How many sessions should I expect?

• 2/week or weekly treatments are recommended to get started for 1-3 weeks.

• We can expect to see results within 4-6 treatments, or sooner. Acupuncture treatments are cumulative, but it is more beneficial to have an initial course of treatments in closer succession if possible.

• Once symptoms have obviously decreased, it is recommended to continue treatment on a weekly, biweekly or monthly basis for maintenance and as required.

• People respond differently to acupuncture. As you receive more treatments you will get to know how it works for your situation and plan your treatments accordingly.

For many people a 3-stage plan is often a good choice:

• Stage I: One-hour treatment, 2 times/week over the first 1-3 weeks. Once the symptoms have obviously improved, then go to stage II.

• Stage II: 1 treatment/week for 1 month.

• Stage III: 1 treatment /1-2months as maintenance.

Reproductive Health Treatments:

• Reproductive health and fertility treatments for men and women often require 12 sessions.

• A common treatment plan for a single complaint would typically involve 4-6 weekly treatments.

• More complex complaints often require 8-12 sessions over several months.

• Acute complaints including pain, insomnia, or mental health are often treated twice weekly until symptoms improve.

• Maintenance treatments every 2 weeks or monthly are often beneficial after an initial course of successful treatments