What conditions do I treat?
Women’s Health
Menstrual and hormonal disorders are very common and can significantly disrupt daily life, affecting physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Conditions like irregular periods, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), heavy or light flow, amenorrhea, PMS, and PMDD look different for every person and hormonal imbalances play a major role. This can then impact mood and energy levels throughout the day. Some may experience digestive issues, higher stress levels and disharmony in reproductive health.
Other diseases like Endometriosis and PCOS can cause chronic pain or discomfort that need symptom relief on regular basis. Irregular cycles and/or fertility challenges can arise from these imbalances, and the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach is highly effective in supporting women as they gradually change existing patterns.
Whether a woman is beginning to experience signs of perimenopause or is already navigating the full effects of menopause or “Second Spring”, symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings, fatigue, and brain fog can be exhausting. Let’s change that.
Acupuncture helps support the endocrine system as a whole and can be particularly beneficial in addressing thyroid imbalances, both under and overactive, which play a crucial role in regulating metabolism, mood, and overall hormonal balance.
Fertility & Reproductive Health
Since acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help regulate the menstrual cycle, balance hormones, and improve blood flow to the reproductive organs, this naturally enhances fertility by creating an optimal environment for conception. Acupuncture is also a valuable complement to IVF, IUI, and other Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) procedures, as it improves circulation to the uterus, enrich the uterine lining, and reduces stress-related hormones that may interfere with implantation. Studies suggest that treatment can increase IVF success rates by improving embryo receptivity and reducing treatment-related side effects. We will create a specialized plan that co-aligns with your doctors treatment for each step of the way.
For those experiencing recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL), TCM can work to identify the root cause and address underlying imbalances that may contribute to miscarriage. We then work to create stable, supportive space that helps prevent future miscarriages.
Irregular or absent ovulation can make conception challenging, but acupuncture and TCM can help by regulating ovulation each month, promoting consistent and healthy egg release. Additionally, these natural therapies enhance egg quality, balance hormone levels, and support overall reproductive function, increasing the chances of successful conception and a healthy pregnancy.
Acupuncture provides safe, drug-free support during pregnancy by easing common discomforts like morning sickness, back pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances and anxiety. It can also promote optimal fetal positioning and prepare the body for labor as your due date gets closer. Postpartum, acupuncture aids in hormonal and nourishment recovery, lactation support, and emotional well-being, helping new mothers regain strength and balance after childbirth.
Stress, Anxiety & Depression
Do you struggle to unwind or find the energy to stay active?
Feeling exhausted yet anxious, or simply worn out from constant worry?
Do you find yourself lacking motivation or inspiration in your daily life?
Chronic stress can take a toll on both physical and mental well-being, disrupting sleep, digestion, and hormonal balance. TCM offers effective stress management by regulating the nervous system. Calming overactive sympathetic responses (fight-or-flight mode) while strengthening the parasympathetic system (rest-and-digest mode) is powerful to promote relaxation. By releasing endorphins and regulating cortisol levels, acupuncture helps the body adapt to stress more effectively, preventing an unwanted end result of burnout.
When overstimulated by chronic stress, it can lead to anxiety and depression. Encouraging feelings of calm and emotional stability can help build a longer lasting flow clarity, reducing the frequency of brain fog and fatigue.
Headaches & Migraines
Suffer from constant debilitating headaches and/or migraines on a regular basis?
Reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches by addressing their root causes. Whether it stems from acute or chronic stress, hormonal-related-headaches, post-trauma, muscular and/or neck tension—it is treatable. Tight muscles in the neck, shoulders, and jaw often contribute to this condition. Acupuncture releases muscle knots, reduces stiffness, and improves mobility. Many people unknowingly carry stress in these areas, leading to inflammation and chronic tension headaches.
The body’s natural pain-relief mechanisms are activated during acupuncture, helping to prevent headaches from occurring as frequently and making them less severe when they do arise. The goal is not only to have less occurrences, but fully rid of this pain over time.
Sleep Disturbances
Trouble falling or staying asleep? Do you wake up during the night, once or hand full of times? Do you feel rested in morning and ready for the day? These questions are all connected in sleep health.
Many individuals struggle with either falling asleep due to an overactive mind or staying asleep resulting from restlessness or frequent waking. Acupuncture works to soothe the nervous system and quiet the mind, making it easier to drift into deep, uninterrupted sleep. Treatment supports the body’s internal clock by regulating melatonin production. A disrupted circadian rhythm is especially common in people who work night shifts, travel frequently, or have irregular sleep schedules. Optimizing energy levels during the day and prioritizing healthy sleep habits at night, help to reestablish a healthy sleep-wake cycle.
Digestion
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) help regulate digestion by improving gut motility, balancing stomach acid production, and reducing bloat after meals. When digestion is sluggish or imbalanced, common symptoms include indigestion, acid reflux (GERD), and abdominal cramping and discomfort. By stimulating the digestive organs, this helps the body break down food efficiently. Treatment can address a range of GI tract issues, not limited to:
Reduce chronic gut inflammation and support a balanced microbiome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms
Irregular bowel movements - relieve constipation and diarrhea
Nausea and vomiting
Provide symptom relief for chronic diseases including Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, and GERD
Aches & Pains
Whether recovering from a sports injury, surgery, or repetitive strain, acupuncture supports the healing process by targeting pain pathways to affected areas by reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and speeding up tissue repair. For acute injuries, it helps minimize swelling and pain, while for chronic injuries, acupuncture addresses underlying dysfunction, preventing further strain and promoting long-term recovery.
Trigger point therapy, also known as dry needling, is a specialized acupuncture technique that targets tight knots or “trigger points” within muscles to release tension and relieve pain. By inserting thin needles directly into these tight areas, dry needling helps increase blood flow, release muscle spasms, and reset neuromuscular function, making it an effective treatment for chronic pain, stiffness, and musculoskeletal dysfunction.
Inflammation-based injuries, such as tendonitis, tennis elbow, and rotator cuff injuries, respond well to treatment. Symptoms produced by nerve-related pain conditions, such as neuropathies, post-surgical nerve damage, or overuse syndromes, can cause tingling, numbness, and burning sensations. Electro-acupuncture is effective in improving nerve and muscular weakness, while simultaneously reducing inflammation.
Effective pain management involves addressing both the symptoms and the underlying imbalances (root and branch), using therapies like acupuncture, manual techniques, and lifestyle adjustments to restore comfort and function.
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