Frequently Asked Questions About
Acupuncture & Chinese Herb

-- What is acupuncture?
 -- What problems can be treated by acupuncture?
 -- How deep do the needles go?
 -- Does it hurt?
 -- Are the needles clean?
 -- How does acupuncture work?
 -- Are there different styles of acupuncture?
 -- What criteria should one use in choosing an acupuncturist?
 -- How many treatments will I need?
 -- What should I know about the proposed treatments?
 -- Is there anything I need to do before receiving an acupuncture treatment?
 -- Is there anything I need to do while receiving acupuncture?
 -- What can I expect after treatment?
-- What's the difference between Western folk herbalism and Chinese herbal medicine?
 -- Are there any other differences?
 -- Does Chinese herbal medicine work for Western patients?
-- Are all the "herbs" vegetable in origin?
 -- Do all the herbs come from China?
 -- How are Chinese herbal medicines taken?
 -- Why do liquid herbal medicines taste so bad?
 -- What are the benefits of pills and powders?
 -- Do Chinese herbal medicines have side effects?
 -- What is Chinese herbal medicine good for?
 -- Can pregnant women take Chinese herbs?
 -- Can children take Chinese herbal medicine?
 -- What are the benefits of drinking Chinese herb medicines in liquid form?
 -- How long does it take to see results with Chinese herbal medicine?
 -- How do I know if a practitioner is professionally trained in Chinese herbal medicine?