Some common questions about acupuncture are answered below. Call us if you have other questions or if you are interested in improving your life through acupuncture treatment.
What will my acupuncturist do?
During the initial exam a full health history will be taken. Questions will be asked regarding symptoms, health and lifestyle. Dr. Gossett will check your pulses and your tongue and may conduct a physical exam. This information is then organized to create a complete, accurate and comprehensive diagnosis of where Qi has become blocked or imbalanced. Visits may last from thirty to ninety minutes.
The tongue is a map of the body. It reflects the general health of the organs and meridians. Dr.Gossett will look at the color, shape, cracks and coating on your tongue.
Yes. In some instances children actually respond more quickly than adults. If your child has an aversion to needles, Dr. Gossett may massage the acupuncture points. This is called acupressure or tuina.
A review from the National Library of Medicine (NIH): Acupuncture is safe for children.
The number of treatments will vary from person to person. Some people experience immediate relief; others may take more time to achieve desired results. Chronic conditions usually take longer to resolve than acute ones. Plan on a minimum of a month to see significant changes.
Treatment frequency depends on a variety of factors: your constitution, the severity and duration of the problem and the quality and quantity of your energy and blood. Dr. Gossett may suggest one or two treatments per week, or monthly visits for health maintenance and seasonal “tune ups”.
To prepare for your treatment session:
Acupuncture is extremely safe. It is an all-natural, drug-free therapy, yielding no side effects – just feelings of relaxation and well-being. There is little to no danger of infection from acupuncture needles because they are sterile, used once, and then discarded.
Acupuncturists follow guidelines set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Clean Needle Technique course.
Most people have questions about acupuncture therapy. Acupuncture is an effective form of health care that has evolved into a complete and holistic medical system. Practitioners of acupuncture and Chinese medicine have used this noninvasive medical system to diagnose and help millions of people get well and stay healthy.
If the Q & A here does not address your questions or concerns, please call Dr. Karman Gossett, L. Ac. She is always available to answer your questions.
Acupuncturists undertake at minimum four years of extensive and comprehensive graduate training at nationally certified schools. All acupuncturists must pass three national board exams, and meet strict guidelines to practice in every state. For more information on the educational path of an acupuncturist, please visit The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
In addition, acupuncturists are required to complete a course in needle safety. Please visit CCAOM for information on the Clean Needle Technique course.
Dr. Karman Gossett has completed six years of graduate level training in acupuncture and biomedicine, in addition to four years of undergraduate study in psychology.
Acupuncture is recognized by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to be effective in the treatment of a wide variety of medical problems. Below are some of the health concerns that a skilled acupuncturist can effectively treat:
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This is partial list of the conditions effectively treated by acupuncture. Please call to discuss specific concerns.
