My First Acupuncture Appointment

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Well, guys, I did it! I went to see the acupuncturist to help me with (primarily) pain and inflammation. We talked for about 20 minutes about health history, and what I was wanting to be treated for. She then did cupping (you might have heard athletes talk about using cupping to get rid of inflammation), followed by the needles for acupuncture. There was no pain except briefly, while doing the cupping, and she quickly made an adjustment that eased the pain. I didn’t even feel the needles going in. I go back next week, and I feel pretty optimistic. I don’t feel any different, but it was just one visit, and right now it is after 2pm, and I’m not feeling any back pain. She went over foods most beneficial for inflammation, and which ones made it worse. She also recommended dry brushing, which I had heard about (it helps the lymphatic system), and you do that by yourself at home. In addition, the drink I replaced Coke with after I gave it up; the healthy “energy” drink, is something she drinks too. And once again, I use “energy” drink loosely. It is not full of junk like those you see in stores. So that was how the appointment went. Afterwords, my dad took me to lunch, and I went to the grocery store. What did you do today so far?