Cupping

Acupuncture works cumulatively in a series of treatments, so we encourage you to experience what it has to offer by committing to your treatment plan. Each treatment builds on the last and if your symptoms are returning before your next visit, book in as soon as possible.

Ideally, we would like to see you at least weekly as long as symptoms continue to improve. This is dependent on the condition being treated and how long you have been experiencing symptoms.

Acute conditions improve more quickly than chronic. If you have experienced symptoms for more than a year you may not expect to see results until around the 8^th-10^th treatment and can expect at least a month of weekly treatments for every year you have experienced the symptoms. If your symptoms are more acute within the last few months, you may see more significant improvements around the 4^th-6^th treatment.

Once improvements have stabilized, monthly visits are usually recommended to maintain your progress.

• Please arrive hydrated and having eaten a snack or meal within the last couple of hours.
• A gown or draping sheet will be provided if you are required to undress for your acupuncture session.
• Plan to the best of your ability to be unavailable by electronic device for the duration of your appointment. We strive to make your visit as relaxing as possible.

Be gentle with yourself after your appointment and take it easy!

• Post treatment care for Acupuncture: avoid alcohol, caffeine, heavy exercise and stressful intellectual work for the rest of the day
• Post treatment care for cupping/guasha: avoid cold wind, hot baths and strenuous exercise as the techniques temporarily strip the body’s protective layer in order to vent toxins
• Post cupping/guasha skin discoloration is a normal reaction of the treatment and if present, generally resolves within a few days to a week.