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TCM is characterized as full of pseudoscience. ... Scientific investigation has not found any histological or physiological evidence for traditional Chinese concepts such as qi, meridians, and acupuncture points.

Body parts where acupuncture needles get inserted can feel sore after needles are removed. Soreness from acupuncture typically dissipates within 24 hours. Although less common than soreness, bruising can occur at the needling site. These bruises usually don't hurt and last a few days after the treatment.

Acupuncture helps bring the toxins out. Don't knowingly put them back in by eating poor-quality food. ... When we conceive of food in this way, fast food and other junk become less appealing. After acupuncture, imagine the foods that would make you feel nourished and healthy, then go eat them.

Replace processed foods with fruits, vegetables, and healthy sources of protein. It is also imperative to drink plenty of water. Few things stunt the energy flow imparted by acupuncture faster than an ice pack.

Some may actually experience benefit after the first treatment. Each session may last 30 minutes to an hour, with the needles being retained for 15 minutes or so. Depending on the condition being treated, duration of sessions may be from two to six sessions.

One promising study from 2015, for example, found that acupuncture improved symptoms in people with anxiety that didn't respond to other treatments, including psychotherapy and medication. Participants received ten 30-minute sessions of acupuncture over the course of 12 weeks.

Acupuncture is working. Although receiving acupuncture is a relaxing, energy-grounding experience, your energy level may rise in the hours and days following a treatment.

This initial evaluation and treatment may take up to 60 minutes. Subsequent appointments usually take about a half-hour. A common treatment plan for a single complaint would typically involve one or two treatments a week. The number of treatments will depend on the condition being treated and its severity.

Side Effects of Acupuncture As with any treatment, acupuncture does pose some risks, the most common being pain and bleeding from the insertion of acupuncture needles. Other adverse effects can include skin rashes, allergic reactions, bruising, pain, bleeding, nausea, dizziness, fainting, or infections.