Once you decide that you want to try acupuncture to alleviate your health concerns, you will make an appointment with a professional acupuncturist. At this appointment, the acupuncturist will carry out a physical examination and assessment to determine the best course of action. Depending on where the needles need to be inserted, you may be asked to lie face-up, face-down or on your side on the treatment table. The acupuncture treatment may last up to 30 minutes, and will likely be repeated several times over the following weeks, until the health issue is rectified. more... See more text