An acupuncture consultation is an initial meeting between a patient and an acupuncturist to discuss the patient’s health concerns, medical history, and treatment goals. During the consultation, the acupuncturist will typically ask questions about the patient’s symptoms, lifestyle, and overall health to gather relevant information.
The purpose of the consultation is to gather as much information as possible to develop a personalized treatment plan for the patient. The acupuncturist will use their knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine principles to identify any imbalances or blockages in the body’s energy flow, known as Qi. Based on this assessment, they will determine the appropriate acupuncture points to target during treatment sessions.
The consultation is also an opportunity for the patient to ask questions, discuss any concerns or fears they may have, and gain a better understanding of how acupuncture may benefit them.
Based on the information gathered, the acupuncturist will formulate a diagnosis according to traditional Chinese medicine principles. They will identify any imbalances or blockages in the body’s energy flow (Qi) that may be contributing to your symptoms. Using this diagnosis, the acupuncturist will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
A follow-up acupuncture visit is a subsequent appointment with an acupuncturist after your initial consultation and treatment. It is a continuation of your acupuncture treatment plan and aims to monitor your progress, address any new concerns, and provide further acupuncture therapy.
The acupuncturist may discuss the recommended frequency and duration of future visits based on your progress and treatment goals. They may provide guidance on how many sessions you may need to achieve optimal results and maintain your health.
A follow-up acupuncture visit is a subsequent appointment with an acupuncturist after your initial consultation and treatment. It is a continuation of your acupuncture treatment plan and aims to monitor your progress, address any new concerns, and provide further acupuncture therapy.
The acupuncturist may discuss the recommended frequency and duration of future visits based on your progress and treatment goals. They may provide guidance on how many sessions you may need to achieve optimal results and maintain your health.
Qigong, pronounced “chi gong,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. Qigong has both psychological and physical components and involves the regulation of the mind, breath, and body’s movement and posture.In most forms of Qigong:
The patient may feel warmth, tingling , vibration, coolness, sense emotions of sadness or euphoria, or see colours as blockages are released.
The full treatment will take approximately an hour allowing for about 10-15 minutes for intake.
