Wisdom Traditions Acupuncture - Essex, VT
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DOES ACUPUNCTURE HURT?


Acupuncture in Essex Junction VT 05452 Marni Adhikari
Acupuncture does not hurt.
If you've never had acupuncture before, then the top barrier to getting treatment is probably concern about or fear of needles. Unlike your experiences at the doctor's office getting shots or having blood drawn, acupuncture is not painful and is actually very relaxing. One reason for this is that acupuncture needles are extremely thin, approximately the size of a few human hairs, and are solid.  In fact, about 26 acupuncture needles can fit in the hole in one hypodermic needle. When the needle is inserted, you may feel a sense of pressure or a gentle sensation of 'movement' in different areas of the body, but this is most often not unpleasant or painful.

Japanese Style Acupuncture.
At Wisdom Traditions Acupuncture, our resident acupuncturist Marni Adhikari uses a Japanese needling style in which needles are inserted very shallowly and gently. This is different from most people's experience of needles, whether getting a shot at the doctor's office or going for acupuncture with a different type of acupuncture practitioner. If you've had acupuncture in the past and are curious how Japanese acupuncture is different from what you may have experienced with other forms of acupuncture, there is a wonderful article here: The 7 Key Differences Between Chinese and Japanese Acupuncture.

Ensuring a comfortable experience.
Marni is very conscious of her patients' apprehension or fear of needles. She always walks her patients through the process meditatively, especially for the first treatment. This includes guided breathing, and verbally explaining what she is doing every step of the way.  Marni's top priority is to ensure that her patients are as comfortable as possible. 

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LOCATION

8 Essex Way
​Suite 202
Essex Junction, VT 05452
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CONTACT US

Marni Adhikari, L.Ac
802-578-7368
info@acuwisdom.com
  • Home
    • About WTA
    • Our Philosophy
  • FAQ
    • Does acupuncture hurt?
    • Is acupuncture safe?
    • How does acupuncture work?
    • Who gets acupuncture?
    • Cost & Insurance
    • Clinic Hours
    • Initial Visit
    • What kind of training do acupuncturists have?
    • Do I have to believe in it for it to work?
    • How many treatments will I need?
    • Confidentiality
    • Why we're different
  • About Acupuncture
    • What is Acupuncture?
    • About Eastern Medicine
    • Commonly Treated Symptoms
    • About Five Element Acupuncture
    • Acupuncture for Specific Symptoms & Conditions
  • Testimonials
  • Related Links
    • Articles & Related Links
    • The Wellspring Within
    • CBD Clinic
    • Guided Meditation
    • T-shirts and more >
      • Wellness
      • Tai Chi
      • Know Yourself
      • Self Compassion
      • Listen
      • Gratitude
    • Poetry
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Us Form
    • Map and Directions
    • Schedule an Appointment