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Knee pain treatment

pain

Generally speaking, Chinese medicine views pain as a condition where the energy of the body (Qi) has become stagnated or stuck or an area where the qi flow has become diminished. Pain is usually treated with acupuncture, which stimulates the pressure points and redirects qi, thus relieving the pain. Dr. Chen specializes in treating the following types of pain.

Pain in the neck and occiput, impaired movement of the neck, the rigidity of neck muscle, the head and neck limited in a fixed position, remarkable tenderness in both sides of the neck.

Sudden soreness and pain in the neck occur after getting up in the morning. Usually, there is a limitation of movement towards one side in the neck. The pain is aggravated by motion.

Shoulder pain that is sore, vague, or stabbing in nature. Severe pain may radiate to the upper arm and elbow. Pain may worsen at night.

Pain and weakness in the waist and lower limb, aggravated by walking or moving.

acupuncture treatment

beauty

Chinese Medicine has a long history of being incorporated into beauty pursuits. There are many ancient books and papers that record using Chinese Medical procedures to beautifying aging skin and body. Chinese Medicine incorporates Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, and massage to stimulate pressure points, correcting Qi flow, repairing organ function, therefore resulting in slowed aging and better skin.

In Chinese Medicine, long period of sun exposure, irregular sleeping schedule, and improper diet can burden the body’s detoxing system, disrupting the Qi in the body; therefore, the toxic materials show up on the skin as age spots or sun spots. Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture repair and facilitate the detoxing process, unblocking the Qi flow, in the process subsiding the spots shown on the skin.

Air-pollution, improper care after surgery or birth-giving, gynecological disease and frequent constipation can accelerate aging and wrinkle formation. Facilitating Qi in the facial area especially makes glowing skin, softened wrinkles, and slowed down aging.

Chinese Medicine focuses on facilitating the endocrine system in order to stimulate higher metabolism and lower appetite, regulating the blood flow in the related organ in order to achieve healthy weight loss.

Liver and spleen dysfunction plugged pores, or frequent constipation is the main causes of pimples and acne. Stated symptoms can be resolved by clearing away heat and toxic materials in the body through acupuncture and herbal medicine, which can reduce inflammation and facilitate the healing process.

Chinese medicine moxibustion therapy

gynecology

Acupuncture healthcare is part of traditional Chinese medicine with a history of more than 2500 years. Eastern practitioners have long known that beautiful skin and healthy muscle tone are a reflection of inner health.

Chinese medicine can improve PMS symptoms by using acupuncture and Chinese herbs, meanwhile enhancing overall physique and health. Dr. Chen specializes in relieving the following symptoms: 1. Mood Swing 2. Headache 3. Breast Discomfort 4. Edema 5.Oral Sores 6. Skin Rash Etc.

The early menstrual cycle is caused by qi deficiency or heat disturbing the Penetrating Vessel and Ren Channel, causing the dispersion of blood and the early arrival of the menstrual period. The delayed menstrual cycle is differentiated into excess and deficiency. Chinese medicine helps to regulate the menstrual cycle by regulating qi in the Ren Channel, tuning up spleen and kidney function.

In Chinese medicine, the occurrence of dysmenorrhea is closely related to changes in the Penetrating Vessel and Ren Channel, together with the functions of liver and kidney. Commonly felt pain include numbing, swelling, burning, tingling or throbbing sensations, each reflecting weakness in different areas of the body and require different treatments to relief the symptoms.

In Chinese medicine, discomfort accompanying menopause is mainly caused by insufficient qi in the kidney and imbalance of Yin and Yang, with symptoms including Hot flashes, night sweating, red-faced, anxious, upsetting temperament, sensation of body heating up, dryness and bitterness in mouth, dizziness and blurry vision, irregularity of menstrual cycle, forgetfulness and insomnia, painfulness in breast or body, and depression or anxiety. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal medicine are used to increase qi and help rebalance Yin and Yang in the body.

cupping therapy for pain relief

specialties

Acupuncture healthcare is part of traditional Chinese medicine with a history of more than 2500 years. Eastern practitioners have long known that beautiful skin and healthy muscle tone are a reflection of inner health.

Liver and spleen dysfunction plugged pores, or frequent constipation is the main causes of pimples and acne. Stated symptoms can be resolved by clearing away heat and toxic materials in the body through acupuncture and herbal medicine, which can reduce inflammation and facilitate the healing process.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, depression and anxiety can be understood as a disturbance to the shen (roughly translated as our spirit). When the shen is disturbed, manifestations might include a feeling of lack of meaning in one’s life, an inability to connect to other people, feelings of worthlessness and self-loathing, lack of energy, and feeling inauthentic, among other things. Chinese medicine therapies can guide the qi to move more smoothly, alleviating feelings of being stuck emotionally or spiritually.

Insomnia can occur as a result of excess conditions such as liver fire, heart fire, and food stagnation. It is also a symptom of deficiency, especially heart yin, blood, or qi deficiency. Receiving an acupuncture treatment can reduce stress and promote restful sleep. Chronic insomnia requires herbal therapy that addresses the underlying cause, often using herbs from the category of “substances that nourish the heart and calm the spirit.”

According to Chinese Medicine, allergic rhinitis is caused by Wei Qi deficiency and related to dysfunction of the nose, lung, spleen, etc. When wei qi is strong, pathogenic factors cannot penetrate the body. When it is weak, a variety of infections can occur. Chinese medicine uses acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and Chinese dietary therapy to effectively treat the symptoms of allergic attacks as well as eradicate the roots of the allergies.

services

Knee pain treatment
pain

Generally speaking, Chinese medicine views pain as a condition where the energy of the body (Qi) has become stagnated or stuck or an area where the qi flow has become diminished. Pain is usually treated with acupuncture, which stimulates the pressure points and redirects qi, thus relieving the pain. Dr. Chen specializes in treating the following types of pain.

Pain in the neck and occiput, impaired movement of the neck, the rigidity of neck muscle, the head and neck limited in a fixed position, remarkable tenderness in both sides of the neck.

Sudden soreness and pain in the neck occur after getting up in the morning. Usually, there is a limitation of movement towards one side in the neck. The pain is aggravated by motion.

Shoulder pain that is sore, vague, or stabbing in nature. Severe pain may radiate to the upper arm and elbow. Pain may worsen at night.

Pain and weakness in the waist and lower limb, aggravated by walking or moving.

acupuncture treatment
beauty

Chinese Medicine has a long history of being incorporated into beauty pursuits. There are many ancient books and papers that record using Chinese Medical procedures to beautifying aging skin and body. Chinese Medicine incorporates Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, and massage to stimulate pressure points, correcting Qi flow, repairing organ function, therefore resulting in slowed aging and better skin.

In Chinese Medicine, long period of sun exposure, irregular sleeping schedule, and improper diet can burden the body’s detoxing system, disrupting the Qi in the body; therefore, the toxic materials show up on the skin as age spots or sun spots. Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture repair and facilitate the detoxing process, unblocking the Qi flow, in the process subsiding the spots shown on the skin.

Air-pollution, improper care after surgery or birth-giving, gynecological disease and frequent constipation can accelerate aging and wrinkle formation. Facilitating Qi in the facial area especially makes glowing skin, softened wrinkles, and slowed down aging.

Chinese Medicine focuses on facilitating the endocrine system in order to stimulate higher metabolism and lower appetite, regulating the blood flow in the related organ in order to achieve healthy weight loss.

Liver and spleen dysfunction plugged pores, or frequent constipation is the main causes of pimples and acne. Stated symptoms can be resolved by clearing away heat and toxic materials in the body through acupuncture and herbal medicine, which can reduce inflammation and facilitate the healing process.

Chinese medicine moxibustion therapy
gynecology

Acupuncture healthcare is part of traditional Chinese medicine with a history of more than 2500 years. Eastern practitioners have long known that beautiful skin and healthy muscle tone are a reflection of inner health.

Chinese medicine can improve PMS symptoms by using acupuncture and Chinese herbs, meanwhile enhancing overall physique and health. Dr. Chen specializes in relieving the following symptoms: 1. Mood Swing 2. Headache 3. Breast Discomfort 4. Edema 5.Oral Sores 6. Skin Rash Etc.

The early menstrual cycle is caused by qi deficiency or heat disturbing the Penetrating Vessel and Ren Channel, causing the dispersion of blood and the early arrival of the menstrual period. The delayed menstrual cycle is differentiated into excess and deficiency. Chinese medicine helps to regulate the menstrual cycle by regulating qi in the Ren Channel, tuning up spleen and kidney function.

In Chinese medicine, the occurrence of dysmenorrhea is closely related to changes in the Penetrating Vessel and Ren Channel, together with the functions of liver and kidney. Commonly felt pain include numbing, swelling, burning, tingling or throbbing sensations, each reflecting weakness in different areas of the body and require different treatments to relief the symptoms.

In Chinese medicine, discomfort accompanying menopause is mainly caused by insufficient qi in the kidney and imbalance of Yin and Yang, with symptoms including Hot flashes, night sweating, red-faced, anxious, upsetting temperament, sensation of body heating up, dryness and bitterness in mouth, dizziness and blurry vision, irregularity of menstrual cycle, forgetfulness and insomnia, painfulness in breast or body, and depression or anxiety. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal medicine are used to increase qi and help rebalance Yin and Yang in the body.

cupping therapy for pain relief
specialties

Acupuncture healthcare is part of traditional Chinese medicine with a history of more than 2500 years. Eastern practitioners have long known that beautiful skin and healthy muscle tone are a reflection of inner health.

Liver and spleen dysfunction plugged pores, or frequent constipation is the main causes of pimples and acne. Stated symptoms can be resolved by clearing away heat and toxic materials in the body through acupuncture and herbal medicine, which can reduce inflammation and facilitate the healing process.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, depression and anxiety can be understood as a disturbance to the shen (roughly translated as our spirit). When the shen is disturbed, manifestations might include a feeling of lack of meaning in one’s life, an inability to connect to other people, feelings of worthlessness and self-loathing, lack of energy, and feeling inauthentic, among other things. Chinese medicine therapies can guide the qi to move more smoothly, alleviating feelings of being stuck emotionally or spiritually.

Insomnia can occur as a result of excess conditions such as liver fire, heart fire, and food stagnation. It is also a symptom of deficiency, especially heart yin, blood, or qi deficiency. Receiving an acupuncture treatment can reduce stress and promote restful sleep. Chronic insomnia requires herbal therapy that addresses the underlying cause, often using herbs from the category of “substances that nourish the heart and calm the spirit.”

According to Chinese Medicine, allergic rhinitis is caused by Wei Qi deficiency and related to dysfunction of the nose, lung, spleen, etc. When wei qi is strong, pathogenic factors cannot penetrate the body. When it is weak, a variety of infections can occur. Chinese medicine uses acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and Chinese dietary therapy to effectively treat the symptoms of allergic attacks as well as eradicate the roots of the allergies.

About dao acupuncture

Dao Acupuncture

lI(ROY) CHEN L.AC.

Dao Acupuncture is affiliated with AMCC. Acupuncturist Roy Chen grew up learning secret Traditional Chinese Acupuncture methods from his families and a number of well-known domestic Chinese Acupuncturists. Due to the family heritage, he has always been passionate about Traditional Chinese Medicine and has studied Esoteric Scripture of the Yellow Emperor intensively since a young age. He received his Master degree in Acupuncture at Alhambra Medical University, then became a California Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner, and a member of AATCM. During the course of his professional career, Roy Chen has treated numerous patients with diseases including all manners of musculoskeletal pain, migraine, facial paralysis, Parkinson, rheumatoid arthritis, and allergic rhinitis, etc.

Chinese herbal medicine is the most highly developed and most commonly used system of herbal medicine in the world. It can be used independently or together with acupuncture to treat a wide variety of health conditions. Herbs are given in standard combinations or formulas of approximately 4 – 15 herbs and are prescribed based on TCM pattern diagnosis.

About dao acupuncture

Dao Acupuncture
lI(ROY) CHEN L.AC.

Dao Acupuncture is affiliated with AMCC. Acupuncturist Roy Chen grew up learning secret Traditional Chinese Acupuncture methods from his families and a number of well-known domestic Chinese Acupuncturists. Due to the family heritage, he has always been passionate about Traditional Chinese Medicine and has studied Esoteric Scripture of the Yellow Emperor intensively since a young age. He received his Master degree in Acupuncture at Alhambra Medical University, then became a California Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner, and a member of AATCM. During the course of his professional career, Roy Chen has treated numerous patients with diseases including all manners of musculoskeletal pain, migraine, facial paralysis, Parkinson, rheumatoid arthritis, and allergic rhinitis, etc.

Chinese herbal medicine is the most highly developed and most commonly used system of herbal medicine in the world. It can be used independently or together with acupuncture to treat a wide variety of health conditions. Herbs are given in standard combinations or formulas of approximately 4 – 15 herbs and are prescribed based on TCM pattern diagnosis.