1. I hereby voluntarily consent to be treated by acupuncture and or Chinese Herbs administered by Jacqueline O’Neill, hereinafter referred to as
"Practitioner”.
2. I understand that acupuncture is performed by the
insertion of fine, pre-sterilized disposable acupuncture needles (with or without the addition of electric current) through the skin, or the application of heat to the skin, or both, at certain points on the body, in an attempt to improve body function and/or relieve pain.
3. I acknowledge that, although rare, certain side effects may result from acupuncture. These can include bruising, mild pain or discomfort, a feeling of weakness,
fainting, nausea, and a temporary aggravation of symptoms. These effects are
unusual and of short duration.
4. I accept the fact that no guarantee is made concerning the use and effects of
acupuncture or Chinese herbs.
5. I understand that I may stop treatment at any time.
6. I further understand that the evaluation given me is an energetic assessment of the acupuncture meridian network, and in no way purports to be, or replaces a western
medical examination or diagnosis. In the course of the evaluation, there may be
references to the state of various "organs", such as the heart, liver, spleen, kidneys,
etc., which actually refers to the energetic channels of the same name.
7. I acknowledge the fact that Jacqueline O’Neill is not and does not profess to be a western-trained medical doctor and does not advise on the use of medically
prescribed pharmaceuticals or medical treatment, nor does the Practitioner give any
substances by injection.
8. I acknowledge that Jacqueline O’Neill has completed a minimum of three years
training In Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, is National Board Certified
(NCCAOM) and a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in the state of Illinois.
9. The clinical data gathered in practice, without names, may be used for statistical
research and teaching purposes.