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Bright Shen Acupuncture

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Bright Shen Acupuncture

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We provide acupuncture, cupping, moxabustion, neuro- acupuncture, medicinal herbs, medicinal tea, dietary adjustments to treat / prevent illness.

Kinga grew up in the hilly forested regions of northwest Romania. As a child she spent her weekends in nature participating in orienteering or picking mushrooms, wildflowers and medicinal plants with her parents. Herbal teas were a daily delight at home and in times of illness healing remedies also. She moved to the United States in her early 20's and in 2006 she enrolled at Midwest College of Oriental medicine. At the time she was going through health struggles that Western medicine could not identify. She found the answer and cure during her years studying Chinese medicine. Kinga graduated Magna Cum Laude from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago in 2010. She is a licensed acupuncturist and board-certified through the NCCAOM. She began her career working at a top Chinese medicine clinic in Chesterton, Indiana. At East Wind Acupuncture she would see 90-110 patient cases in a week. Later she was the co- founder of People's Community Acupuncture in Chicago, a community clinic that served the Lincoln Park area. Before her son was born, her family moved to the northwest suburbs of Chicago. During her career she had the privilege of studying from great Chinese medicine masters like Dr. Richard Teh- Fu Tan OMD, LAc know as Dr Tan, Dr. Jimmy Wei-Yen Chan LAc in California, Dr. Randine Lewis LAc and gynecologist , Michelle Meramour LAc. -the developer of body feedback treatment style. Kinga combines these credentials and Chinese medicine treatment styles with intuition in her individualized treatments. She has experience treating a wide spectrum of bodily imbalances. Her passion lies in treating male and female fertility cases with a great success rate. She has worked with children, adolescence, adults and the elderly.

10/23/2026

Breast Cancer has impacted so many women and families.
Early detection is Key !
My mother, 84 is an example of someone who did not give up when she was in debilitating pain and was given 4-6 months to live 11 years ago.
Thanks to targeted medical treatments, natural plant based medicine , her positive faith, she is still with us today. She was in remission for 7 years. Last year , the cancer came back. Thanks to early screening and proper treatment she is AGAIN cancer free . We are very lucky indeed!

At Bright Shen acupuncture clinic we see clients who are undergoing chemo therapy treatments- acupuncture can help to alleviate the side effects of chemotherapy, calm the nervous system, boost energy, vitality. We see and treat chemotherapy induced neuropathy cases .
We are here to help you recover stronger during healing time.
Visit brightshenacupuncture.com or call 847-648-7990

10/14/2026

Many scientists have dismissed acupuncture as little more than a placebo, but advanced imaging and clinical research reveal measurable changes in the body during treatment. As the evidence continues to grow, experts are rethinking where this ancient practice belongs in modern pain relief.

Learn about the possible benefits of acupuncture: https://on.natgeo.com/DtWZxd

09/29/2026

School is back—and classroom germs are, too! Explore our Chinese medicine and wellness offerings to support your child's well-being throughout the school year. Options include herbal teas, concentrated herbal extracts, and pills.
🍵 Immune + is a herbal formula for a weak or compromised immune system;
🍵 Linden flower and Elderflower tea, for lung and immune support;
🍵 Throat-friendly tea, for children; and
🍵 Herbal extract for the first signs of flu. Important: Herbal formulas aren't one-size-fits-all, especially for children. The right formula and amount depend on your child's age, symptoms, and individual needs. Check with your acupuncturist or book an herbal consultation before starting any herbal formula.
Here is to fewer sick days and stronger immune health this school year!

08/27/2026

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07/29/2026

Our approach to treating a wide variety of health conditions with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine is personalized for each person. We believe every treatment plan should be tailored to each person's unique needs and health goals.
With years of experience, compassionate care, and a calm, welcoming environment, we are committed to providing the best quality of natural care to every person who walks in our clinic.

06/29/2026

What is andropause? It is men's “midlife hormone shift".
Andropause is often called “male menopause,” but it’s less talked about and poorly understood. Unlike a sudden switch, it’s a gradual shift in male hormones—especially declining testosterone—typically beginning in midlife.
If most acupuncture clinic visitors are women, it’s not because men don’t struggle; it’s because men’s health beyond muscle, looks, and libido is still treated like a taboo. That silence keeps symptoms hidden and help delayed.
Nature doesn’t draw a hard line between female and male life cycles. Everyone moves through birth, growth, maturity, and aging—hormones included.

What changes can men feel?
Body and energy: fatigue, reduced muscle mass, increased body fat, slower recovery.
Mood and mind: low motivation, irritability, brain fog, low mood or depression, sleep issues.
Vital signs: reduced libido, erectile changes, urinary symptoms, bone density shifts (yes, osteoporosis can affect men).
This mirrors what many women experience in peri- and post-menopause—different biology, similar life-stage turbulence.

When men realize these shifts are common and connected, they’re more likely to seek effective care instead of “toughing it out.”

A note from our clinic:
In Chinese medicine, practitioners may address imbalances commonly seen in andropause by harmonizing the Water, Wood, and Earth elements and their related meridians. This approach is individualized and often paired with lifestyle guidance and Chinese herbal medicine to support whole‑system balance.
A simple next step. If these signs feel familiar, reach out to our office. We would be happy to go over your health history and tailor a treatment plan to your Chinese medicine diagnosis.

06/16/2026

Reiki is a gentle yet powerful energy healing practice that promotes relaxation, balance, and overall well-being. During a session, universal life energy is channeled to support your body’s natural ability to heal itself.
Reiki can help reduce stress, restore harmony, and bring you back into alignment on every level —physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual.

Tina is offering Reiki healing on Mondays and Saturdays
Book online: brightshen.com or call to schedule: 847-648-7990

06/02/2026

Endometriosis affects millions of women and can cause chronic pain, fatigue, irregular cycles, and fertility challenges. While conventional treatments often focus on symptom management, Traditional Chinese Medicine takes a more holistic approach.
In Chinese medicine, the reproductive system is deeply connected to the body’s overall physiological balance. One common pattern associated with endometriosis is Kidney Yang deficiency. Yang represents the body’s warmth, energy, and functional activity. When Yang becomes deficient, cold and stagnation can develop within the body, slowing circulation and allowing blood and other vital substances to accumulate over time.
At Bright Shen Acupuncture Clinic, our treatments are tailored individually :
✨ Warming the lower abdomen
✨ Improving blood circulation and reducing stagnation
✨ Supporting Kidney function
✨ Balancing hormones naturally
✨ Promoting overall reproductive wellness
Through acupuncture and customized herbal medicine, we aim to help restore balance, reduce discomfort, and support long-term healing.
We would love to work with you. 🌿

05/11/2026

Spring is nature’s reminder that renewal starts from within 🌱✨

In Chinese medicine spring is considered the ideal time to support the liver — the body’s natural detoxifying organ — also this is the season when cleansing plants naturally begin to grow.

One of the most well-known spring herbs is dandelion 🌼
Often dismissed as a w**d, dandelion has long been valued for supporting liver function and digestion. Nature provides exactly what the body may need during seasonal transition.

Fresh greens, bitter herbs, hydration, movement, and time outdoors can all help support the body’s natural cleansing processes this season.

Sometimes the best wellness wisdom is simply aligning with the rhythms of Mother Nature 💚 Call our clinic to heat all the options we offer for a metabolic cleanse.

05/01/2026

We are pleased to announce that our practice is growing with a multi skilled acupuncturist.
Damian Zabielski, LAc, Mstom, Dipl OM. is a NCCAOM board certified acupuncturist and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine.
His passion lies in helping people achieve their health goals and wellbeing with Chinese Medicine and herbalism. He has been practicing since 2017, loves working with a variety of different conditions, and has a special interest in treating psycho-emotional disorders, chemotherapy support , gastrointestinal metabolic syndromes, neurology, autoimmune conditions, and preventative empowering care.
Damian is in the clinic on Tuesdays , Fridays and Saturdays.

Address

142 S Gary Avenue Unit 111
Bloomingdale, IL
60108

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	2pm - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	12pm - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+18476487990

Website

http://brightshen.com/

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