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What about the needles used? |
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Members use single use pre-sterilised disposable needles, which as disposed of after each treatment. The Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (UK) members observe the Code of Practice which lays down stringent standards of hygiene and sterilisation of equipment. |
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How will I feel after acupuncture? |
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Usually patients feel relaxed and calm following treatment. Occasionally you may feel tired or drowsy for a few hours if the treatment has been particularly strong or there may be a short term flaring up of your symptoms as your Qi clears and resettles itself. |
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What is the difference between the ATCM and other acupuncturists? |
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We understand that there are differences in style and practice of acupuncture outside of China, such as Five Element acupuncture, trigger points acupuncture or dry needles. The ATCM registers practitioner members who have extensive training in Chinese medical theories and Chinese style of acupuncture (irrespective of any prior western medical training) of at least 3 years full time (or part-time equivalent) and which includes the requisite western medical sciences. |
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What does treatment involve? |
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Before you actually receive treatment, the acupuncturist will want to take a history in order to make a clear diagnosis of your condition; this may involve a tradition Chinese history as well as a Western diagnosis. In skilled hands, acupuncture is a relatively painless procedure. When the acupuncture needles are actually inserted they are usually left in place for between 15 and 30 minutes.
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Not usually. A dull ache often develops at the point (considered to be a good therapeutic sign) but the needles are so fine that people having acupuncture for the first time are pleasantly surprised, finding the treatment to be very relaxing and therapeutic
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