Aftercare guide
Medical acupuncture aftercare
Worried about anything after your treatment? Call or message the clinic on 07958 129660. If it is urgent and you cannot reach us, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.
What to do
- Take things gently for the rest of the day if you feel tired
- Drink water and eat regularly
- Avoid alcohol and strenuous exercise for a few hours after treatment
- Keep a simple note of your symptoms between sessions to help Andrea track your progress
- Keep taking any prescribed medication unless your doctor advises otherwise
- Contact us or your GP if any symptom worsens or something does not feel right
What is normal
- Minor bleeding or a small bruise where a needle was placed
- A brief dull ache or tingling at the point during treatment
- Feeling tired, light-headed or very relaxed afterwards
When to call
Serious problems with acupuncture are rare when it is given by a trained practitioner using sterile, single-use needles. Fainting can occasionally happen, which is why you are treated lying down and asked to sit up slowly. Very rarely, a needle placed over the chest can puncture the lining of the lung, and Andrea's training and careful needle placement are designed to avoid this. Tell us straight away if you feel unwell during or after a session.
The clinic number is 07958 129660. If you are worried, call or message rather than wait. If you cannot reach us and it is urgent, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.