Q: Availability of parking?
A: Yes, we have it.
Q: Can I pay by credit card?
A: We do not accept credit cards. Cash or JUICE payment only.
Q: Is the facility barrier-free?
A: The facility is not completely barrier-free, but there is wheelchair access from the entrance to the treatment rooms. The treatment rooms are on the ground floor and exercises are on the first floor, so those wishing to exercise will need to use the stairs to get to the first floor on their own.
Q: VISITING HOME
A: In principle, we do not accept VISITING HOME because it may limit the treatment equipment and space, and may affect the effectiveness of the treatment.
Q: Are the needles used hygienic?
A: All needles used in the clinic are disposable and made in Japan, so the risk of infection is extremely low.
Q: What should I be aware of when receiving Nippon Massage?
A: The pressure can be adjusted, so do not hesitate to ask your therapist. Strong pressure on thin muscles may cause pain the next day, but it will lessen within 24 hours. Pressure with a mild pain that feels somewhat pleasant is most likely to produce a therapeutic effect. The stronger the pressure and the more painful the pressure, the less effective the treatment will be.
Q: What should I be aware of when undergoing Exercise Therapy?
A: If you are not in the habit of exercising on a regular basis, you may experience muscle soreness for 12 to 72 hours after exercise. It is very likely that the exercise was performed appropriately, but if you are so sore that you cannot move at all, it is very likely that you overdose, so please inform your practitioner and ask him or her to adjust the doses for the next time. Therefore, the first time or if there is a large gap between the last and the next exercise therapy, a lower dose is usually performed.
Q: Do I need to change my clothes?
A: Yes, we have two types of clothes (M size and LL size), so if you need to expose your skin during acupuncture treatment, you may be asked to change into something else. You may also change into something you have brought with you. (However, we recommend that you wear a regular bra, as wearing a sports bra can interfere with acupuncture needles on the shoulders and upper back.)
Q: Can You Combine Acupuncture With Other Services?
A: Yes, many patients combine acupuncture with other services. Pairing acupuncture with other treatments may increase the benefits of both. Acupuncture can be a valuable add-on service to: Massage, Stretching and exercise therapy.
Q: How Often Should You Get Acupuncture?
A: How often a patient should get acupuncture depends on their health and the condition being treated. Sessions might be weekly, monthly or something in between. Generally, frequent regular acupuncture sessions provide the most improvement. Regular sessions can also help patients attain long-term benefits.
However, your provider will tailor any acupuncture treatment to your personal needs. Our team can help you develop a treatment schedule that offers optimum benefits and works with any other therapies you're receiving.
Q: Does Acupuncture Hurt?
A: Acupuncture uses extremely thin needles that shouldn't hurt when inserted correctly. Most people report minimal or no pain as the needle is placed. Sometimes, people feel a mild and temporary muscle ache, but overall, acupuncture shouldn't be painful. If anything is uncomfortable during a session, you should let your provider know.
Q: How Long Do the Benefits of Acupuncture Last?
A: How long the benefits of acupuncture last depend on several factors: Patient's age, Patient's overall health
Condition being treated, How long the patient has been getting acupuncture treatments, Whether the patient is receiving other treatment for the condition, Any other coexisting conditions.
Initially, the benefits of acupuncture can last a few days to a couple of weeks after each session. Over time acupuncture can provide longer-lasting, or even permanent, relief from pain, inflammation and other problems.
Q: Are there any side effects?
A: As acupuncture involves the insertion of needles there will sometimes be a small bruise where the needle was inserted. Occasionally, people can feel dizzy or tired after a treatment, but this passes quickly. To help your acupuncturist ensure that there are no unwanted side effects, please let them know any medications that you are taking, such as anti-coagulants. Also let them know if feel hot or the room is stuffy, or you are hungry/thirsty.
Serious side effects such as a punctured lung or infection are very rare.
If you have a bleeding disorder, such as haemophilia, or are taking any medicines such as anticoagulant medicine, talk to your GP or acupuncture practitioner before you have acupuncture.
It's generally safe to have acupuncture when you're pregnant. However, let your acupuncture practitioner know if you're pregnant because certain acupuncture points cannot be used safely during pregnancy.