We understand there is a lot mystery surrounding our medicine and the questions or even fears you might have the first time you come into our office. Rest assured, we are here to make you feel safe, comfortable, and help you grow your family!
If is our hope that this will help you feel more at ease at your first appointment, but if you have any specific concerns, please feel free to ask!
Your initial treatment will last about 60-90 minutes: At your initial visit we make sure to have plenty of time to discuss your fertility history, goals, general health, and ensure all of your questions are answered. We’ll go over the benefits of acupuncture, what you can expect, and your treatment plan. You will then receive a full treatment session. It’s a good idea to make sure you’ve had something to eat before your appointment. Sometimes a treatment can make you feel momentarily lightheaded and this is more common if you’re hungry.
The treatment itself is very relaxing: When we are ready to begin treatment, you will be asked to lay down on a massage table either face up or face down. If we need you to undress to reach points on your back, for example, you will be allowed to change and get under a soft, flannel sheet. We keep our tables heated so you will be nice and warm, but we can turn them down or off if you get too warm.
The needles: After you’ve goteen situated on the table, we will swab all the points were going to use with alcohol and begin inserting the needles. Don’t worry, we will tell you when we are about to begin so there are no surprises! The insertion of the needle can feel like a tiny pinch, but many people don’t feel anything at all. Once they are all inserted you shouldn’t feel anything uncomfortable. If you do, tell your practitioner so they can make adjustments for you. Soon you will find yourself in a deep state of relaxation.
Length of Treatment: Once all the needles are in, and you are comfortable, you will be left to rest. The needles are left in for about 20-30 minutes and you will be checked on to ensure you remain comfortable. Most people will find themselves in a state of deep relaxation or even fall asleep!
Diet, Supplements or Herbs:
We sometimes make dietary or lifestyle recommendations if we feel it will support your goals. Occasionally, we will recommend herbs or supplements to support your fertility, though they are not always appropriate during every cycle or for every patient. The majority of the supplements we recommend come from Theralogix. They are leaders in fertility supplements and all of their products are third party tested. We also sometimes make dietary recommendations based on your overall diagnosis if we feel it will support your goals. If you would like to order one of their products, feel free to use our PRC discount code: 137923 or give us a call. We carry a few of their most popular fertility supplements here in the office.
Once the treatment is finished, needles will be removed. After you change, we will go over your treatment plan and reschedule you, if needed.
After your treatment you will probably feel very relaxed. You might find that you sleep well that night. If you have any questions after your treatment please call or email the office.
