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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.
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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.
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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
