Many healing journeys begin in unexpected places. For some, recovery starts not in the muscles of the back or the ligaments of a knee, but in the quiet landscape of the scalp, an area often overlooked except for styling, washing, and the occasional headache. Yet, for many people seeking relief from neurological, physical, and emotional challenges, scalp acupuncture is becoming a compelling bridge to healing. continue reading
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to your arms, legs, neck, shoulders, and lower back.
Good options include:
Comfort helps your body relax and allows your acupuncturist to treat the areas that need care.
Try to avoid:
These can limit access and make it harder to get comfortable during treatment.
Yes. Removing rings, bracelets, watches, necklaces, and large earrings is recommended. Accessories can interfere with treatment or feel uncomfortable when lying down.
If you have long hair, tying it back is helpful, especially for neck, shoulder, or back treatments. This keeps hair from interfering with needling and positioning.
Wear shoes that are easy to remove. This allows easy access to the feet or ankles if needed during treatment.
You can come straight from work or exercise, but comfort and access are important.
Some work clothes can be restrictive or harder to adjust during treatment. Gym clothing is often fine, as long as it allows easy access and is not overly tight.
If needed, we will give you a few minutes to change before treatment begins so you can be comfortable.
That is okay. Your acupuncturist will guide you during your visit and help you adjust clothing as needed. You can also call the clinic if you have any other questions. Comfort and ease of movement are always the priority.
Acupuncture uses very thin, solid, spring-loaded stainless steel needles that are single-use and sterile. Unlike medical injection needles, acupuncture needles do not have a cutting edge and do not inject anything into the body. The skin is gently separated rather than cut, which usually results in minimal discomfort during insertion compared to a shot.
Most acupuncture needles are placed shallow, often just under the skin. In some areas, such as the hips or glutes, needles may be placed deeper, sometimes up to 2 inches. Depth is chosen carefully based on the area treated, anatomy, individual body type, and your comfort. Established safety standards guide typical depth for each area.
Five Element Acupuncture is a classical style of East Asian medicine that organizes diagnosis and treatment around the dynamic interplay of five phases/elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element is associated (in this framework) with organ networks, emotions, sensory patterns, and seasonal cycles. Treatment aims to restore harmony among these elements when one becomes predominant or deficient. continue reading
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