Abdominal Bloat Weight Loss, Indigestion, Infertility, Urinary Incontinence, IBS and Impotence… Yes, We Have Successfully Treated Them!

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January 24, 2011

We see a wider range of abdominal related disorders in our clinic than many people are aware of. Whether you are trying to lose weight, regulate digestion or simply get your sexual and reproductive life back on track these are all VERY common disorders that we see daily in our office. We have a VERY successful protocol for treating these abdominal related disorders. Most treatments are 2-3 times a week for 6 weeks and then 1-2 times a week for 6 weeks. The issues mentioned here require a specialized abdominal protocol. Please contact us to see if it would work for you. Depending on the severity, length of your illness, dietary, herbal and exercise responsiveness your healing time will be much quicker. This ultimately depends on you. We will happily do our part and if you do your “homework” your results will be much quicker!

Weight Loss  & Abdominal Bloating- It is very important as a patient for you to be proactive in your wellness. Therefore, we require  patients to keep a dietary intake and output journal. We also suggest that in your journal you address your emotional state before, during and after you eat to address any issues that may arise emotionally. We treat the whole body to ensure that you heal and not only lose the weight, but keep it off! We also will help with exercises and all others areas of concern that may arise in your path to wellness.

IBS and Digestive Disorders- We also required a food journal for any chronic digestive complaints. We want to work with you to better your health and enhance your dietary “allergies” and concerns. In eastern medicine a healthy body can digest anything in moderation. Our goal is to get you to that state! It is not uncommon for a healthy person to have well formed bowel movements after each meal. In fact this is actually a WONDERFUL sign of great overall health.

Urinary Incontinence- We have been seeing this quite often in the last couple years. Our abdominal protocols help bring blood flow and energy to the bladder and help it function properly. We treat all aspects of urinary and bowel incontinence and will sometime require a food, lifestyle journal. However, we often are able to treat this in 6- 12 treatments.

Male  &  Female Fertility Issues and Concerns- For many couples trying to conceive we are their last resort. I wish we were their first. Eastern Medicine is a wonderful way to regulate your body and get it back in optimum health. Treating any issues of fertility we require a dietary journal. We also require a 3-6 month treatment regiment. Though, often a couple will conceive quicker than this. We are open to all Assisted Reproductive Means and are VERY comfortable working with a variety of Fertility clinics in the midwest & western United States, Canada and Europe. We have a had MANY successful pregnancies and live births over the last 10 years and Love working with couples trying to conceive. We require that both the partners get treated at least in the beginning to help ensure and enhance your success.

Impotence- There are MANY factors we take into consideration as to the causes of impotence and diminished sexual desire. Some  reasons can be chronic kidney disease, menopause, prostate cancer or High PSA levels. We have successfully treated all levels and stages of Prostate related issues in our clinic. Menopause related diminished sexual desire and  high PSA levels are quite easy to treat with acupuncture and herbal medicine. Our abdominal protocol for these issues helps to increase the blood and energy flow to the genitals and ensure your ability and desire to not only get aroused, but to function successfully. This can be a very emotional and sensitive subject for many patients and honestly, you are NOT alone. You would be surprised how often we treat this in clinic in both males and females.

As always all information you share with us is confidential. We do not discuss with anyone, not even your partners. Please feel confident that your concerns are safely your concerns and not something we will share. We leave this up to you, if you so desire.

We hope we helped answer some of your questions. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. We would be happy to discuss with you personally how we could be of some help in you achieving your optimum health.

Categories: About us, Anxiety & Stress, Fertility, Health Care.

Acupuncture and Holistic Alternative Medicine Treating Overworked, Stress, Anxiety & Adrenal Fatigue

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June 3, 2010

Burning the candle at both ends, wake up feeling like you have not slept at all or simply feel like you need a vacation …. yesterday.

We can help, by looking at your diet, lifestyle and receiving acupuncture and/ or regular massage you can get your adrenals and kidneys to function normally again. I have chosen to write this article, because you are NOT alone. I have seen a dramatic increase in adrenal dysfunction this year. So much so that it is beginning to concern me when it is simply ignored. Below are some things you can do at home to aid in feeling better and eating better to increase your adrenal function and decrease your stress and anxiety. By adding these modalities to your life you will notice a decrease in how your body reacts to stressful situations all around.

Causes of Adrenal Dysfunction:

Excessive Stress

Mental

Emotional

Spiritual

Working too much

Chronic illness or infection

Nutritional Deficiencies

Low protein diet

High carb diet

Inadequate and poor quality food and water

B-complex, Vitamin A, C, E, Zinc, Manganese, Chromium, Selenium Deficiency

Speed Eating  ”on the run” or in the car

Food allergies especially wheat and dairy

Toxic Chemicals and Metals

Mercury dental fillings

Poor air quality

Poor food and water quality

Medications

Stimulants

Caffeine

Sugar

Alcohol

Medications/ Recreational Drugs

Rage

Anger

Hatred

Loud Music

Violence in life,  news or movies

Arguing

Addiction- Sexual, exercise or drug use.

Congenital Adrenal Weakness


Mother is deficient in minerals and passes this to Baby (can easily be corrected)

Symptoms of Adrenal Stress:

Fatigue

Weakness

Depression

Craving sweets

Low blood pressure

Low blood sugar

Low energy

Poor digestion

Recurring infections

Chronic illness

Chronic pain

Apathy

Suicidal tendencies

Emotional instability

Mood swings

Bipolar disorder

Anxiety

Irritability

Compulsiveness and obsessive  disorders

Abnormal reaction to life’s stressors

Treatment of Adrenal Stress:

Acupuncture

Massage

Herbal Medicine

Whole food supplements

Whole organic foods (see previous postings)

Lightly steamed foods (no frying, little raw)

Drink 2 Quarts of distilled or fresh spring water upon arising in the morning

Drink another 8-12 glasses  of water throughout the day (hydrating your body will help removed the toxins that build up and increase over all organ functioning)

Taking your time eating 3 full meals per day with healthy snacks in between

No processed foods

No refined sugars

Sleeping at least 7-8 hours per night (9pm-5am is ideal)

Please feel free to contact me if there are any questions you may have. I will happily help you gain your “life” back. I look forward to hearing from you!

Categories: About us, Anxiety & Stress, Chronic Pain, Fertility, Health Care, Pediatrics.

Holiday Stress & Ways for You to Relax Rejuvenate Exercise & Get Healthy!

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December 25, 2009

Whether you are traveling or staying home there is a tremendous amount of stressors this time of year. Here is a small list of nice things to do for yourself that will allow you to manage your time, life, energy level and all around environment.

Meditation- Whether your it is deep controlled breaths or simply chewing you foods slowly and enjoying each and every taste that comes out with each bite.

Exercise- We often forget about ourselves during this season. Whether  you prefer a relaxing yoga classes or working out  it is important not to forget about taking care of your body.

Bath- Soaking in a relaxing bath can help warm and rejuvenate your chilled exhausted body and mind.

Eating – Yes, this time when we eat whatever is in front of us  to the point that we are literally stuffed. However, I am not talking about that kind of eating. Eating fresh whole foods. Walk away from processed foods, sugar and non organic meats. I have personally seen first hand many of my patients lose 20+ pounds in a few weeks just by cutting out sugar (refined cane etc) and processed foods ( any packaged food… Yikes that is everything! – no not really). Before food was processed we cooked and prepared our own foods at home without the preservatives, sweeteners and additives that are put in our food today.

Massage- A wonderful way to relax the body. Whether you are stress and achy or simply want to feel better and take care of yourself. Yes, there are people who say massage does not do anything. However, by  Manually moving the lactic acid built up in your muscles the aches in pain you have throughout your body go away. My favorite massage Raindrop therapy under our services detoxes your body of toxins that build up in your muscles and spinal fluid. It is great for chronic pain and stress. It is VERY important to drink water after any massage. A LOT of water! This helps flush out the lactic acid and toxin your massage therapist has worked so hard to move out of your body!  Plus, if you do not you will feel achy, dehydrated, nauseated, have a headache and all around crummy.

Easy Traveling- Bring little with you pack only what you truly need, why worry about having to cart your home with you when you travel. Why are you going on a vacation if you want it all wiht you. Less is best, especially when you will already be carting  yourself, your loved ones and all your bags from cars to planes, trains etc. The extra physical stuff you bring can  lead to more stress which causes more anxiety and aggravation.

Family, Friend and Associate Balance- Pick your battles and do not sweat the small stuff. Treat people the way you want to be treated and if they do not respond positively…. at least you know you are being the best person you can be. Usually like in science class positive attitudes attract more positivity in your life and negative can bring more negative.

Still can’t sleep or relax- Turn off the computer, Turn off the TV, Turn off your Telephone and open a great book. Reading relaxes the mind. Television, computers and phones stimulate us. Not only through the electro magnetic fields they create, but also through the content we read and hear and the images we see. Which brings up the most important aspect of the holiday season.

Sleep- GET SLEEP! Whether it is a 5 minute snooze  or 2 hour afternoon nap, sleep is not just for dreaming. In fact, it usually unrestful  when we have a lot of dreaming. Sleep is the time our body heals, rejuvenates, rebuilds the blood and enables us to throughly relax our body, mind and spirit. So if you can’t figure out why you just want to sleep there is a reason, your body needs the rest.  Sometimes sleeping too much can be a problem especially when you wake up always feeling unrested and your are feeling adequate hours of sleep. I have found acupuncture and herbal medicine incredibly effective in treating all kinds of stress, pain, and sleep disorders.

Categories: About us, Anxiety & Stress, Uncategorized.

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November 21, 2009

acupuncture dollsWelcome to my first post on my new website.

This blog will keep you posted on information and news regarding acupuncture, health and wellness.

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