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Acupuncture – What to Expect

acupuncture_treatmet_fair_oaks_caAre you new to acupuncture and not sure what to expect on your first visit? In this post I will do my best to walk you through the types of things we will do on your initial visit. For some, working with a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, is a new experience. I will make sure to include some suggestions so you can make the most of your acupuncture treatment.

Your First Visit & Initial Consultation

Your initial appointment will last about 90 minutes and I always recommend that you arrive having just eaten a light snack. It helps to not have an empty stomach nor to be completely full. Plan a bit of a time-buffer AFTER your treatment in order to ease back into your day.

First 30 Minutes – During the first half hour you and I will review your health history and have you tell me about the most pressing issues – typically the ones that bring you in the door in the first place.  You can expect me to look at your tongue, check the pulse on both wrists and discuss things like medications, allergies, and stress factors in your life.By taking this time together, I am better able to understand where you are and thereby present a treatment plan that addresses the issues most important to you.

Acupuncture Treatment – Once we have had a chance to talk, I will ask you to lie down (you may remain fully clothed) and I will identify 4-12 acupuncture points into which I will place hair-fine, sterile, one-use acupuncture needles. There is typically zero pain associated with the placement as they do not penetrate far past the surface of the skin. These needles are disposable and used only once. Heat lamps are used in the event you are cold. The idea is for you to be comfortable and relaxed during the entire process.

Rest & Relaxation – From here on, it is all about relaxation. The needles, which at this point cannot be felt, are simply left as you close your eyes and enjoy silence or music for 20 to 35 minutes. I will check on you on occasion, perhaps once or twice, however, most people find the treatment so relaxing that they slip into meditation or simply fall asleep altogether.

If there is any discomfort, simply let me know and I will immediately remove the needle or see to it that you are made comfortable in some other way. At the end of your treatment, the needles are removed and we can either talk a bit about your experience and address any questions you have, or if you are too relaxed, you may opt to pick up the conversation at your next appointment.

After Your First Appointment

Plan to take it easy after your treatment. Immediately after your first appointment or subsequent acupuncture treatment, you may feel slightly light-headed. If this occurs, you are welcome to sit  in the waiting room for period of time. You are always encouraged to wait until you feel alert and clear-headed before you leave. There is no rush.

On rare occasion, after an acupuncture treatment, symptoms may become worse before they become better. This can be a sign that dormant conditions are being awakened so that healing can occur. Any such symptoms should quickly abate. If you have any questions or concerns after an acupuncture treatment, please remember you can always call me directly at (408) 578-0106.

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Nancy Burns, L.Ac.
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Valley Acupuncture treats patients in San Jose & El Dorado Hills
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Client Reviews

"I had some extreme joint pain and tiredness and was reminded NOT to use feeling ill as an excuse to NOT see Nancy! I saw her the next day and felt immediate relief after my session. I had more energy and no more joint pain. Nancy Burns has awesome bedside manner and really cares about her clients. She takes the time to get to know you and goes out of her way to find ways to help you, even if it means referring you to other practitioners." - Holly T.

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Arthritis Pain & Facial Rejuvenation- I’ve been seeing Nancy for several months now for two reasons: Facial Rejuvenation and Arthritis Pain in my knees. Here’s what I’ve noticed: the deep lines in my face have softened. Wrinkle lines are disappearing. The bags under my eyes… Read more
JoyceAnne Pierce
Pain Management – Just to throw my two cents in here. When I was training for climbing Mount  Shasta, my knee started to hurt and it was interfering with my training. ONE TREATMENT with Nancy and my pain was completely GONE!!!!! I have had a lot of acupuncture and Nancy’s know… Read more
Daya Fisch
Facial Rejuvenation – I had the pleasure of having seen Nancy for both facial rejuvenation and primary care acupuncture. I also have mutual patients with her. I can’t wait until my next appointments with her. Her office is like an oasis of calm and balance. She is very caring a… Read more
Kim Millman, M.D., Ph.D.
General Health & Fatigue – Consider Acupuncture with Nancy Burns! So I had some extreme joint pain and tiredness and was reminded NOT to use feeling ill as an excuse to NOT see Nancy! I saw her the next day and felt immediate relief after my session. I had more energy and no more… Read more
Holly Thomas
General Health – Nancy is a talented acupuncturist who takes the time to get to know you and works with you to pin-point, not just your presenting complaint, but what the root cause may be – and then she treats that. Her office is inviting, her demeanor is warm and friendly wit… Read more
Karen Stevens - San Jose, CA
General Health – Nancy is an excellent acupuncturist with a magic touch. She has a calming presence, which is really important when you are getting needled! Nancy did a comprehensive intake at the first session and focused my treatment on what was most important for my health. I … Read more
Rayna Lumbard, LMFT - Los Gatos
Fertility – After trying for 3 years I’m finally pregnant thanks to Nancy. I was referred to her by my OB/GYN and liked her right away. I had treatments once a week for 12 weeks prior to IVF and 2 the day of the procedure, and we had success the first time! I have continued tre… Read more
Kathleen - San Jose, CA
Pain Management – I have had Nancy treat me for stress, shoulder, knee and sciatica issues. She is very professional, personable and I experienced GREAT results from all the treatments. I HIGHLY recommend her. My husband is a chiropractor and he has referred several patients to N… Read more
Cindy Dower
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By Appointment in Los Gatos/San Jose

408-835-7870
Los Gatos/San Jose

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Los Gatos, CA 95032

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