FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• The AAT treatment addresses only symptoms caused by inappropriate reactions to harmless substances or stimuli. If the symptom or condition is caused by a pathogen (bacteria, viruses, or parasites), the treatment will not be effective.
• AAT cannot treat intolerances. An intolerance differs from an allergy or sensitivity because it results from a deficiency, not an inappropriate reaction. For instance, AAT would not be effective in treating lactose intolerance, a condition caused by a deficiency of the lactase enzyme needed to break down lactose in dairy. However, if symptoms related to dairy are due to a sensitivity to milk or other dairy products, AAT treatment can be very effective. It is possible for lactose intolerance and dairy sensitivity to coexist, in which cases, AAT treatment can offer partial benefit.
• AAT does NOT treat cases of anaphylaxis or life-threatening symptoms. In these cases, strict avoidance is always advised.

While AAT can treat the many symptoms associated with allergies or sensitivities, some cases may not respond to the treatment.

AAT treats one allergen family at a time, so the number of treatments depends on the number of allergen families involved in the reaction. However, within each allergen family, the specificity is identified down to the protein molecule, making each treatment extremely comprehensive. For instance, an allergen family could be something like dust, dairy, or grasses. Within each of these allergen families, we strive to identify all the components within the item that is causing a reaction, resulting in an exceptional and results-driven treatment. Most of the time, a single allergen family will respond to treatment within a single visit, but it may require multiple visits per family. Conditions such as chronic sinusitis or IBS typically require between 5 and 12 treatments, depending on how many allergen families are contributing to the condition.

The AAT Initial Session usually lasts between 40 minutes and one hour. The Initial Session includes:

• completing the patient’s health intake form
• testing for all applicable substances that may be contributing to the symptoms that the patient is experiencing
• explaining how the AAT treatment works
• establishing a full treatment plan
• giving the patient an AAT treatment

All AAT Follow-Up Sessions usually take about 20 to 30 minutes to complete.

AAT Follow up Session includes:

• checking on the patient’s symptom improvement
• rechecking the previous AAT treatment
• treating a new allergen family group with an AAT treatment.

The differences in the time ranges above depend on each practitioner’s preference and/or whether the clinic has front desk staff to check the patient out after their session. Treatment times can be customized by the practitioner.

Symptoms associated with a single substance are often relieved within 24 hours. Many conditions, such as sinusitis or irritable bowel syndrome, respond within the first few treatments. However, each case is unique and may require additional treatments. As with all healthcare modalities, some cases may not respond to treatment.

No. Your patients should not stop taking any medicine prescribed by their doctor. There is no need to stop taking over-the-counter medication.

No.  AAT can treat any age, from infants to 100+ years old.

No. AAT does not require traditional allergy testing to be done prior to treatment, but if your patient has had any allergy testing done by their doctor, they are encouraged to bring in the test results with them to their appointment.

No. AAT doesn’t perform any traditional allergy testing. AAT utilizes a Stress Assessment (Muscle Test) to identify items that are causing stress on the body’s systems and contributing to the patient’s symptoms.

The pricing for AAT treatments is determined independently by each practitioner, allowing you the freedom to set your own fees. Generally, observed prices range from $170 to $350 for the initial session and approximately $105 to $175 for subsequent follow-up appointments.

AAT is not covered by insurance as there is no diagnostic code for the treatment. However, AAT treatments are eligible for coverage through a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), allowing patients to utilize either option. AAT enables practitioners to transition towards a cash-based practice, where you retain 100% of your earnings, thus allowing you to enjoy the benefits of providing an effective service without the complications of dealing with insurance.

As with all medical procedures, we cannot guarantee that the treatment will be effective for every patient or that other symptoms will not occur.

No. The AAT treatment doesn’t require the use of needles at any time.  Instead, it utilizes acupressure which is totally pain free and can be done at any age.

The AAT training is available through the AAT Practitioner Portal, offering an online, on-demand format that accommodates the schedules of busy practitioners. It is designed to be completed within a 3-week period and is structured into a series of sequential modules, allowing practitioners to complete it at their own pace within the weekly timeframe. The training is divided into three main sections. After completing the first section, practitioners are scheduled for a 2-hour online one-on-one session with an AAT trainer to refine the treatment technique before beginning practice treatments, ensuring the therapy is performed correctly. This one-on-one session provides an opportunity to fine-tune stress testing (muscle testing) techniques, review the entire treatment protocol, and clarify any aspects of the treatment that a practitioner may need. Practitioners are required to have a practice patient for this session. After completing the first section of the training, it is recommended to conduct 5 to 10 practice treatments on friends and family to gain further experience with the treatments. Practice treatments are conducted alongside the completion of the remaining AAT training. For additional support during the training, weekly online Q&A sessions are offered to ensure a complete and comprehensive understanding of the AAT material.

We are deeply committed to the success of all AAT practitioners and their ability to positively impact as many patients as possible. To ensure your journey is supported, we provide exceptional customer service encompassing both clinical and marketing support.

Once you have completed the AAT training, we provide bi-monthly online Q&A sessions for new AAT practitioners, which you can attend as frequently and for as long as necessary. These online sessions act as a forum to address any questions you may have about AAT treatments, specific cases, protocols, etc., and offer additional clarification as you begin your journey of treating AAT patients.

To aid in spreading awareness of AAT to your patients, we offer a comprehensive range of marketing materials and support via the AAT Practitioner Portal and the AAT Practitioner Facebook page. 

Moreover, we prioritize direct and personalized communication with our practitioners. You have the opportunity to engage with our team in real-time discussions, addressing any concerns, issues, or questions you may have. You can connect with us either in person or through the dedicated, private AAT Facebook Group.

AAT provides a wide range of comprehensive marketing resources designed to support and sustain your endeavors. These resources include:

• DFY website copy
• Pre Designed brochures and descriptive rack cards that can be customized, printed and shipped directly to your clinic.
• A detailed, 90-day, quick-start marketing plan that will help you immediately begin communicating and marketing your new AAT therapy to your patients.
• A 12-month editorial calendar planning kit that will help you map out and create content for a full year.
• A DYF PowerPoint presentation for public lectures that will help you feel confident in communicating and sharing AAT in your clinic, or on-the-go.

The AAT Practitioner Portal is a secure and password-protected section on the AAT public website that encompasses a variety of valuable resources:

• The AAT Training modules with 24/7 access
• Pre-designed Clinic Forms and Patient Handouts
• Convenient Ordering Section for AAT Brochures, Rack Cards, and Promotional Materials
• Abundance of Marketing and Communications Materials
• Comprehensive Public PowerPoint Presentation
• AAT Software User Guide for seamless navigation
• Supplementary AAT Guide for enhanced understanding and training
• Professionally crafted Website Copy for instant implementation
• Dedicated section for Ordering wrist cuffs and technical support
• An efficient means to update and maintain accurate practitioner contact information
• Detailed trainings and events calendar for effective planning
• Unrestricted Access to a vast library of recorded webinars and training videos

Certainly! You are welcome to hire additional practitioners to perform AAT treatments on your behalf. It is not uncommon for AAT practitioners to employ additional professionals in order to meet the increasing demand for AAT treatments. However, it is important to ensure that the practitioners you hire hold a valid license in one of the following fields: MD, DO, DC, L.Ac, ND, RN, NP, or PA. These licensed professionals will then need to complete the AAT training.

Unfortunately, it is not permissible for AAT practitioners to personally train other practitioners in the AAT system. All practitioners must undergo thorough training provided by AAT to acquire the necessary knowledge and proficiency in utilizing the system. It is essential to maintain consistency and quality in the training process, which is achieved through the standardized AAT training program.

Integrating AAT into your practice is a straightforward process. To start, we’ll collect some details about you and your clinic to prepare the AAT licensing agreement and non-disclosure agreement. Once these documents are signed and the invoice is paid, the next step is to grant you access to the AAT Practitioner Portal. From the Portal, you will immediately have access to all marketing materials, clinic forms, brochures, rack cards, PowerPoint presentations, and patient handouts, allowing you to start customizing everything right away. We recommend beginning the 90-Day Kick Start Marketing Program as soon as you have access to the Portal. By initiating your marketing efforts early, you can start filling your schedule before you even begin the training, aiming to have it full by the time you complete the AAT training.

All required documentation and agreements should be completed by the third Friday of the month in order to start the AAT online training on the first Monday of the following month. All the AAT equipment, including a laptop, wireless mouse, treatment cuff, Acupoint Stimulator, and tester vials, are shipped directly to you, ensuring that everything you need arrives before the first day of training.

No. AAT does not charge annual fees or royalties.

Additional fees would apply in the following scenarios:

• In the event of an AAT software update, (depending on the extent of the update) an update and installation fee would start at $395.
• If you require a replacement or extra cuff for the AAT software, the cost would be $175 per cuff (plus shipping).
• In the event of a computer crash or when upgrading your computer, reinstallation of the AAT software would incur a fee of $150.

Yes, up to four AAT treatments can be administered per day. This provides practitioners with the flexibility of offering more treatment options and allows patients to decide the pace at which they wish to proceed with the AAT treatments. The decision is in their hands, depending on the speed of results they desire and their budget.

Yes. The AAT System is designed to provide mobility and flexibility as it operates on a laptop, allowing users to utilize it in various locations.

In the event of a laptop crash or when upgrading to a newer model, the AAT Software can be swiftly reinstalled. Our team is prepared to remotely reinstall the AAT software onto either the existing laptop or a different one, ensuring you regain access to the system as quickly as possible. Rest assured, we can promptly restore your access to the AAT Software in such circumstances.

Yes, we continuously update and expand the allergen library in the AAT software to offer a broad spectrum of treatment options to our practitioners. We appreciate feedback from all AAT practitioners, and if there are particular items you would like added to the library, we welcome you to submit these requests via our website or Facebook page. The items you request will be considered for inclusion in the next scheduled software update, which occurs every other year.

The AAT software updates are performed remotely to provide convenience for our practitioners. These updates are scheduled online over a period of two to three weeks. To ensure that practitioners have the opportunity to request specific items for inclusion in the update, notices are sent out approximately eight weeks in advance. The continuous growth of the AAT substance database is driven by these requests, as each requested item benefits all practitioners through the update process. Depending on the scope, the cost associated with these updates is typically around $395

Yes. The price for each additional AAT Wrist Cuff is $175 plus shipping.

Payments can easily be made through direct deposit, wire transfer and check. Additionally, there are various financing options available for acquiring the AAT System, including obtaining a bank loan, exploring Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, securing a line of credit from your bank, considering PayPal loans, utilizing credit cards, connecting with specialized funding companies, or even seeking investment from family members. These diverse options offer flexibility in financing the acquisition of the AAT System, accommodating a range of financial situations and preferences.

While AAT does not directly provide financing options, we can connect you with reputable companies that offer a variety of financing services and multiple options to choose from, ensuring the best financial fit for you. It is worth considering your existing banking relationship as a primary option since they are already familiar with your financial situation. Additionally, SBA loans can be a viable alternative for financing needs. If you require further guidance or assistance with financing, please do not hesitate to reach out to us, and we will gladly facilitate the connection to companies that specialize in this area.

A significant number of AAT practitioners have successfully repaid their loans within the initial six-month period. The monthly loan payment can be easily offset by treating just one to two AAT patients per week, thereby making the integration of AAT into any practice a highly advantageous choice.

We currently do not offer options for payment plans.

Certainly! We offer a highly rewarding referral program with generous compensation. Contact us directly for additional information.

Certainly! AAT practitioners are available in various states, allowing you to easily locate one in your vicinity and schedule an appointment. You can find a listing of AAT practitioners in your area on this website.

Yes, you are welcome to contact any of the AAT practitioners to gain their valuable insights on the system's effectiveness and patient outcomes. If you need a list of practitioners to reach out to, please let us know, and we will be happy to provide assistance. Meanwhile, we encourage you to visit the Case Study and Video Testimonial page on our website to hear their experiences.

After completing your one-on-one AAT training session, we recommend that you begin offering practice treatments to friends and family members. These treatments should be done while you are completing the remainder of the AAT training. It is generally advisable to gain experience by providing treatments to at least 5 to 10 individuals before seeing paying patients within your regular allocated treatment time. This approach allows you to refine your skills and build confidence in delivering effective AAT treatments. By adhering to the training schedule and guidelines provided, you’ll easily be equipped to start seeing paying patients immediately after completing the AAT training.

When starting a new practice, incorporating AAT can offer significant opportunities due to its broad range of treatment possibilities and the high demand for these services. To establish your practice effectively, we recommend engaging with other practitioners in your area and exploring cross-referral opportunities. By collaborating with other health care professionals, you can tap into their existing patient base and provide them with AAT treatments that can benefit their patients. AAT can complement other modalities that focus on different aspects of healthcare, allowing for cross-marketing opportunities and a comprehensive approach to patient care.

In terms of marketing your new practice, we offer resources to support your efforts. Our materials include a PowerPoint presentation for public talks, which can help attract new patients. Additionally, we provide marketing materials such as email templates and social media ideas to promote your clinic and generate interest among potential clients. Treating friends and family initially is an excellent way to gain experience and demonstrate the effectiveness of AAT. Once they experience positive results, they will begin to spread the word about your services, generating referrals and building your reputation.

Promoting AAT treatments in an established practice can be a seamless process that yields quick results without extensive external marketing efforts. Within your practice, you already have a pool of individuals experiencing allergy and sensitivity symptoms who can benefit from AAT. By informing them about the treatment, its effectiveness, and the symptoms and conditions it addresses, you can generate interest and encourage your patients to give it a try. AAT is a painless therapy suitable for clients of all ages, making it an attractive option.

To support your marketing efforts, we offer pre-designed patient brochures and rack cards that can be displayed in your clinic. These materials educate your patients about AAT and the range of symptoms and conditions it can treat. Additionally, we have developed a comprehensive 90-day Quick Start Marketing program exclusively for our practitioners. This program provides step-by-step guidance on effectively marketing AAT during the initial 90 days. It includes ready-to-use email sequences for patient awareness, education, and engagement, as well as blog posts, strategies for securing patient testimonials, implementing referral programs, and fostering repeat business.

Moreover, we have created a 12-month editorial calendar planning program to assist practitioners in mapping out their content for an entire year. This planning tool helps ensure consistent and engaging messaging throughout your marketing efforts.

With these resources and strategies, an established practice can quickly, effectively and successfully promote AAT, engaging existing patients and attracting new ones.

The structure of your practice, such as whether you conduct the treatments yourself or hire a practitioner to do the treatments for you, along with the rates you decide to charge, will influence your income potential. To gain a deeper understanding of the revenue possibilities for your clinic and how the AAT system can boost your earnings, please download a copy of the AAT Prospectus -> Download AAT Prospectus Now