worth, negative thoughts, or even a weird numbness in your fourth toe – acupuncture can help. It’s because acupuncture addresses the whole person, not just the symptom. Acupuncture can help.