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Kansas City Acupuncturist At Back And Bodyworks Kansas City Massage Talks About What To Expect At Your First Session

Sarah Fruetel has joined Back and Bodyworks as a Master of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture….

What To Expect At Your First Acupuncture Session from our Sarah Fruetel…

What to expect

First Session
The first treatment starts with a thorough medical history and in-depth assessment of your condition. This usually takes 45 minutes, f

ollowed by another 30 to 45 minutes of treatment time. On the first appointment, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete the initial intake. All appointments after, require much less questioning and time.During the first appointment, it may seem that unconventional questions are asked, but they are important to help assess for a complete Chinese Medical diagnosis. These questions are based around lifestyle, sleep, emotions, digestion, etc. It is important to note that everyone expresses patterns of disharmony in unique ways based on his or her own constitution and the time it takes for the resolution for each person varies. This evaluation will be assessed and I will explain the treatment plan.

How to prepare
• Be sure to wear something comfortable and preferably loose so access for needling is available.

• Bring a list of all medications you take
• Feel free to bring any questions
• Eat a small snack before treatment
• Note any changes following the treatment
• No partying or heavy exercise following a treatment

What to expect after treatment
Individual responses vary, however the most common is a relaxed state. Some change for the better is always important. It is also important to keep up with the treatment plan so that every treatment can build on the previous rather than starting over every session

Follow-up treatments
Each acupuncture treatment will vary depending on the individual or the condition and may include a combination of acupuncture, herbal medicine, and/or cupping. Acupuncture needles are typically retained for about 15-30 minutes. The goal is to offer a healthy and comfortable treatment environment. Some people even find themselves falling asleep during their acupuncture treatment. A follow up with a re-evaluation is done every 3 to 4 treatments to keep you on the path to wellness.

If you would be intrested in a free consultation to see if you are a candidate for acupuncture, please feel free to call us at Back and Bodyworks 816-420-8800 or you may schedule online on our Facebook page.