Precautions for Acupuncture Treatment

Precautions for Acupuncture Treatment

Before Acupuncture

1. Avoid Intense Activities: Do not undergo acupuncture immediately after vigorous exercise, emotional upheaval, or sexual activity.
2. Maintain Proper Nutrition: Avoid being in a state of extreme hunger before the session.

During Acupuncture

1. Stay Calm: Try to keep your emotions stable.
2. Limit Distractions: Avoid using your phone, making calls, or engaging in casual conversation with the practitioner.
3. Focus on the Sensation: Concentrate on the sensations from the needles to enhance the therapeutic effect.

After Acupuncture

1. Follow Medical Advice: To ensure the longevity of the treatment’s effects, adhere strictly to the acupuncturist’s recommendations and avoid activities that could counteract the benefits.
2. Maintain Calm: The body is in an adjustment phase after acupuncture, so it’s crucial to stay calm and avoid activities that could disrupt the flow of qi and blood.
3. Avoid Certain Activities: Do not engage in saunas, gua sha (scraping therapy), cupping, applying medicated plasters, intensive exercises, consuming random health supplements, soaking feet in hot water, or engaging in excessive sexual activities immediately after acupuncture. These activities could diminish the effects of the treatment. It is advisable to avoid these activities for at least a day after the session.
4. Rest and Diet: Ensure you get enough rest (aim to sleep before 10 PM) and avoid overexertion. Maintain a regular diet and avoid consuming cold foods and iced drinks.

Long-term Considerations

1. Lifestyle and Emotional Well-being: Many health issues stem from long-term poor lifestyle habits or emotional states. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) aims to balance qi and blood and harmonize yin and yang.
2. Chronic Conditions: For chronic illnesses, if lifestyle adjustments are not made, the treatment effects can be significantly reduced. Close cooperation with the acupuncturist’s guidelines and maintaining a balanced lifestyle can lead to unexpected and positive changes in your health.

By adhering to these guidelines, patients can maximize the benefits of acupuncture and support their journey towards better health.