Frequently Asked Questions
Style of acupuncture that I practice:
There are many different styles of acupuncture, all equally effective in their own right. Certain practitioners prefer one over the other, and some will use the style that they feel is most fit for the patient and condition being treated, as I do. Although acupuncture first started in China, it has, over centuries, spread to many Asian countries and thus there are many different and distinct styles (Japanese, Korean, Classical, Traditional Chinese Medicine style etc). In my training at the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine, I have been fortunate to receive training in 3 different styles of acupuncture – Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Kiiko Japanese and Five Element Constitutional style. In my treatments I incorporate abdominal palpation and treatment of both front (Yin) and back (Yang) of the body.
What to expect during your appointment
Your first appointment will be 1.5-2 hours long. I will take your detailed medical history, talk about health issues that have brought to you to my office and proceed with a treatment. On subsequent visits your appointment will last between 1-1 1/4 hours. This might be longer than with some other practitioners, but I like to treat both the front and back of the body, unless a patient has physical limitations for this kind of treatment.
What to wear
Please wear comfortable clothing that will give me easy access to various parts of your body (abdomen, back, arms and legs).
Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial rejuvenation
Cosmetic acupuncture is very effective in augmenting your natural beauty and diminishing the signs of ageing. Since acupuncture works on the whole body, it will have more lasting effects than just superficial beauty treatments. By bringing your body into balance you will look and feel better. You can expect a more youthful, radiant appearance with my facial acupuncture treatments. To get the best results it is recommended that you do a series of 10 treatments, 2 times a week for 5 weeks. Aleksandra is certified in Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture protocols for face, neck and abdomen.
Children’s acupuncture
Children have abundant Qi (vital energy) and thus can recover from any illness much quicker than adults. Children up to 6 years old can be very effectively treated without needles, with or without addition of essential oils.
Payments and Insurance Information
Payments are expected at the time of treatment. For your convenience, I accept Cash, Cheque or Credit Card payments (there is 3% service charge for credit card payments).
Many insurance companies cover acupuncture treatment. We participate as Out-of-Network providers with many insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company if you have acupuncture coverage for out-of-network providers or call us and we will verify coverage for you. If you have a Health Spending Account (HSA) you may be able to pay me directly from it, please check with your insurance carrier.
Please note that at this time, Medicare and/or Medicaid do not cover acupuncture treatments.
Cancellation Policy
We require minimum 24 hrs advance notice to cancel all appointments. If less than 24 hrs notice is given, you will be asked to pay for missed appointment. We require credit card information on file for all new patients that wish to schedule an appointment.
Length of Treatments
Adults
First appointment 1.5-2 hrs
Follow-up appointments 1-1 ¼ hrs
Facial acupuncture 1.5 hrs
Tui Na (therapeutic Chinese massage) 30 min
Initial herbal consultation only 1 hr
Children (12 and under)
First appointment 1- 1 1/4 hrs
Follow up appointment 45-60 min
House visits for established patients per request.
There are many different styles of acupuncture, all equally effective in their own right. Certain practitioners prefer one over the other, and some will use the style that they feel is most fit for the patient and condition being treated, as I do. Although acupuncture first started in China, it has, over centuries, spread to many Asian countries and thus there are many different and distinct styles (Japanese, Korean, Classical, Traditional Chinese Medicine style etc). In my training at the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine, I have been fortunate to receive training in 3 different styles of acupuncture – Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Kiiko Japanese and Five Element Constitutional style. In my treatments I incorporate abdominal palpation and treatment of both front (Yin) and back (Yang) of the body.
What to expect during your appointment
Your first appointment will be 1.5-2 hours long. I will take your detailed medical history, talk about health issues that have brought to you to my office and proceed with a treatment. On subsequent visits your appointment will last between 1-1 1/4 hours. This might be longer than with some other practitioners, but I like to treat both the front and back of the body, unless a patient has physical limitations for this kind of treatment.
What to wear
Please wear comfortable clothing that will give me easy access to various parts of your body (abdomen, back, arms and legs).
Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial rejuvenation
Cosmetic acupuncture is very effective in augmenting your natural beauty and diminishing the signs of ageing. Since acupuncture works on the whole body, it will have more lasting effects than just superficial beauty treatments. By bringing your body into balance you will look and feel better. You can expect a more youthful, radiant appearance with my facial acupuncture treatments. To get the best results it is recommended that you do a series of 10 treatments, 2 times a week for 5 weeks. Aleksandra is certified in Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture protocols for face, neck and abdomen.
Children’s acupuncture
Children have abundant Qi (vital energy) and thus can recover from any illness much quicker than adults. Children up to 6 years old can be very effectively treated without needles, with or without addition of essential oils.
Payments and Insurance Information
Payments are expected at the time of treatment. For your convenience, I accept Cash, Cheque or Credit Card payments (there is 3% service charge for credit card payments).
Many insurance companies cover acupuncture treatment. We participate as Out-of-Network providers with many insurance companies. Please check with your insurance company if you have acupuncture coverage for out-of-network providers or call us and we will verify coverage for you. If you have a Health Spending Account (HSA) you may be able to pay me directly from it, please check with your insurance carrier.
Please note that at this time, Medicare and/or Medicaid do not cover acupuncture treatments.
Cancellation Policy
We require minimum 24 hrs advance notice to cancel all appointments. If less than 24 hrs notice is given, you will be asked to pay for missed appointment. We require credit card information on file for all new patients that wish to schedule an appointment.
Length of Treatments
Adults
First appointment 1.5-2 hrs
Follow-up appointments 1-1 ¼ hrs
Facial acupuncture 1.5 hrs
Tui Na (therapeutic Chinese massage) 30 min
Initial herbal consultation only 1 hr
Children (12 and under)
First appointment 1- 1 1/4 hrs
Follow up appointment 45-60 min
House visits for established patients per request.
