New Patients

What to Consider for Your First Visit

Step 1: Complete Paperwork

Fill out all required paperwork sent to you prior to your appointment. Refer to the Frequently Asked Questions for additional information.

Step 2: Eat a Meal

It is important to eat before having an acupuncture treatment. It is not advisable to come in for a treatment on an empty stomach.

Step 3: Keep Your Tongue Coat

Do not brush or scrape your tongue the day of your session. An accurate tongue analysis, a key to Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis, requires a tongue’s natural form.

Step 4: Dress Comfortably

Dress in a loose outfit to allow access to selected acupuncture points. Or, we will provide you with a privacy cover to facilitate the treatment.

Step 5: Keep Your Body Warm

There is no downtime after an acupuncture treatment. Post session, drink plenty of room-temperature water, and hold off taking a cold shower to keep your body warm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Is acupuncture painful?

Acupuncture needles are very thin and generally cause minimal discomfort. Many patients find treatments relaxing and may even fall asleep during sessions.

Is acupuncture safe?

Yes. Acupuncture is a safe, well-established therapy when performed by a licensed practitioner using sterile, single-use needles.

What can acupuncture treat?

Acupuncture is effective for a wide range of health concerns, including acute and chronic pain (such as back, neck, joint pain, migraines, and arthritis), emotional and psychological conditions (including anxiety, depression, and insomnia), digestive issues (like irritable bowel syndrome and gastritis), reproductive health (like infertility, menstrual, peri-menopausal/menopausal discomforts), respiratory problems, autoimmune disorders, and can manage side effects from cancer treatments. It also supports immune function, addiction recovery, weight loss, and overall wellness. Each treatment is tailored to your unique needs to promote balance and healing.

What can I expect during my first acupuncture session?

Your first visit lasts about 60 minutes and includes a detailed health assessment, tongue and pulse examination, and a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

How should I prepare for my appointment?

Complete your necessary paperwork prior to your visit to avoid delays. Be sure to eat a meal, dress comfortable clothing and arrive a few minutes early.

How long are follow-up treatments?

Your first visit lasts about 60 minutes and includes a detailed health assessment, tongue and pulse examination, and a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

How many treatments will I need?

Healing varies by individual and condition, as well as how chronic your symptoms are. You should begin to feel the relief within the first few treatments. For longer sustaining results, most patients require 8 to 24 treatments, with progress assessed within the first 6-8 sessions to tailor your plan.

What forms of payment do you accept?

AcuHealth welcomes cash, Zelle payments, and accepts major credit/debit cards.

Do you take insurance?

AcuHealth works with most insurance providers with acupuncture coverage. Please contact me or your insurer to verify your coverage before your appointment.

What is your cancellation policy?

AcuHealth requires a 24-hour notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. This allows other patients to be accommodated and for me to maintain a smooth schedule. The session fee will be charged for late cancellations or no-shows.

What is your privacy policy?

AcuHealth is committed to protecting your privacy and confidentiality. All personal and health information you share is securely stored and used solely to provide you with the best care. We do not share your information without your consent, except as required by law. Your trust and comfort are our highest priorities.

AcuHealth
Acupuncture &
Herbal Medicine

Acupuncture in Granada Hills | Porter Ranch | Northridge | SFV

What to Consider for Your First Visit

Step 1: Complete Paperwork

Step 2: Eat a Meal

Step 3: Keep Your Tongue Coat

Step 4: Dress Comfortably

Step 5: Keep Your Body Warm

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Started

Premier Acupuncture Clinic in the San Fernando Valley | Granada Hills | Porter Ranch | Northridge

AcuHealth Acupuncture &Herbal Medicine

Acupuncture in Granada Hills | Porter Ranch | Northridge | SFV

What to Consider for Your First Visit

Step 1: Complete Paperwork

Step 2: Eat a Meal

Step 3: Keep Your Tongue Coat

Step 4: Dress Comfortably

Step 5: Keep Your Body Warm

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Started

Premier Acupuncture Clinic in the San Fernando Valley | Granada Hills | Porter Ranch | Northridge

AcuHealth
Acupuncture &
Herbal Medicine