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Recovery of Acupuncture

After acupuncture treatment, you may feel tired or energised. It is usually a good idea to rest after the session to encourage the body to heal itself. Some people feel worse following treatment, as the body tries to rid itself of toxins. You may feel slightly feverish, or sweat a lot, but once this has passed, most people feel significantly better than before acupuncture.

When you first start receiving acupuncture, the treatments are usually a week or two apart. They become less frequent as your health improves, and a typical course of treatment usually lasts five to eight sessions.

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