WHAT TO EXPECT

Whether you are new or returning this information is the key to sucsess. Everything from where to find us to what you can expect during your 1:1 or community acupuncture treatments can be found here.

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  • The clinic address is 1420 Alpha Lake Road suite #202 (shared with Whistler Myofascial Release). Elevator or the stairs will take you to the second level where you will continue down the hall to #202. Washrooms are just to the right of our entrance.

  • There is ample free parking right out front or behind the building.

  • 24 hours. This gives me a chance to reschedule another patient in the place that was reserved for you. Late cancellation fees are charged at 50% and no shows at 100%. In the case of a medical emergency a credit will be applied to your account.

  • Yep! We direct bill many insurers providers including ICBC, Pacific Blue Cross, Medavie Blue Cross, Canada Life, Chambers Of Commerce, Equitable Life, Group Health, Manulife, RWAM, Sunlife, and more. If you don’t see your insurer in our list you can check with us and if we don’t work with your company you will be billed and issued a receipt for your appointment.

  • This allows us to charge your card after your appointment if there is an amount owing beyond insurance coverage. It is also required in the event that you missed appointment without 24 hours notice as your will be charged your full fee as stated in our cancellation policy.

  • You may feel a bit of a pinch when the needles are tapped in, but this should ease right away and if not we can easily adjust to make any uncomfortable sensations go away. A slight ache or heavy feeling near the needle is usually a good sign – a clue that the body is reacting in a productive way. As long as the sensation doesn’t keep you from closing your eyes and resting comfortably, we let them be.

  • Acupuncture works on a relaxation response causing a release of feel-good, pain-relieving endorphins and other biochemicals that promote relaxation, recovery and optimal function at a cellular level.

  • Acupuncture provides natural relief for a range of conditions, including chronic pain, stress, anxiety, hormonal imbalances, migraines, insomnia, digestive disorders, and musculoskeletal issues. It's particularly beneficial for athletes seeking performance enhancement or injury recovery and is suitable for individuals of all ages looking for holistic health solutions.

  • Much like working out or eating well, Acupuncture treatments have a cumulative effect, with each treatment building on the last. We expect to see results within 3 visits and a course of treatment is generally 3-12 visits. It’s important to note that most clinical studies consider 12 visits to be a general course of treatment.

    For short-term issues, a handful of acupuncture treatments should do the job. For chronic or long-standing issues, a maintenance schedule of some sort would be in order to keep systems running smoothly and steadily after the initial period of relief and change.

  • YES! Even if you're feeling fine, regular sessions help keep everything running smoothly, like improving digestion, sleep, and stress levels. It's all about staying in top shape and avoiding problems down the road.

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