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Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves the placement of sterilized needles into specific areas of the body in order to result in health benefits.
How does it work?
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Supports internal homeostasis
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Regulates hormones and pathway signalling in the body
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Stimulates the release of endorphins- the body’s own natural pain killer
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Relaxes muscles to promote blood flow and stimulate healing
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Reduces stress on the body
Benefits of Acupuncture
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Improved energy
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Improved concentration and mental clarity
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Improved sleep quality and quantity
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Reduced stress
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Improved mood
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Improved hormone regulation
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Decreased pain and bodily tension
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Decreased inflammation
What to expect during your first treatment?
Acupuncture treatment at FemmeForce Health is intended to be a relaxing and calming experience. Upon arrival, you will lay down on a massage table, either face up or face down. Heat, relaxation music, and dimmed lights are part of the atmosphere.
Once comfortable, your tongue and pulse will be assessed in order to carefully select the most appropriate points for your particular picture and health goals. This takes approximately 1-2 minutes. The average number of points selected is from 12-20.
The sterile, single use needles will be placed into each point, one by one. After the needles are inserted, they will be left in anywhere from 15-30 minutes. After the needles are removed, you can resume all day-to-day activities.
Acupuncture treatment protocols
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Typically begin at 1-2x/wk for about 4 weeks
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After approximately 4 weeks, sessions become spaced out based on your specific goals
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Results typically occur within 4-6 sessions, but can be seen sooner
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Treatments are cumulative in effect so commitment to regular sessions at the beginning is important to seek benefits
Fertility-specific acupuncture
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Typically require a minimum of 12-16 sessions with decreased frequency in sessions after this time
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Fertility IUI and IVF acupuncture – recommended to begin weekly at least 12 weeks before the procedure, and weekly throughout the first trimester
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On the day of IUI or IVF, a pre and post acupuncture session is highly recommended – this would include 1 session immediately before the procedure and 1 session immediately after the procedure on the same day
