A typical visit with your acupuncturist begins with a detailed consultation and tongue and pulse examination, where your condition, medical history, and overall health will be assessed, followed by acupuncture treatment. Fine stainless-steel needles are inserted at specific acu-points in the body. Heat or electrical stimulation may be used to boost the therapeutic effect. The treatment lasts for about 15-20 minutes.

Very fine needles are used in acupuncture, so most people feel little or no pain. During acupuncture, you may experience what is known as the normal needling sensation (De Qi). This can feel like a dull ache, numbness, heaviness, tingling, or a mild distending sensation around the needle site. These sensations are generally expected and indicate that the treatment is taking effect. Most patients find them tolerable and brief. 

To minimise the risk of dizziness or fainting, it is advisable to avoid coming for treatment on an empty stomach or right after a heavy meal and to be well-rested before your session. Wear loose and comfortable clothes for ease of treatment. 

This varies with every individual. The therapist will discuss with you the treatment plan on your first visit. In general, chronic conditions will require more sessions.

A referral is required. We accept referrals from any doctor or dentist, including family physicians, specialists from private or restructured hospitals indicating the referred condition. Patients are seen on an appointment basis.