Things to Do Before and After Your Acupuncture Treatment

TCM is a complex , dynamic, and sophisticated system with its own interpretation of anatomy and physiology of how our own body works. We explain to patients that an acupuncture session helps the body to mainly 1) nourish and regenerate, and, 2)resolve barriers that is preventing the body to heal itself ie. inflammation and fluid retention. One of the common effects after the treatment is the body releasing extra fluids from the body through urination or sweat, and a good night sleep!

Recently, we have patients asking if it is appropriate to eat before acupuncture treatment. The answer is YES. We highly recommend you NOT to skip a meal before your appointment. An acupuncture session often involves a lot of movement within the body (an effect with increased blood flow, metabolism, and anti-inflammation); so if you are the type who are easy to get tired during the day, having acupuncture with an empty stomach may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or even fainting.

After your acupuncture session, we suggest you to relax and drink something warm - like warm water, herbal teas, or soups - and stay relatively hydrated to help the body release things on its own. The most important thing, try not to physically, emotionally or mentally strain yourself within a few hours after each session. Your body will be trying to get back to its balanced state. We just need to guide them there. Yes, our body is truly amazing!

If you are easy to get cold, we suggest bringing a light scarf (especially during the summer when the A/C is turned on) that we can use to cover you during treatment.

Come prepared and gain maximum benefits out of each acupuncture session. Ask us. We’re here to help!