New Patient Info
What you want to know to be prepared for your initial visit for acupuncture and what to expect after.
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WELCOME TO THE ART OF ACUPUNCTURE
Your new patient info and paperwork will be emailed to you. Please click through and fill out your paperwork through our Janeapp booking software so your practitioner is able to review it before your appointment.
You begin your experience here at Art of Acupuncture as soon as you walk in. Relax in our waiting area surrounded by our retail plant selection and listen to the gentle chirping of birds in the nearby grand oak tree that shades our building. You will find it easy to relax and let go of the stress and tension of the day. Being relaxed and receptive is the best way to get the best result from your treatment.
You will meet either Marianne or Lainie manning the central hub of the clinic and you should feel free to ask questions and check out the space. Please respect the volume level and keep phones turned off and voices calm so that patients receiving treatment can maintain their own relaxed and peaceful experience.
What to Expect
Your initial visit will typically take 1.5 to 2 hours. You will recieve a thorough examination using a variety of Traditional Chinese Medical diagnostic exams, such as Tongue and Pulse diagnosis, and a detailed review of all body systems followed by tailored treatment determined by your practitioner.
The second visit generally lasts an hour and will include a review of your results and a specific treatment plan will be established based on your response and individual case. Plan on up to an hour for follow up visits thereafter.
Three Levels of Care
Relief Care
Frequent visits to address specific and/or acute conditions. Typically you will be prescribed 6 to 12 treatments over a 2-4 month period with an evaluation of progress after the 6th treatment. You can expect to spend 20-30 minutes in active treatment and up to 50 minutes total time at the clinic for treatment sessions and an hour for evaluation and treatment sessions.
Corrective Care
Long term treatment spaced accordingly for more difficult cases such as Fertility or Chronic Disease.
Wellness/Maintenance Care
For those who have achieved a desired level of wellness or are already in good health, but would like to receive a “tune-up” to prevent stagnation or continue to feel better and better and remain relaxed and healthy. Visits are less frequent (1-2 times per month or season).
General Guidelines
Please eat a moderate amount of food about 1 to 1 1⁄2 hours before your appointment.
Please:
- Dress comfortably, although you may be undressing to varying degree for your treatment.
- Eat something during the day before your acupuncture treatment. Drink water before and after a session.
- Try to avoid brushing your tongue on treatment days.
- Try to avoid “squeezing” this time in and needing to rush in or out of the door!
Whenever possible, arrange your schedule so you do not have to rush to or away from the clinic.
Feel free to ask any questions that may arise during your treatment. It is important that you feel informed and understand your own health!
Clinic Policies
Payment for Services Rendered
Payment is due at the time of service. As a small business, cash & check is greatly appreciated, but credit cards (MasterCard, Visa or Discover) are also accepted. A $25.00 service charge will be added for returned checks.
Cancellation Policy
Our physicians are in high demand and have reserved a space just for you. If you wish to cancel you must call no less than 24 hours prior to appointment time or you will be charged in full for the missed appointment. Please respect the physicians’ time and the needs of fellow patients. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you!