Your First Visit: Book your first free visit consultation.
When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment, we will complete a comprehensive intake form. The acupuncture intake 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 memory 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 Oriental medicine, about 50% of the diagnosis. The acupuncture points I choose will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 2-20 needles. If this is your first experience with acupuncture, less amounts of needles are typically used to feel the positive effects of acupuncture. Once the needles are inserted, I will leave you to lie comfortably for 20-25 minutes with the needles in place. I will be checking on you and I will be just outside the door if you need me. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time.
It is preferable to come to your appointments with having eaten a light meal. This enhances the healing effects. Also, it is recommended not to shower after a treatment for the effectiveness of cultivating Qi (energy), and wearing loose fitting clothing is always appreciated.



Batease LLC
Diane Carrk L.A.c
dianecarrk@bateaseacupuncture.com
Office: 518-810-5224
Neighborhood Family Clinics
1580 Heritage Blvd., West Salem, WI 54669