5 Q U E S T I O N S Y O U N E E D T O A S K B E F O R E Y O U

C H O O S E A C U P U N C T U R E

ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF NORTHERN

VIRGINIA

You may have heard about people using acupuncture to alleviate chronic pain or to

quit smoking. But there is so much more to this ancient Chinese technique. This

booklet will help you to learn more about acupuncture and its amazing benefits.

I N T R O

Q U E S T I O N # 1

W H A T T Y P E S O F C O N D I T I O N S D O E S

A C U P U N C T U R E T R E A T ?

Acupuncture is considered to be a type of holistic medicine. Unlike traditional Western medicine which mainly treats the symptoms of an illness, holistic medicine like acupuncture aims to treat the mind, body and soul of the person. Therefore, acupuncture can treat a variety of conditions. Many people sing the praises of how acupuncture has helped with headaches, back pain, infertility, allergies and even hot flashes.

Q U E S T I O N # 2

Chinese acupuncture believes the body is made up of pathways or meridians. Each of these meridians is connected to an organ system. Energy flows through these organ systems. At various times in our lives the energy may flow easily or there may be a blockage. Acupuncture works by accessing these meridians at different points on the body to allow the energy to flow easily through the organ systems.

H O W D O E S A C U P U N C T U R E

W O R K ?

Q U E S T I O N # 3

Acupuncture needles are hair-like. They don’t feel like regular needles that you would experience in the doctor’s office. The person may feel a slight sensation when the needle is inserted especially if their is pain in that area. The needles are so thin that almost ten of them could fit inside the hollow part of a hypodermic needle!

D O T H E N E E D L E S H U R T ?

Q U E S T I O N # 4

That depends! Some people respond quickly to acupuncture treatment. However, for those with chronic pain, more sessions may be needed. Typically within three sessions an acupuncturist will be able to map out a plan of how long it will take for the patient to see results.

H O W M A N Y S E S S I O N S W I L L I

N E E D ?

Q U E S T I O N # 5

Acupuncture is one of the therapies that is covered by many insurance plans. The best option would be to check with your provider before scheduling a session. Although your insurance may cover treatments, many acupuncturists do not bill insurance and will require full payment after the session. The acupuncturist will give you a receipt to use for reimbursement from the insurance company if applicable.

W I L L M Y I N S U R A N C E C O V E R

A C U P U N C T U R E ?

SCHEDULE A PHONE SESSION WITH LINDA TO DETERMINE IF ACUPUNCTURE IS A GOOD FIT FOR YOUR

HEALTH CONDITIONS.

N E X T S T E P S

The Acupuncture Center of Northern Virginia is one of the oldest acupuncture practices in Virginia and has been in operation since 1997. It is owned by Linda Lloyd. Ms. Lloyd believes that acupuncture is a safe and natural way for patients to help heal themselves by bringing their bodies into balance. Ms. Lloyd is also a strong advocate of informing patients of the practice about all the daily activities that they can do for themselves to maintain optimal health. It is her passion to encourage patients to do as much as they can for themselves as their daily activities has a far greater impact on their health than periodic visits to a health professional. Ms. Lloyd is a Diplomate in Acupuncture from the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She is licensed to practice acupuncture by the Virginia Board of Medicine.

ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA

101 S. WHITING STREETSUITE 301

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304703.370.1077

LINDA@ACUPUNCTURENOVA.COM

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