During the acupuncture weight loss course patients should keep a diet of 1000-1200 calories. At the first appointment the doctor checks the general condition of the client and recommends a personalised diet. The best result in weight loss can be gained by treatments taken 3 times a week. Generally one course is for 4-6 weeks and results in 7-10 kgs of weight loss. Needles, which are sterile and disposable, are inserted in the ears for 30-40 minutes. As acupuncture has no side effects, the treatments can be repeated.
In the following cases acupuncture can not be used:
too young, too old, pregnant, in the first 6 months of breastfeeding, in the case of tumour and very week health
If a client is haemophilic laser acupuncture is suggested, in the case of metal allergy, golden needles are used.