Acupuncturists and Practitioners of Oriental Medicine vary in terms of how they work. However you may expect some or all of the following:

• A complete initial consultation that utilizes questioning, palpating areas of the body, looking at the patient’s tongue, pulse taking, and observation of other signs and symptoms to arrive at a diagnosis.

• Development of a treatment plan that may involve any of the therapeutic tools described above, as well as an indication of approximately how many treatments may be required to address the patient’s health care needs.

• Use of acupuncture on body and/or ears. Acupuncture procedure involves the insertion of fine sterile disposable needles into acupuncture points or areas that are painful to the touch. The sensation with needle insertion is not particularly painful and is described as ‘pressure, warmth, tingling, a feeling of electricity, heaviness, or mild ache.’ Usually these sensations subside shortly after needle insertion. Acupuncture treatments last usually 20-90 minutes, during which patients often experience a feeling of well being or relaxation.

• Administration of an herbal prescription if the practitioner is trained in Chinese herbology.

• Instructions as to diet and lifestyle changes that may be helpful to the healing process.

• Referral to or consultation with the patient’s Medical Doctor if the practitioner’s assessment warrants it.

---

Home - About Acupuncture - Acupuncture Styles - Choosing A Practitioner - Practitioner Directory - Joining NEFAA - Board of Directors - Newsletter - Current Events and Issues

Designed and Powered by DentalPC and NVentStudios

Search Engine Promotion - www.servicewrap.net : Jacksonville Florida oriental medicine and acupuncture physician information