What to expect during your first visit at Staying in Balance
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Patients often wonder what their first visit will be like. The goal of treatments is to keep the body, spirit, and mind in a relaxed state so that healing can occur. To this end, it is important that treatments offer safety and comfort; that I understand what you are looking for; that we together set achievable goals.
Initial Intake: You will be asked to fill out an extensive intake form, which you’ll bring with you to your first visit. Here is a link to the form. I will review this with you in detail. Together we will set treatment goals.
Examination: I will feel your pulse and palpate (press lightly) on various areas of the body. This gives me information about what is happening in the moment and helps to diagnose your condition.
Treatment: I will insert very fine, disposable needles into various acupuncture points. I generally begin treatments on the front of the body. Needles are left in for about 20 minutes. Then the needles are removed and a second set are inserted. This is a relaxing experience.
Clothing: No special clothing is required. It is helpful to wear something loose-fitting and comfortable.
Time: Please allow 1 1/4 hours for treatments.
Number of Visits: Healing happens over time. Some people with minor symptoms respond with just a few treatments. I like to see people with chronic conditions for five initial treatments, one each week. A each visit, we review your goals. At the end of five visits, we evaluate how you are doing and put together a plan to keep you in optimum health.
Cost: Intitial visits are $100. Follow-up visits are $85 for 1 1/4 hours. Discounts are available. I do want you to be able to get the care that you need.
Insurance: Some insurance does cover acupuncture. Please contact your insurance company to see if they do. If so, I ask that you pay me when you come in for treatments. I will provide you with whatever paperwork you need to get reimbursed.
Initial Intake: You will be asked to fill out an extensive intake form, which you’ll bring with you to your first visit. Here is a link to the form. I will review this with you in detail. Together we will set treatment goals.
Examination: I will feel your pulse and palpate (press lightly) on various areas of the body. This gives me information about what is happening in the moment and helps to diagnose your condition.
Treatment: I will insert very fine, disposable needles into various acupuncture points. I generally begin treatments on the front of the body. Needles are left in for about 20 minutes. Then the needles are removed and a second set are inserted. This is a relaxing experience.
Clothing: No special clothing is required. It is helpful to wear something loose-fitting and comfortable.
Time: Please allow 1 1/4 hours for treatments.
Number of Visits: Healing happens over time. Some people with minor symptoms respond with just a few treatments. I like to see people with chronic conditions for five initial treatments, one each week. A each visit, we review your goals. At the end of five visits, we evaluate how you are doing and put together a plan to keep you in optimum health.
Cost: Intitial visits are $100. Follow-up visits are $85 for 1 1/4 hours. Discounts are available. I do want you to be able to get the care that you need.
Insurance: Some insurance does cover acupuncture. Please contact your insurance company to see if they do. If so, I ask that you pay me when you come in for treatments. I will provide you with whatever paperwork you need to get reimbursed.
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