WHY ACUPUNCTURE? Acupuncture provides safe help for a wide range of health problems including chronic and acute pain. Positive results are typically felt within 1-3 sessions. Often there is total elimination of pain. Acupuncture may be an alternative to surgery. Pre-sterilized disposable needles are used. Acupuncture is inexpensive and non-invasive. Some health-care plans , workers compensation and auto insurance provide coverage.