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What to Expect at Your First  Appointment

Before your First Visit

• Click to  schedule http://www.stpaulca.com/schedule-online/
• You should receive a online information form (this is not to be printed out) to complete before your appointment.  Be sure and check your spam folder since business emails are often sent there.  Please fill it out before you arrive to help keep things running smoothly. If that is impossible  please arrive 5 (FIVE) to 10 (TEN) minutes early.
• Wear comfortable, loose clothing that can be rolled up to your elbows and knees. You will not need to undress. Wear a solid mask (no mesh) that covers your nose and mouth.
•  1st appointments generally take a hour.

 At the Clinic:

Please  speak quietly in the treatment room.  

• If you have an appointment and need to complete the online form.
  Please wait in the front area if I am not there.

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Payment

• Please pay before you enter the back area. We’ll show you the systems on your first visit.
• To pay by cash or check: write your first name  on an envelope the marker, put cash or check in the envelope, and place the envelope in the basket to the right when you enter the treatment room.   Please bring the exact amount you would like to pay.
• To pay by card:  Directions are on the bulletin board.

 Treatment

• Bring your own blanket if possible or take one off the shelf.
  
• Choose a reclining chair that has a sheet on it.
  
• Remove any watches or bracelets that may interfere with us placing needles on the  lower portion of your limbs.
• Place your belongings  in the basket.
  
• Roll up your shirt sleeves and pants to just above the elbows and knees.
• Recline your chair, relax, and your assessment and treatment will begin shortly.
• We have air purifiers running in the treatment room; you are welcome to bring iPods or other personal listening devices. People do snore sometimes; if snoring, talking, or people moving about in the room bothers you, consider bringing a personal device. You are also welcome to bring your own neck pillows. The lighting is dim but some people like to bring sleep masks.

Consultation

During your consultation, your acupuncturist will review your Health History and ask questions that will help identify the appropriate treatment.   On your return visit we will do a check-in at the chair. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. 

 You’re done!  On the way out,  place the blankets and sheet in the appropriate bag.  Let us know if you’d like to schedule a follow-up visit or you can do this online.

Acupuncture is a process. While there are those that respond in 1 or 2 treatments most conditions, especially chronic conditions, will take several treatments.   To gain a better understanding of the process please take a look at the following article.    HOW TO MAKE ACUPUNCTURE WORK

Thanks, we’re glad you’re making acupuncture part of your care.

Missed Appointments

Acupuncture: To sustain our low-cost clinic, we depend on having a busy schedule and giving a high volume of acupuncture treatments.

Please notify us of any changes or cancellations at least 6 hours before your appointment time, so that another person can re-book your time slot. No shows will be charged $25.