Before Your Session
A few simple preparations maximise your treatment benefit:
- Eat a light meal 1–2 hours beforehand — never fast before acupuncture (low blood sugar can cause dizziness)
- Avoid alcohol and strong stimulants (caffeine) on the day of treatment
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that can be rolled above the elbow and knee
- Avoid vigorous exercise immediately before your session
- Come with a list of current medications and any recent blood work or imaging
During Your Session
During treatment, try to relax and breathe deeply. Let the practitioner know if any needle sensation is uncomfortable — we can adjust immediately. Many people feel warmth, tingling, or heaviness at needle sites — these are normal and indicate effective stimulation.
Most patients find themselves very relaxed or drifting to sleep during the needle retention phase.
After Your Session
After acupuncture, rest is valuable — avoid intense physical activity for 2–4 hours. Drink extra water to support the body's natural detoxification response. Some patients experience mild temporary fatigue, light-headedness, or a brief intensification of symptoms before improvement ('healing response').
Key Takeaways
- Eat a light meal 1–2 hours before — never fast before acupuncture
- Wear loose clothing that rolls to elbow and knee
- Avoid alcohol and vigorous exercise on treatment day
- Rest and drink plenty of water after your session
- A brief healing response (temporary intensification) is normal and positive
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