Ask the Acupuncturist? Question 1
Olga M. Duclerc M.Sc., L.Ac. National Board-Certified in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM) • July 29, 2026
Does Acupuncture Hurt?
Does acupuncture hurt? 🤔
It's one of the most common questions we hear—and the answer surprises most people. Acupuncture needles are incredibly thin, and most patients find treatments deeply relaxing.
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Joint pain can change the way you move through your day. Getting out of a chair, climbing stairs, opening a jar, or taking a walk may become uncomfortable. Over time, you may start avoiding activities you once enjoyed. If you are living with arthritis, you may be wondering whether acupuncture could help. At Lotus Acupuncture & Wellness in Merrimack, New Hampshire, we offer personalized acupuncture as a complementary option for managing pain. Our goal is to help you move more comfortably and participate in daily life—not simply focus on a number on a pain scale.
At Lotus Acupuncture & Wellness, we believe relaxation is an important part of supporting overall wellness. In today’s busy world, many people spend so much time rushing from one responsibility to the next that they rarely give their body a true opportunity to rest and reset.