Frequently Asked Questions This section is designed to answer all your questions about acupuncture, our service and treatments. If you have a question that is not answered here please feel free to contact us. What to expect in a treatment session? On your initial consultation information will be gathered about all aspects of your health. From there we will discuss the course of treatment and decide what approach to take. Sessions may include the use of acupuncture, moxibustion, guasha, cupping, massage, diet therapy and lifestyle advice. Herbs may also be prescribed. Does it hurt? We
use very fine needles and use a gentle style of Japanese acupuncture.
This generally means less needles and shallower needling while still
achieving great results. How long is a session? Treatment will take around 45-50 minutes.How often will I need to come? Frequency of treatments can vary. Often you might need to come more regularly initially, perhaps 1-2 times per fortnight. After this period visits can become less regular until the condition is under control. |  |
Duration of treatment does vary in each case and will depend on your
unique symptom pattern and how well you respond to and comply with
recommendations. Usually pregnancy related conditions respond very quickly. In cases of fertility, treatment
may take anywhere between a few months to more than a year. Acute
muscular conditions generally respond very quickly and 1-3 sessions may
be all it takes to completely alleviate symptoms.
How much will it cost?
Average cost is $70 per session.
How can I pay?
Payment can be made by either cash, cheque or direct deposit. Credit cards are accepted at the Manly clinic.
Can I claim on my health fund?
Yes. We are registered with all health funds. If you are covered for acupuncture with your fund you will be able to claim. The amount you get back varies and will depend on your coverage with your fund.
What sort of things can be treated?
The wide range of tools and skills we have allow successful treatment of a wide variety of ailments for very minor problems to very serious and long-standing conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) lists a range of conditions that acupuncture can help. Some of these include low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, tennis elbow, knee pain, periarthritis of the shoulder, sprains, headache, rheumatoid arthritis, induction of labor, correction of malposition of fetus (breech presentation), morning sickness, nausea and vomiting, postoperative pain, leucopenia, adverse reactions to radiation or chemotherapy, allergic rhinitis, including hay fever, depression, primary dysmenorrhea, peptic ulcer, acute and chronic gastritis.
What sort of needles are used?
Only single-use, sterile needles are used. These are usually made from high quality stainless steel. The needles are very fine. If you are someone that is uncomfortable with needles, we have the option to use Japanese acupuncture needles, which are even finer and cause very little, if any, discomfort.
Is it safe?
Yes, acupuncture is a very safe form of health care. There have been very few reports of injury from acupuncture and these are usually in cases of unqualified practitioners. The Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) ensures a high standard of practitioners in Australia. They outline strict practitioner guidelines and ensure members adhere to these.
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