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Starpoint Acupuncture
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Wendy Swanson L.Ac, MS, MBA |
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To contact us: |
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704-305-6389 |
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“Allow your life to unfold naturally Know that it too is a vessel of perfection” -Lao Tzu |
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On the day of your initial visit, you will complete a comprehensive intake form. After we have reviewed this form, you may need to change into loose, comfortable clothing such as shorts and a tank top, which will make accessing acupuncture points easier. Many of the points that are used are from the knees down and the elbows down so any clothing that can be rolled up is usually fine. I will then examine your tongue and pulse and then possibly palpate both the abdomen and areas of tenderness along the meridian channels which correlate to your complaints. Then, depending on the assessment, you may be asked to lay face up or face down, and needles will be inserted according to your unique findings. Many people, at this point, enter a deep state of relaxation. You will be left to rest for about 20 to 25 minutes, occasionally the amount of time will vary. At this time you might fall asleep, enter even deeper into a tranquil state, or have emotions wax and wane. All or none of this is fine; your experience will be uniquely yours. The needles will be removed; the treatment, though, will continue to do its work. Acupuncture leaves a footprint reminding and coaxing the body towards wellness. Your journey towards feeling better has begun. Other treatments might also be incorporated into the acupuncture session. These modalities include: Gua Sha: a form of rubbing the skin with a dull edge to eliminate toxic residues from the underlying tissue that has built up through repetitive chronic inflammation. Cupping: the attachment of a glass cup through suction onto the skin to function in warming and promoting the free flow of Qi and Blood within the meridians thus dispelling congestion, swelling and pain. Moxibustion: the application of burning Artemesia Vulgaris, a type of Chrysanthemum, on or above the selected acupoints in order to produce warmth along the skin, muscle and channel, to induce the smooth flow of Qi and Blood and to prevent further disharmony or disease. Focusing: this is used when emotional issues creep up during a session in which I will help you connect with your "felt senses". This is perfected by practicing Wu Wei... "do, by not doing". Allowing your body and emotions freedom from constraint is the key to health and well being. |
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What to expect: |
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What to Expect During a Treatment |
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To enhance the value of a treatment, the following guidelines are important:
Do not eat an unusually large meal immediately before or after your treatment.
Do eat a light meal prior to treatment.
Do not over-exercise, engage in sexual activity, or consume alcoholic beverages within 6 hours before or after the treatment. Basically, you want acupuncture to be the biggest stimuls of the day.
Plan your activities so that after the treatment you can get some rest, or at least not have to be working at top performance. This is especially important for the first few visits.
Continue to take any prescription medications as directed by your doctor. |
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“Do’s and Don’ts” for the day of the treatment: |
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How many treatments will I need? |
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The number of treatments needed differs from person to person. For complex or long-standing conditions, one or two treatments a week for several months may be recommended. For acute problems, usually fewer visits are required. For general well-being one treatment every three or four months is recommended. Usually people see positive results within three to five treatments. |