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Hoku Integrated Healthcare

Acupuncturist Serving the Westshore | Victoria BC

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Fear of Needles

We do realize that most people unfortunately don’t try acupuncture because they have a fear of needles, likely due to the memory of previous childhood vaccinations. Acupuncture needles are tiny in comparison being only a few hair widths in diameter. Our acupuncturist had a fear of needles as well until she discovered the health benefits that acupuncture gave her. She uses a gentle technique and checks often to make sure you are comfortable.

If you were able to tolerate a tattoo, even a small one, you will tolerate acupuncture. At Hoku we’ve discovered over the years that most people’s fears are based in the unknown, and once we insert a few needles, the fear is gone. Acupuncture needles are so very small that you will only feel a sensation for about a second, and then it goes quickly goes away. Even if you don’t have a tattoo, most people can easily tolerate the sensation, and then really relax into the experience and even fall asleep.

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Tuesday – 9:30-5PM
Wednesday – 11AM-7PM
Thursday – 11AM–7PM
Friday – 9:30-5PM
Saturday – 10:30-4PM
Sunday – Closed
Monday – Closed

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1910 Sooke Rd #204a
Victoria, BC
V9B 1V7

778-966-7100

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We Are Helping You Stay Safe

As of November 19/20 by order of the Provincial Health Officer we are now requiring you wear a mask to your appointments.  We have an intensive COVID-19 protocol, continue to wear masks, screen both ourselves and our patients, AND sanitize the clinic between visits.

Together We Win!

COVID-19 UPDATE

It is our pleasure to announce we are now booking appointments.

Rest assured that we have taken the safety of you and your loved ones to heart and have
implemented current high standards of practice that minimize your risk of contracting
coronavirus.

We look forward to seeing you.