Here you will find brief, general answers about the procedure, safety and individual assessment. The suitability of a method and the session plan are decided after taking a medical history and carrying out a clinical assessment.
The information does not replace diagnosis or treatment and must not be used to delay contacting a healthcare professional.
Using the frequently asked questions
These answers provide an introduction to acupuncture-related questions. You do not have to read them in a fixed order. Start with the question closest to your concern and note anything that needs a personal explanation. A general answer describes a framework; your situation may involve a different history, medication or need for investigation. If two pieces of information seem inconsistent, identify them and ask for clarification. Reading becomes more useful when it leads to specific questions rather than an attempt to diagnose yourself or choose a treatment entirely from online descriptions without an individual assessment.
Diagnosis and individual suitability
Discussion of a method for a symptom does not establish its suitability for every person. Ask whether an existing diagnosis provides enough context or whether another assessment needs to come first. Mention reports and instructions you already have rather than assuming everyone needs identical investigations. Acupuncture should be discussed alongside the wider care plan. Do not change medication or another treatment because of a general answer. When something remains unclear, put the question to the responsible professional with relevant information about your own medical history, current symptoms and the reason you are considering the approach.
Questions about the first application
Before a procedure, ask for a plain description of the application area, the equipment and what you might feel. Technical vocabulary is not necessary to express a concern. Mention previous difficulty with needles, fainting or any reaction you want to discuss. Clarify how to communicate during the visit and which instructions relate to the actual application afterwards. Practical considerations differ between methods. An answer about traditional needling may not cover electrical stimulation or laser use. Asking which explanation applies to your proposed visit helps prevent assumptions based on another procedure or a previous appointment of a different type.
Session numbers and review
It is reasonable to ask how many appointments might be considered, but the answer needs a defined goal. Ask what will be monitored, when it will be reviewed and how the next step will be decided. No single session count guarantees the same result across different concerns and medical histories. A short record of activity, rest or symptom frequency can help describe changes. Mention other changes in care so that the overall picture is not automatically attributed to one factor. The plan should remain open to revision in response to your experience and changing priorities.
Prices and the total cost
Contact Satory directly for current charges. Clarify whether the first price includes assessment and an application, what a later session covers and whether combined methods have a different cost. If several visits are suggested, ask why and when their usefulness would be reconsidered. A price without a service description does not always support a meaningful comparison. A personal budget should use clear information rather than an assumed promise of results. Also ask how to change an appointment if another commitment arises, so that practical arrangements are understood before you set aside time or plan your journey.
When your question is not listed
You can organise questions into three groups: what the method involves, how it relates to your situation and what is needed practically for a visit. This helps keep a significant concern from being lost among smaller details. A new or changing symptom may require appropriate medical assessment rather than a general enquiry. Use the contact and appointment information for scheduling questions. Keep personal treatment decisions for an assessment based on your history, with enough time for explanation. Writing down a few priorities can make that discussion easier to follow and help you identify anything still unresolved.
Use the answers to prepare your own questions
These questions bring together concerns that often arise before someone first explores medical acupuncture. Read them alongside the introduction to the particular method and note what you would like clarified. You do not need to decide on your own how many sessions to have or which approach suits your situation. An individual assessment considers information that a general answer cannot contain.
Explore the medical acupuncture methods and the appointment process. Satory is at 3 Paradisou and Epidavrou in Marousi. The Contact page provides the public telephone number and location details to help you plan your visit.
Basic questions before a session
What is medical acupuncture?
It is the application of very fine needles at selected points on the body following an assessment. It may be used as a complementary approach in certain cases, without replacing diagnosis or indicated treatment.
What does the first assessment include?
It includes a discussion of the reason for the visit, medical history, current treatment and relevant precautions, to assess whether a method is suitable and, if so, which one.
Does acupuncture hurt?
The sensation varies from person to person. A brief prick or mild local discomfort may be felt. If the pain is severe, inform the physician immediately.
How many sessions are needed?
There is no single number of sessions for everyone. The plan depends on medical history, the goal, the response and the clinical assessment, and is reassessed as treatment progresses.
Is acupuncture safe?
It is generally considered safe when performed correctly with sterile, single-use needles. However, local pain, slight bleeding, bruising, dizziness or nausea may occur, while incorrect application can cause serious complications.
Can it be combined with medication?
Current treatment must be disclosed before the session. Acupuncture is not a reason to stop or reduce medication, and any change must be made only on the treating physician’s instructions.
What should I report before a session?
Report all medicines, particularly anticoagulants, pregnancy, clotting disorders, infection or a skin problem at the application site and, especially if electroacupuncture is being considered, any implanted electrical device.