Your starting plan
8–12 visits • 1–2 visits/week. This is a preliminary care plan, not an average time to heal or a guaranteed result.
What to expect
Possible goals: less pain and stiffness; easier walking and stairs. Arthritis is not reversed.
After treatment
Continue low-impact movement and prescribed strengthening; pace activity.
How we track progress
Pain, stiffness, walking and stairs.
After 2–4 treatments
We will review your response and daily function, then refine your timeline, visit frequency and next steps.
When to seek medical care
A hot, swollen, red joint, fever, major trauma or inability to bear weight needs prompt evaluation.
Acupuncture is supportive care. It does not replace medical diagnosis, necessary treatment or emergency services.