FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does Acupuncture Work?
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Reduces inflammation
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Increases naturally-produced painkillers (for example, endorphins)
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Reduces cortisol (the body’s “stress hormone”)
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Regulates the autonomic nervous system to interfere with the way the brain processes pain.
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Increases circulation (blood flow) to the muscles, connective tissue, and organs
Is Acupuncture Safe?
Acupuncture has been shown to be one of the safest medical treatments, both conventional and complimentary, on offer in the UK. The needles used are single-use, sterile, and disposable. Responses to treatment can sometimes include tiredness or mild dizziness, and very occasionally minor bruising may occur. However, all such reactions are short-lived.
Will it hurt?
The treatment should not be painful. The needles used are very fine needles, much thinner than the needles used for injections and blood tests. When inserted correctly the needles cause as little discomfort as possible.
How many treatments will I need?
The results of acupuncture are cumulative. Each treatment builds on the progress of the ones before it. Many people feel improvement right after the first treatment, but it’s like working out – you may feel results right away, but for lasting change (to your pain levels or other symptoms) it’s important to commit to series of treatments.
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The general recommendation is one treatment a week for 6-8 weeks. After 6 weeks, we re-assess and try to space out your treatments while still maintaining good results.
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For conditions that have existed a long time, more treatments may be necessary. For example, back pain that you’ve had for 10 years may take more time to heal.
For acute conditions (sudden onset pain), you may need to come twice a week in the first week, and then once a week after that.
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My goal is to follow whichever treatment protocol makes you feel better the fastest!
How will I feel after treatment?
Most people feel quite relaxed and calm after treatment. Sometimes if the treatment has been very strong you may even feel tired for a few hours after treatment. I usually recommend relaxing for a while after treatment.
Balance Health Acupuncture
Location/Contact
2 Canal View Lane
Moira
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE12 6AH
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☎ 07930 935 050
Hours
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Tuesday: 6pm- 9pm
Wednesday: 5pm -9pm
Thursday: 5pm - 9pm
Saturday: 9am - 3pm