What does it feel like? Does acupuncture hurt?
Acupuncture needles are extremely thin and the insertion is painless for most patients. Many patients experience a relaxed and peaceful state during the session, and many people fall asleep Each unique person experiences acupuncture treatment differently. Many patients will feel nothing, while others may feel heaviness, distention, dull ache, warmth and/or a tingling sensation. The amount of sensation varies between different point locations on the body and different people’s sensitivity level. If you have any questions or anxiety about needles, please share them with Hadley before or during your treatment. Her technique is very gentle and she is sensitive to her patients’ needs. Your comfort, before, during, and after acupuncture, is of paramount importance. If you prefer, she can use fewer needles or do a non-needle treatment instead.
