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What to Expect
· Your first visit will begin with an in depth assessment of your condition and an initial treatment. Plan to be in the office approximately 2 hours for your inital intake and treatment. Plan to be in the office one hour for returning visits.
· Results will vary individually. After you are evaluated, your practitioner will develop a treatment plan. ·
In general,
a good rule is to initially plan on several treatments for desired results. Choosing an Acupuncturist
· The State of Tennessee began licensing acupuncturists in 2003.
· You should seek out a licensed acupuncturist trained in an ACAOM approved school who is nationally board certified by the NCCAOM.
· ACAOM approval insures a well rounded education of at least 3 years duration in both Chinese and Western medical theory including a minimum of 700 clinical hours.
· Most medical doctors and chiropractors who practice acupuncture have only 150-200 hours of total training. While their western medical background may provide additional benefits, they are not versed in the subtleties of TCM.
· Please feel free to ask about their background and experience.
· Finally, choose someone you feel comfortable with and who will answer your questions and willingly communicate expectations and feedback.
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