Elevating Your Experience: Summit Clinic Guidelines
Summit Acupuncture has straightforward office policies. For all of our treatment options at our Philadelphia clinic, we kindly request your adherence to these established guidelines.
Punctuality: Amplify Your Summit Experience
At Summit, we kindly request that patients arrive 5-10 minutes ahead of their scheduled appointments. Timeliness ensures we can provide the best possible care during your acupuncture, dry needling, and massage therapy treatments. Let's make every moment count!
Timeliness Counts: Late Arrival Policies
Should you arrive more than 9 minutes late for your appointment, rescheduling and a cancellation fee may apply. We'll do our best to accommodate late arrivals based on schedule availability and individual circumstances. Please inform us via text if you're running late, so we can adjust accordingly.
Booking Mindfully:
Cancellations & Rescheduling
Should you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please be aware that doing so within 48 hours of the treatment time will incur a cancellation fee equivalent to the full cost of the session. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining a considerate scheduling environment.
FAQ
What is the mechanism behind acupuncture?
Acupuncture activates nerves while enhancing blood and lymphatic circulation throughout the body. By soothing the sympathetic nervous system, augmenting blood and lymph flow, and releasing endorphins, acupuncture alleviates inflammation and restores nerves, fostering healing and optimal functioning across all bodily systems.
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Is the needle insertion painful?
Acupuncture needles are much finer and smaller than those used in medical settings. The sensation of needle insertion is distinctive and typically pain-free; occasionally, a minor pinch might be experienced, but it's generally not painful.
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Do I need to trust in acupuncture for it to be effective?
No, your belief system doesn't influence the efficacy of acupuncture. Research has demonstrated that patients achieve positive outcomes irrespective of their convictions. Even the most skeptical individuals often become ardent supporters of acupuncture.
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How many sessions are required?
Most patients begin to notice results during or shortly after their initial session. The majority of individuals see a complete resolution or substantial improvement in their health issues following 4-12 treatments.