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Article: Acupuncture; Treatment.(complication and side effects)
- Article from:
- NWHRC Health Center - Acupuncture
- Article date:
- March 16, 2005
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Here are some guidelines to follow before going for acupuncture treatment:
* Don't eat an extremely heavy meal or drink alcohol right before or after your treatment.
* Don't overexert yourself.
* Try to arrange your schedule so you can get some rest afterward, especially early on in the process. If you can't, at least avoid scheduling activities that require you to be in top physical and mental condition. You may feel very relaxed or even tired after your session.
* Wear comfortable clothes.
* Continue taking your medications as directed by your health care professional, but make sure the acupuncturist knows what they are. ...