Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Clinic

Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Clinic A holistic clinic integrates western science & eastern methods to create a personalized treatment.

Persimmons are sweet, astringent, and cool in nature. They help clear heat, moisten the lungs, promote fluid production,...
01/23/2025

Persimmons are sweet, astringent, and cool in nature. They help clear heat, moisten the lungs, promote fluid production, quench thirst, and strengthen the spleen and stomach. They treat coughs and stop bleeding.
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Lower Back Pain Caused by Cold & Damp WeatherLower back pain caused by cold weather often results from poor circulation....
01/14/2025

Lower Back Pain Caused by Cold & Damp Weather

Lower back pain caused by cold weather often results from poor circulation. Reduced blood flow or the buildup of fatigue and waste products can stiffen lower back muscles and contribute to muscle pain.

When temperatures drop, blood vessels constrict, limiting blood flow and decreasing the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles. As a result, flexibility diminishes, and stiff muscles may put pressure on blood vessels and peripheral nerves, particularly in the lower back and shoulders. Furthermore, during winter, people tend to be less active, which can further restrict movement in the lower back.

It’s important to warm up your body and improve blood circulation to prevent pain related to cold weather. Acupuncture is effective for alleviating lower back pain associated with cold conditions, as it helps relax the muscles in the lower back and eliminates substances that contribute to pain and numbness. Additionally, treatments like red light therapy and moxibustion can be used to warm the lower back and enhance blood circulation.
Here are some tips to help you stay warm:
1. Focus on warming your lower body.
2. Wear a belly warmer to retain heat. Choose warm footwear, such as boots.
3. Vitamin E helps improve blood circulation
4. Review your daily diet, exercise routine, and clothing choices.
5. Relax your muscles and maintain good posture.

By following these guidelines, you can keep your body comfortable and reduce the risk of pain caused by cold temperatures.

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Oral contraceptives (OCs) can lead to decreased levels of vitamin B12 and folate. Other nutrients that may also be deple...
12/15/2024

Oral contraceptives (OCs) can lead to decreased levels of vitamin B12 and folate. Other nutrients that may also be depleted by OCs include vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, magnesium, selenium, and zinc.

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12/07/2024

A simple change in your diet and lifestyle can go a long way without invasive medication or operations. πŸ«πŸ“πŸŒΊπŸŒΈ

Therefore, the glutathione status may be an important biomarker and treatment target in various chronic, age-related dis...
12/06/2024

Therefore, the glutathione status may be an important biomarker and treatment target in various chronic, age-related diseases. πŸ«πŸ“πŸ«πŸ“

Does Overeating Sugar Cause Joint Pain?You are likely aware that consuming excessive amounts of sugar can lead to obesit...
11/27/2024

Does Overeating Sugar Cause Joint Pain?

You are likely aware that consuming excessive amounts of sugar can lead to obesity and diabetes. Furthermore, research indicates that a high sugar intake can trigger a process called glycation. In glycation, sugar molecules bond with proteins or lipids in the body without the usual enzymatic regulation. This process can cause joint tissue to lose its flexibility and become rigid, potentially leading to various types of joint pain.

What is the Relationship Between Glycation and Lower Back Pain?

Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) can degrade bones and muscles. When the levels of these substances increase, the fibers composing the intervertebral discs in the lower back can become brittle. Consequently, excessive carbohydrate intake is believed to contribute to lower back pain. Addressing nutritional deficiencies in bones and muscles is important to prevent and alleviate lower back pain.

β€’ Glycation can weaken the tissues in your lower back, potentially leading to back pain.
β€’ Consuming excessive sugar can cause the muscles in your lower back to convert to fat, making supporting that area more challenging.
β€’ Additionally, a high-sugar diet can lead to fatigue in your internal organs, increasing the strain on your back and lower back muscles.

Mechanism of Cupping Therapy Cupping is a traditional remedy that stimulates muscles and improves blood flow to help all...
11/08/2024

Mechanism of Cupping Therapy

Cupping is a traditional remedy that stimulates muscles and improves blood flow to help alleviate various physical disorders. This practice has been utilized since ancient times in Eastern and Western cultures and is employed by Olympic athletes worldwide.
During a cupping treatment, a cup-shaped container is placed on the skin, and the air pressure inside the cup is reduced, creating a vacuum that draws the skin into the cup. This process boosts blood circulation and helps eliminate waste products from the body.
The primary benefits of cupping therapy include:
- Reduces pain and inflammation.
- Reducing swelling
- Improves blood flow.
- Increases range of motion.
- Alleviating muscle stiffness
- Mitigating chronic cold sensitivity
- Detoxification
- Decreasing hay fever symptoms
- Balancing the autonomic nervous system
- Preventing and improving cellulite
Cupping is particularly suitable for individuals suffering from chronic symptoms, experiencing fatigue, or difficulty falling asleep.
However, there are contraindications for cupping treatment. Do not pursue this therapy if you have: A bleeding tendency, hemophilia, purpura, leukemia, diabetes, chronic cardiovascular conditions, an injury or fracture, systemic anemia, severe fatigue, and pregnancy.

πŸ“Our clinic is pleased to offer cupping therapy as a complementary approach to our acupuncture treatments, aiming to optimize their effectiveness. We are happy to inform you that this service typically falls under acupuncture benefits and is often eligible for direct billing with various major insurance plans.

DK- Holistic Health Clinic
www.doctorkits.ca
647-334-7440

11/06/2024

Acupuncture Treatments & Evidence Based Medicine

This case study provide insight into how reliable is acupuncture in treatment of short-term psychological problems cause...
11/03/2024

This case study provide insight into how reliable is acupuncture in treatment of short-term psychological problems caused by Covid-19 and this provide useful clue of clinical trial or large scale clinical survey for verifying the clinical effect, and provide solid evidence for clinical practice.

Infertility affects 15% of Canadian couples aged 25 to 35, with increasing rates. When medical tests are normal, convent...
10/23/2024

Infertility affects 15% of Canadian couples aged 25 to 35, with increasing rates. When medical tests are normal, conventional medicine often provides limited help.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
(TCM) attributes infertility to factors like cold in the kidneys and Qi stagnation in the heart and liver.
Since the kidneys, liver, and spleen are crucial for reproductive health, our fertility-oriented holistic treatments can significantly enhance the chances of natural pregnancy.
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Review from a patient ( 35 yrs): After years of grappling with infertility, I finally found hope! Just 1.5 months of targeted acupuncture focused on fertility, and I can hardly believe itβ€”I’m pregnant! It feels like a dream come true!

10/21/2024

It’s cold season, and one of the common cold symptoms is a headache, especially in the frontal area. Here are some trigg...
10/17/2024

It’s cold season, and one of the common cold symptoms is a headache, especially in the frontal area. Here are some trigger points for acupuncture or shiatsu. You can significantly reduce the symptoms by simply pressing, massaging, or warming these points.☝🏻

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10/14/2024

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As we move into the colder months, many people start to experience common cold symptoms. While over-the-counter medicati...
10/13/2024

As we move into the colder months, many people start to experience common cold symptoms. While over-the-counter medications may offer temporary relief, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) takes a different approach, addressing the root causes of illness to promote long-term health and balance.
The Common Cold in TCM:
Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat From a TCM perspective, the common cold is viewed as an β€œexterior syndrome,” typically caused by an invasion of external pathogens combined with a weak body constitution. TCM categorizes the common cold into two main types: wind-cold and wind-heat.
ο‚· Wind-cold: This type of cold is often caused by exposure to cold environments and a deficiency of lung energy. Common symptoms include severe cold sensitivity, mild fever, body aches, headache, nasal congestion, and runny nose. Treatment focuses on warming the lungs and expelling the cold, often through warming herbs and acupuncture. Drinking hot soup or porridge and allowing the body to sweat is encouraged to speed up recovery.
ο‚· Wind-Heat: Stress and a weakened immune system can make the body vulnerable to heat pathogens, leading to a wind-heat type of cold. Symptoms include fever, sweating, sore throat, cough with sticky phlegm, and a stuffy nose. Treatment involves clearing heat and toxins from the body with specific herbal remedies and acupuncture techniques.
Regardless of the type, the best way to fight off a cold naturally is to stay hydrated, eat lightly, and seek timely acupuncture or herbal medicine to restore balance to the body.
DK- Holistic Health Clinic offers customized treatment plans using Japanese and traditional acupuncture techniques and personalized herbal formulas. If you’re still struggling with symptoms of the common cold or COVID, contact us today. We’re here to support your health and speedy recovery.

The combined deficiency of both vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids could impair brain function and increase the risk fo...
09/24/2024

The combined deficiency of both vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids could impair brain function and increase the risk for neurological and developmental disorders. The deficiency of both these nutrients can affect neural function by mechanisms [Fig. 1]
Ref:
J Biomed Sci. 2016; 23: 17. Published online 2016 Jan 25.

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09/21/2024

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