Mend Family Acupuncture and Healthcare

When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment we will discuss the comprehensive intake form. This form asks questions about your current state of health, past illnesses, and family history. These questions are important because the holistic approach of Oriental Medicine takes everything into account. Your current symptoms may not seem related to past health issues, but our bodies are complex landscapes and everything that happens to them leaves its mark. After reviewing your intake form we will discuss your condition and I will examine your pulse and tongue – which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Eastern Medicine. The acupuncture points I choose will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, I will leave you to lie comfortably on a heated table for 20-30 minutes. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. Please do take a nap!