First Acupuncture Appointment Recommendations
- Wear loose fitting clothes
- Eat before your appointment
- Don’t have caffeine or alcohol prior to your appointment
After Your Acupuncture Appointments
- Drink additional water
- Don’t do strenuous exercise – take a walk instead
- Don’t have caffeine or alcohol
General Recommendations to Enhance Your Outcome
- Keep your regularly scheduled acupuncture appointments
- Get enough restorative sleep
- Improve your nutrition
- Moderate stress
What to expect during treatment
Treatments take place in private rooms, usually with the patient lying down. You can either wear loose clothing or use the treatment gowns we provide. To help you relax and obtain the most benefit from treatment, we offer soothing music and subdued lighting. We hope this will enhance our patients’ relaxation and enjoyment during treatments.
Acupuncture pins are tiny, about the thickness of a human hair. We use only new, pre-sterilized, disposable pins. Each whisper-thin pin is used only once, and then discarded. You may not feel anything when a pin is inserted, or you may have a sensation of warmth, heaviness, tingling or achiness. In some cases, patients feel minor discomfort, which passes immediately. Treatment sessions usually last between 50-60 minutes and are very relaxing.
Who will provide treatment
The acupuncturists are licensed by the Oregon State Board of Medical Examiners and hold Master’s degrees in Oriental Medicine.
Forms to fill out and bring
If you are unsure whether or not your insurance covers acupuncture, we recommend that you call to verify your coverage before your first appointment. We will attempt to re-verify your coverage prior to your first appointment as well. For those with no insurance, we have affordable pricing options available.
Thank you for choosing Meridian Acupuncture & Wellness for your path to wellness!
