Can you overdo acupuncture?

It is important that you eat before your session to avoid dizziness and nausea, but don’t overdo it. Eating too much beforehand can cause those symptoms or worse during or after your session.

Is it safe to do acupuncture every day?

Rarely, people have nausea and vomiting as well as headaches, but the problems usually don’t last more than a day. Acupuncture is safe. The FDA regulates the equipment and requires that practitioners use each needle only once.

How many times a week should you do acupuncture?

Most patients have an appointment once a week. Others get treatment more or less often, depending on how long the effects last. Your acupuncturist will recommend a schedule that is right for you. You may not get the full benefits of acupuncture on the first or second treatment.

How long should acupuncture needles be in for?

In most cases, the needles remain in place for 10 to 20 minutes while you lie still and relax. There is usually no discomfort when the needles are removed.

How often should you have acupuncture?

A common treatment plan for a single complaint would typically involve one or two treatments a week. The number of treatments will depend on the condition being treated and its severity. In general, it’s common to receive six to eight treatments.

How many times can you have acupuncture?

Acupuncture has a short term effect. The period of time you will feel its therapeutic benefits is around 3-4 days. If you are having it only and your problem isn’t chronic, you can have it once a week. For acute problems and if your budget allows, you would benefit from having treatment two times a week.

Can acupuncture be bad for you?

The risks of acupuncture are low if you have a competent, certified acupuncture practitioner using sterile needles. Common side effects include soreness and minor bleeding or bruising where the needles were inserted. Single-use, disposable needles are now the practice standard, so the risk of infection is minimal.