Oriental Medicine Theory
Oriental Medicine Q&A
- What is Oriental medicine?
- What is acupuncture?
- Why choose acupuncture?
- How does acupuncture work scientifically?
- What are the health benefits of acupuncture?
- Which conditions respond to acupuncture?
- What are acupuncture needles like?
- What is Chinese Herbal Medicine?
- Are there any side effects from using Chinese herbs?
- Are herbal medicines safe?
- How are Chinese herbs different than Western herbs?
- Is acupuncture covered by medical insurance?
- Is acupuncture covered by Workers' Compensation?
- Is acupuncture covered under personal injury claims?
- Is acupuncture effective for women's health issues?
- Can Oriental medicine be used to treat children's illnesses?
- Is acupuncture effective for sports, work and auto injuries?
- How effective is acupuncture for headaches, neck and back pain?
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Length, Course and Frequency of Treatment
Length of Treatments
Due to the extensive evaluation and diagnosis that takes place on your initial visit, a period of one hour or more may be required. Subsequent visits will vary between 30 and 60 minutes depending on the nature of your particular condition that day.
Course of Treatments
The number of treatments necessary depends upon the nature, depth and seriousness of the disorder. Other influencing factors include your current lifestyle habits, medications you may be taking, and how well you follow recommendations given to you.
You should notice some positive changes in your health within four to six treatments, if not sooner. However, it is important to remember that everybody has a different rate and pattern of recovery.
Once the course of treatment is complete, you may need to return if symptoms reoccur, or if new ones develop. In addition, further treatment for maintenance care or for preventative health measures may be advised.
Frequency of Treatments
The frequency of treatments needed varies from individual to individual. At the beginning, it may be necessary to treat you up to several times a week. Once your body starts to respond, the frequency of treatments will gradually taper, leaving longer intervals between visits.
Referrals
Referrals are the highest form of compliment. We appreciate the confidence you express when you refer your friends and loved ones for our services.
Acu-Care Health Centers has two convenient San Diego locations to serve you:
| Office Location | Hours of Operation |
| Central San Diego Office 2852 Adams Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 Phone: 619.282.8068 Fax: 619.282.5966 |
Monday - 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday - 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. |
| South Bay Office 4514 Bonita Road Bonita, CA 91902-1427 Phone: 619.470.4714 Fax: 619.470.3452 |
Monday - 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |