The number of treatments varies from person to person. The number and frequency of treatments will depend largely on the duration and intensity of the disorder, individual circumstances, the desired outcome, and the age and constitution of the patient. The improvements with acupuncture can be felt straightaway in some cases but is often a progressive improvement over time. We suggest that 5 regular sessions can give you an appreciation of the effects of acupuncture. Naturally to achieve your goals more quickly the more frequently you receive treatments the quicker the progress.