Acupuncture
“After the treatment I have individuals report having exceptional sleep, more energy and a feeling of rejuvenation” ”
Benefits of Acupuncture
The myriad benefits of acupuncture involve a natural rebalancing of the body’s different systems to facilitate healing, hormone modulation, and pain management. The latter could be due to acupuncture influencing the body to produce natural substances, such as pain-relieving endorphins. Studies on this nondrug option for lower back pain showed that acupuncture decreased the intensity of pain and led to better functioning right after the treatment.
Another added side effect of acupuncture is in dealing with stress and anxiety relief as treatments positively impact the autonomic nervous system involved with breathing, blood pressure and heart rate.
Dr. Holewa as a licensed primary care provider combines her extensive training in the healing arts to provide the best most complete program for each patient. That may include acupuncture to complement other natural treatments to enhance and stimulate the body’s own restorative powers.
Acupuncture-It’s not just for Pain!
Acupuncture is one of the oldest known medical procedures, dating back over 2000 years in China. It is used as a part of Traditional Oriental Medicine by inserting very fine needles into specific points along meridian pathways on the body that can stimulate sensory nerves in the skin and muscles. This therapy helps balance the body's energy, known as Qi, so that optimal wellness can be restored.
Acupuncture has thousands of years of evidence and research behind it, both empirical and scientific for its effectiveness in many conditions whether for physical or mental/emotional wellness.
Who we help with Acupuncture
As an effective treatment for a variety of conditions, Dr. Holewa uses acupuncture as part of her programs in Woman's Health, Pain Management, Fertility, Post and pre-natal care, Gut Health, Hormone Health, and Oncology where indicated. She has found it to be very effective in the following list of what acupuncture has been used to treat:
chronic and acute pain
sciatic pain
low back pain
dental pain after surgery
osteoarthritis
fatigue
tendinopathy
peripheral neuropathy
migraine -preventative and during acute episodes
knee pain
nausea, including that caused by surgical anesthesia and cancer chemotherapy
tinnitus
hormone irregularities
reduce the look of fine lines on the face and neck (link to blog on Mei Zen Facial Acupuncture)
balance bowel irregularities
fertility
pregnancy and delivery
stress management
high blood pressure
addiction
menstrual pain
fibromyalgia
carpal tunnel syndrome
asthma
insomnia
mood issues
sinus congestion
Acupuncture for Fertility
Acupuncture may help with fertility issues by addressing underlying problems, such as thyroid imbalances or endocrine abnormalities. It can also help as a stress relief, a major consideration in cases of male and female infertility.
Dr. Holewa not only suggests acupuncture as a treatment modality to improve fertility but also naturopathic medicine.
“I like to do a review of overall health and reproductive history to create a plan that is best for your specific health needs. That may include testing, nutritional support, dietary and lifestyle considerations and other supportive therapies to create the perfect environment for your baby.”
There are minimal risks from using acupuncture as part of your fertility treatment protocol and has been effectively used for patients before and during in vitro fertilization as well as improving the outcome of natural insemination.
“Acupuncture can improve blood flow to the endometrium, which can help create a healthy, thick uterine lining for successful implantation,” she added.
The most effective treatments for fertility involve a combination of therapies including acupuncture, herbal and functional medicine. That means building a team of health care professionals with your baby’s health as number one. Healthy Baby, Happy Mum!!
Facial Acupuncture
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture or Cosmetic Acupuncture has an interesting history that is well documented and respected, dating back to the Qin dynasty! At the time it was only available to the wealthiest individuals as it was designed to preserve the beauty and health of the Emperor and Empress and concubines and was an imperial ‘secret’.
By using small acupuncture needles this gentle, natural therapy is recommended for improving the radiance and natural beauty of your skin. It works by rebalancing Qi (the circulating life force according to Traditional Chinese Philosophy and Medicine) throughout your body, which in turn reflects through on the skin and in particular the face. The wonderful thing about this therapy is that is as painless and gentle as constitutional acupuncture.
This form of therapy is gaining in popularity and is one of the most sought after of all acupuncture treatment. Probably because of its efficacy in minimizing the appearance of fine lines of the face and diminishing the appearance of deeper wrinkles. It can also lift drooping eyelids and decrease the tendency toward sagging skin, reduce puffiness in the skin and bags under the eyes. At the same time, it can treat hormonal acne, tighten pores, reduce excess oiliness of the skin, improve facial colour, skin tone and hydration.
In one reported study patients received five acupuncture session over three weeks. More than half of the participants showed an improvement in skin elasticity, which helps skin look plump.
Dr. Holewa has had extensive training in Mei Zen Facial Acupuncture and provides clinic patients with this exclusive therapy.