WHAT To Expect
Before your initial appointment, please complete the “New Patient Forms” found in the confirmation email you will receive after booking your first appointment. Please fill these forms out prior to your first visit in order to facilitate a smoother intake process.
It is highly recommended that you eat within an hour before arriving and wear loose fitting clothing.
During your Acupuncture treatment, tiny needles will be inserted into specific points along the meridians to restore a balance of Qi flow throughout the body. External Qi Gong therapy may also be used on some of the points. There are hundreds of acupuncture points on the body, however, an average of 10-20 points are used at one time. Most acupuncture treatments last about 45 minutes. In some cases, the beneficial effects of acupuncture can be felt immediately. Such is often the case for acute conditions. However, in most cases, an average of 8-10 sessions are recommended before long lasting results may be seen.
Acupuncture is relatively painless and patients often experience a deep sense of calm or alignment during and after a treatment. You may feel a slight pinch where the needle is inserted and a spreading or heavy sensation. This indicates that the Qi has been activated at a specific point, which is necessary in order to accomplish the desired outcome. Because New York City living is stressful for so many, all treatments are designed towards both the primary complaint as well as stress-relief/relaxation. In some cases, and if the patient desires, essential oils, guided breathing exercises and visualizations may all be utilized to this end.
Seven Seas Acupuncture is following current Covid-19 safety protocols. Please follow these guidelines for everyone’s safety. Thank you!
If you need to cancel or reschedule because you are feeling ill, there will be no cancellation fee.
Patients are encouraged to wear a mask that covers their nose and mouth to protect themselves and the safety of all patients in the office. Especially if you are immuno-compromised or feeling ill. However, masks are no longer required as per NYC guidelines.