First acupuncture treatment

First Visit

Preparing For Your Visit

Complete all office forms. You can either download the forms below or the office can
mail you copies.
Do not eat a large meal or consume alcohol before your visit.
Wear loose comfortable clothing.

Assessing Your Health

Your completed Health History Questionnaire serves as the guide to our discussion.
We will discuss your primary reason for treatment in detail.
Alison will ask additional questions to get a thorough understanding of your health.
Alison will perform a clothed physical exam. She will look at your tongue, feel the radial pulse on your wrist, and gently palpate on your abdomen.

Treatment

Alison will perform an acupuncture treatment. Most patients find the first treatment to be
relaxing.
Your body’s response will be monitored during the treatment by feeling the radial pulse
again and re-palpating on the abdomen.

Wrap Up

Together we will establish appropriate treatment goals.
A treatment plan will be provided including how many visits you will need, how frequently,
and when you should expect to have improvements.
Alison will answer any remaining questions you may have.

After Your Visit

Drink plenty of water after your treatment.
Avoid excessive physical activity for the remainder of the day.
Avoid alcohol for the remainder of the day.
Call Alison if you have any questions.