Your first visit is much more than an acupuncture appointment—it’s a comprehensive consultation designed to understand your health story. During your 75–90 minute visit, we’ll discuss your current concerns, health history, lifestyle, medications, and goals for care. We’ll also review any imaging or lab work you’ve provided and perform any necessary orthopedic, movement, and Traditional Chinese Medicine assessments, which may include channel palpation, pulse diagnosis, and tongue evaluation. This thorough process allows us to identify the underlying patterns contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan that is tailored specifically to you.
✨ Before You Arrive
- Paperwork: You’ll receive a secure link by email or text for intake forms, which include your health history, medications, and current concerns. Please complete these at least one day prior to your appointment so your practitioner can review them.
- Lab Work & Imaging: If you have recent labs or imaging relevant to your health concerns, you may email them to us in advance within the health portal or bring copies to your visit.
- Remember to bring a sheet or large towel. Please bring a large bath towel or flat sheet to cover the treatment table during your treatment. This simple practice helps us reduce waste and reflects our commitment to caring for both our patients and the environment.
- ID & Essentials: Bring a form of identification and any additional paperwork that may support your care.
✨ Day of Your Visit
- Eat Lightly: Have a meal or snack before your appointment; this helps prevent lightheadedness and supports a smoother treatment.
- Avoid Substances: Please refrain from alcohol or recreational drugs on the day of treatment, as they can alter diagnosis and effectiveness.
- Wear Comfortable Clothing: Loose-fitting clothes are best, allowing easy access to arms, legs, and shoulders. If that’s not possible, we can provide a gown or sheet for coverage.
- Arrive on Time: Each session builds on the last, and timely arrival ensures you receive the full benefit of your treatment.
✨ During Your Treatment
Your treatment will be personalized based on the findings from your consultation. Most visits include acupuncture, while some patients may also benefit from therapies such as motor point therapy, dry needling, cupping, Gua Sha, electroacupuncture, or personalized herbal and lifestyle recommendations. Your practitioner will explain each recommendation and answer any questions before treatment begins.
✨ After Your Visit
Plan to take it easy following treatment. Many patients feel deeply relaxed, and results are often best when you allow your body to rest. Drink plenty of water, avoid strenuous activity, and follow any recommendations from your treatment plan. Your active participation—through lifestyle choices, hydration, rest, and consistency with appointments—plays a key role in your healing journey.
At Seagrass, we see your first visit as the beginning of a partnership in health, one that helps you root, flow, and flourish in every stage of life.
