Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Live in Oak Park, IL or within a 5 mile radius and would like to receive acupuncture in the privacy of your own home? I will come to you.
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If receiving acupuncture in your own home does not appeal, I am conveniently located in Berwyn, IL just a short walk from the Berwyn Metra Station.​​​​​
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FAQ About Acupuncture
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How does acupuncture work?
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Does acupuncture hurt?
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What should I expect on my first visit?
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How can I prepare myself for acupuncture treatments?
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How long does the treatment take?
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How many treatments are required before I see the result?
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Does insurance cover acupuncture treatments?
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Do you use any herbal supplements?
1. How does acupuncture work?
Our body is a network of energy channels or “meridians” in which the energy flows. When the energy flow is enhanced by inserting very small, fine needles, it can help to relieve pain, support immune systems, and relax our body to cope with stressful events, among many advantages of acupuncture.
2. Does acupuncture hurt?
I use sterilized and disposal needles that are so fine and small it is almost the size of hair. We do feel the needle when it is inserted, however it is so small, it really is not painful. I also use a deep breathing technique when the needle is inserted to help to relax the muscle, and my clients often don’t feel the needle at all.
3. What should I expect during my first session?
There will be some paper work for the initial visit, and I will sit down with you to go over your health history. I may ask you questions related to your body functions including your digestion, bowl habits, urination, sleep, appetite, and your subjective temperature. I will look at your tongue, feel your pulses, and palpate your abdomen. Chinese medicine considers all this information in order to diagnose you to come up with a treatment strategy.
4. How can I prepare myself for acupuncture treatments?
I always tell my clients not to skip meals especially before treatments. You may want to use washroom before the treatment in order to relax completely. I think it is more comfortable to wear easily moveable clothing, i.e., t-shirt and shorts.
5. How long does the treatment take?
​I try to encourage my clients to stay on the treatment table for 30 minutes unless they feel restless. From the time you get on the table till the time I leave, it takes about 60 minutes depending on how many issues you have to discuss.
6. How many treatments are required before I see the result?
As you may expect, the longer you had the problem, the longer it takes to treat. If you had the illness for a year, it takes a month of treatments to see the result. I always work very hard to see the positive outcome as soon as possible. If you are in severe discomfort, I may see you twice a week, otherwise, once a week treatments are recommended.
7. Does insurance cover acupuncture tratments?
It can. You do need to check with your insurance to see if your particular policy does cover it. I am happy to provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
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8. Do you use any herbal supplements?
Yes, I believe the herbs are important part of Chinese medicine, and it adds a benefit to our health in many ways. I recommend certain types of formula based on your body pattern and diagnosis.
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