Medical Consultation:
The medical consultation is a personalized appointment where we discuss your health concerns, symptoms, or conditions. During our time together, I will review your medical history, conduct any necessary physical exams, and recommend tests or treatments based on your specific needs. My goal is to provide a comprehensive assessment, offer guidance, and develop a care plan tailored to your well-being. Whether you’re seeking preventative care or addressing an ongoing issue, I’m here to ensure you receive thoughtful, compassionate attention for your health.
Modalities that may be included in your customized session:
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles into specific points along the body’s meridians to balance qi and promote healing. It is particularly effective for hormone regulation, helping to address issues like irregular menstruation, fertility challenges, and menopausal symptoms. By stimulating the nervous system, acupuncture triggers the release of pain-relieving chemicals like endorphins and serotonin, and promotes overall physical and mental well-being through anti-inflammatory processes.
Cupping
Cupping is used to improve blood circulation and stimulate the internal organs. Glass cups are applied to the body by heating the inside of the cup, creating a vacuum. The patient feels a mild pulling sensation, calming the sympathetic nerves and allowing for deep relaxation. Cupping reduces pain and swelling and speeds the natural healing process.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal Medicine has been used for thousands of years to help strengthen and nourish the body, expel pathogens, and promote healing. It treats the root of the problem, relieves symptoms, and restores normal body functions. There are over 500 substances in its pharmacopeia, most derived from roots, barks, stems, leaves, flowers, and seeds. Each formula is tailored specifically for the patient’s individual condition.
E-Stim Acupuncture
Electro-acupuncture is the application of gentle electric current to further stimulate the acupuncture points. Small leads are connected from the needles to a machine that delivers an electrical impulse. It is used for the treatment of a wide range of ailments and is particularly useful for treating pain problems and chronic conditions.
Gua Sha
Gua sha is a technique that involves cutaneous stimulation of the skin in strokes using a round-edged instrument, typically jade. The “scraping” targets muscle tissue where the flow of blood, oxygen, and nutrients has been impeded by tension and stagnation. This results in increased circulation and metabolic processes, and improvement of pain, stiffness, or respiratory issues.
Nutrition Counseling
Conscious nutrition is a foundation for lasting health and well-being. Nutrition is explored from both a Western and Eastern perspective. During a session, I work with you to assess your current eating habits, identify nutritional deficiencies, and develop a plan that aligns with your health goals.