Acupuncture PN FAQ Introduction
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Acupuncture Peripheral Neuropathy FAQ
Q. Can I go to any acupuncturist to treat my peripheral neuropathy?
A. You should seek the services of a Licensed Acupuncturist and ask if they have experience in treating peripheral neuropathy. The Acupuncture Now Foundation has developed a specialized, evidenced-backed training program for Acupuncturists for treating peripheral neuropathy. You can find our Directory of Acupuncturists trained in this protocol on this page or by clicking here.
Q. What can I expect from acupuncture treatment?
A. The treatment takes place in three stages: The first is monitoring for noticeable improvements in your symptoms. The second is building on the initial progress to reach the maximum benefit. In the third stage, your acupuncturist will wind down the treatment checking to make sure that your progress will stay as stable as possible.
Q. How many treatments will it take?
A. Some patients feel marked improvement after 2 to 3 treatments, others can take 6 to 8 treatments. Research has found that 10 treatments are often enough to cause measurable improvements in nerve conduction tests, but some people will need 20 treatments or more to reach the maximum benefit and stabilize that benefit.
Q. How often should I get these treatments?
A. Once a week is usually enough but for some cases twice a week will get better results. Just how many treatments you will need and at what frequency will vary. Your acupuncturist will monitor your progress closely and adjust the treatments as needed.
Q. What if the treatment doesn't work for me?
A. Acupuncture is effective for 75%-80% of stocking and glove PN patients but not 100%. The first stage of the treatment process is where your acupuncturist will determine if the treatment is effective for you.
Q. Are the treatments painful?
A. No. In fact, many PN patients have the opposite problem; their nerve damage makes them unable to feel the needles. The degree of sensation you feel to the acupuncture will also be carefully monitored – a type of acupuncture-based nerve testing.
