First visit
What to expect
A first visit takes about 75 minutes. It is mostly conversation, a first treatment, and a plan you can say yes or no to. Return visits are about 45 minutes. Your acupuncturist explains the risks and answers your questions before any needle goes in.
Wear loose clothing you can roll up, and eat something light first
Bring your list of everything you take
You can have a friend wait with you
Your first visit, in order
- 01
Step 1: The front desk
We confirm your details and walk you through the written fee estimate. Nothing is charged until we agree on the plan.
- 02
Step 2: The conversation
About 15 minutes on your health, sleep, digestion and medicines. Bring your list; we read it with you.
- 03
Step 3: Tongue and pulse
Your acupuncturist looks at your tongue and feels the pulse at both wrists.
- 04
Step 4: Treatment
A first acupuncture treatment while you rest. Say so at any moment if you want to stop.
- 05
Step 5: The plan
We talk about what to try next, including whether a formula fits. You get the plan and any fees in writing before you leave.
Bring and wear
Bring a list
Everything you take: prescriptions, vitamins, supplements and teas, or a photo of each label.
Wear loose clothes
Sleeves and pant legs that roll up past the elbow and the knee.
Eat lightly first
Come neither starving nor full.
Tell us first
Pregnancy, blood thinners, a pacemaker, lymph node removal, a bleeding disorder or a fear of needles.