Prior to their first treatment, many clients find it hard to believe that acupuncture is painless. During treatment different sensations may be experienced including warmth, pressure or an energetic tingling. Although these sensations may be unfamiliar, they are pleasant and relaxing.
Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain relieving substances.
Acupuncture does not interfere with existing Western medical drug therapies. Acupuncture enhances the natural healing tendencies and allows the body to more easily incorporate the functioning of the pharmaceuticals, lessening the impact of possible adverse side effects.