Does Acupuncture Hurt? What You Need To Know Before Your First Session.

From an outsider’s perspective, getting acupuncture treatment looks a little alien in nature and definitely painful. After all, if I stick a sewing needle into my hand or arm or face or foot, then it will be incredibly painful and may even require medical intervention to heal the damage. Shots hurt! Vaccines hurt! Tattoos hurt! So, by that logic, getting a dozen or more needles pressed into your body during an acupuncture session must be excruciating, right? Wrong. We’re here to set the record straight about acupuncture, and its benefits and exactly how painful it can be (here’s a hint, it’s not painful!). So, if you’re a first timer and curious about entering into the wonderful world of acupuncture therapy, then this article is a great starting point!

What To Expect When You Are Undergoing Acupuncture For The First Time

Ok, the long and the short of it is that acupuncture just isn’t painful. In fact, you can experience intense release and relaxation during a session, including your very first session. Yes, it involves needles, but these needles are many times smaller than your average painful sewing needle and are clinically designed by experts to produce the maximum amount of benefit while minimizing any felt or perceived amount of pain. We can fit 10 of our needles inside the shaft of a typical needle at the doctor's office. They are that thin and soft. The number one thing we hear at our office is "that tickles", not "ouch". During the session many people say that it is the most relaxed they have ever felt. Some feel they go somewhere between heaven and earth- it is that euphoric of a feeling.

How Can Acupuncture Be Virtually Pain Free?

If you’re wondering how exactly getting poked by a bunch of needles can be virtually pain free, then you’ve come to the right place. Acupuncture needles are very fine and their points are designed to penetrate your skin cells without damaging them. The acupuncturists at Eagle Acupuncture are trained, over 4,000 hours, to help to place the needles in specific places around your body to reduce the chances of any felt pain. Not all acupuncturists have that much training so feel free to ask them. Those who perform dry needling usually only have 30 hours of training. Rest assured that not only does acupuncture not hurt, but it can be considered a relaxing therapy session much like a mud bath, cupping, or massage. 

How Long Does An Acupuncture Session Typically Last?

At Eagle Acupuncture, our sessions typically last up to 1 full hour, but we are happy to customize this time to your specific schedule and needs. Just talk to us and we can get you set up with a session that is right for you.

Get Started With Us At Eagle Acupuncture or Telemedicine

Give us a call to learn more or to ask any questions that you may have about treating what ails you and we’ll be happy to get you on the schedule for your first visit. Don't live near us? No problem. We offer telemedicine with our mastery in complex conditions treated with herbal medicine, supplements and lifestyle changes. Here is our number: 208 938 1277. 

For The Road
We hope you enjoyed learning about the benefits and fundamentals of acupuncture and TCM for treating just about any disease, pain free If you would like to know more about this or any of our excellent services, we are happy to help. Just contact us and we can go over your options and help you find the best path for your health and fertility goals. We hope these tips have helped you along your journey. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please reach out to us HERE.