No. Actually, acupuncture needles are fine, hair-like wires. A trained
practitioner inserts them painlessly. Generally patients report a
slight achy sensation at the point of insertion. In addition, patients
experience a feeling of peace and euphoria during treatment.
"Are
acupuncturists licensed by the state?"
Yes. Most states have licensure requirements. In Wisconsin, an acupuncturist
is licensed to treat patients for conditions resulting from illness
and disease.
"Are
herbal formulas safe?"
Extremely safe when prescribed by a board-certified herbalist. Chinese
herbal formulas have been effective in treating a quarter of the world's
population for over 5,000 years for common conditions like colds and
flu to chronic diseases such as colitis, asthma, and fibromyalgia.
"How
many treatments will it take?"
How long you come for treatment is dependent on how long you have
had the condition or how severe your condition is. The purpose of
a consultation is to evaluate and assess each individual.