How do I prepare for acupuncture treatment?
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Dr. Linda Lee of Johns Hopkins Medicine answered:Acupuncture treatment is very simple and even relaxing. Among the most common recommendations for preparing for your session:
- Wear loose fitting clothing
- Continue to take any prescription drugs
- Be sure to eat something a few hours before treatment
- Refrain from drinking alcohol, or using recreational drugs, on the day of treatment. They can interfere with its effectiveness.
Keep notes about how you respond to treatment. Your acupuncturist may base your next treatment on your response to the last treatment.
Acupuncture treatment is very simple and even relaxing. Among the most common recommendations for preparing for your session: Wear loose fitting clothing Continue to take any prescription drugs Be sure to eat something a few hours before treatment... More -
Dr. Daniel Hsu answered:I recommend wearing loose, comfortable clothing to receive acupuncture treatment. You should be aware that the acupuncturist may need to access points on your torso, arms and legs. It also helps to be in a calm state. Try to arrive 5 or 10 minutes before your appointment to give yourself a chance to relax. Try to avoid the following:
- Eating a big meal within one hour of your appointment
- Fasting for more than six hours before your appointment
- Alcohol, tobacco, food or drinks that color your tongue (such as coffee) immediately prior to treatment or just following a treatment
- Vigorous exercise or sexual activity within the hour before treatmentI recommend wearing loose, comfortable clothing to receive acupuncture treatment. You should be aware that the acupuncturist may need to access points on your torso, arms and legs. It also helps to be in a calm state. Try to arrive 5 or 10 minutes... More
