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May 15th, 2013

 

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The Acupuncture Newsletter		 May 2013
Anna Dolopo, M.T.O.M., L.Ac.
Elements in Harmony Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
23151 Verdugo Drive, Suite 114
moveyourQi.com
949-305-1703

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine for Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) affects an estimated two percent of the population. It is diagnosed when there is a history of widespread pain in all four quadrants of the body for a minimum duration of three months, and pain when pressure is applied to at least 11 of 18 designated tender points on the body. In addition to musculoskeletal pain, patients with fibromyalgia can suffer fatigue, sleep disturbance, memory loss, mood swings, and digestive problems.

What is Fibromyalgia Syndrome?

From the perspective of western medicine, fibromyalgia is a medically unexplained syndrome characterized by chronic widespread pain, a heightened and painful response to pressure, insomnia, fatigue, and depression.

While not all affected persons experience all associated symptoms, the following symptoms commonly occur together:

• chronic pain
• debilitating fatigue
• difficulty sleeping
• anxiety
• depression
• joint stiffness
• chronic headaches
• dryness in mouth, nose, and eyes
• hypersensitivity
• inability to concentrate (called “fibro fog”)
• incontinence
• irritable bowel syndrome
• numbness, tingling or poor circulation in the hands and feet
• painful menstrual cramps
• restless legs syndrome

On its own fibromyalgia does not result in any physical damage to the body or its tissues and there are no laboratory tests which can confirm this diagnosis. Symptoms often begin after a physical or emotional trauma, but in many cases there appears to be no triggering event. Women are more prone to develop the disorder than are men, and the risk of fibromyalgia increases with age.

Research shows that up to 90 percent of people with fibromyalgia have turned to complementary or alternative medicine to manage their symptoms. Acupuncture, in particular, has become a popular treatment choice and has been shown to be an effective treatment for FMS.

An Oriental Medicine Perspective

Oriental medicine does not recognize fibromyalgia as one particular disease pattern. Instead, it aims to treat the symptoms unique to each individual depending on their constitution, emotional state, the intensity and location of their pain, digestive health, sleeping patterns and an array of other signs and symptoms.

Since symptoms of fibromyalgia vary greatly from one person to another, a wide array of traditional and alternative treatments have been shown to be the most effective way of treating this difficult syndrome. Therefore, if 10 people are treated with Oriental medicine for fibromyalgia, each of these 10 people will receive a unique, customized treatment with different acupuncture points, different herbs and different lifestyle and dietary recommendations.

A treatment program may include a combination of psychological or behavioral therapies, medications, exercise, acupuncture, herbal medicine and bodywork.

Since pain is a hallmark symptom of fibromyalgia, an Oriental medicine approach will incorporate treatment for pain, though this may differ from western “pain management” therapies. The Oriental medicine theory of pain is expressed in this famous Chinese saying: “Bu tong ze tong, tong ze bu tong” which means “free flow: no pain, no free flow: pain.”

Pain is seen as a disruption of the flow of Qi within the body. The disruption of Qi that results in fibromyalgia is usually associated with disharmonies of the Liver, Spleen, Kidney and Heart systems.

If you have fibromyalgia, acupuncture and Oriental medicine may be what you’ve been looking for to ease your symptoms and reclaim your health and vitality. Please call for a consultation today.

 

Find Fibromyalgia Symptom Relief

Although fibromyalgia is a disorder that can be disabling for many due to chronic widespread pain and fatigue there are some things you can do to alleviate the symptoms and improve your overall quality of life.

Learn and Practice Stress Reduction Techniques
Chronic stress can lead to fatigue, depression, a weakened immune system, and a host of serious physical and psychological ailments. When under stress your muscles contract and tense affecting nerves, blood vessels, organs, skin and bones. Chronically tense muscles can result in a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and disorders including muscle spasms and pain.

While it isn’t always possible to remove the external forces causing stress the ability to effectively deal with stress is a choice. Take time for yourself and cultivate the energy you need to handle your stress more effectively.

Eat a Well Balanced Diet
Managing your diet may seem time-consuming but the benefits it offers make it worthwhile. Many fibromyalgia sufferers find relief through a properly managed diet. A list of basic nutrients to combat nerve sensitivities, improve cognition, boost the immune system, and reduce swelling is included in this newsletter.

Exercise
While even basic movements may be painful, exercise helps restore strength and endurance. Tai Chi, Qi Gong or Yoga are great for easy stretches, careful strengthening, deep breathing, along with relaxation techniques.

Gentle stretching will clear tension that builds when muscles tighten, and will improve overall circulation. Be sure to check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.

Meditate
The practice of meditation is a proven stress reducer that helps the body create a sense of calm and a continuing sense of well being. While 15 minutes daily is recommended, even 5 or 10 minutes can have a powerful effect on your day.

Restorative Sleep
Get at least 8 hours of restorative sleep. Maintain a routine sleep schedule and make your bedroom a sanctuary from every day stress. Practicing good sleep hygiene will give your body an opportunity to get stronger and heal.

 

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In This Issue

  • Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine for Fibromyalgia
  • Find Fibromyalgia Symptom Relief
  • Fight Fibromyalgia with Nutrient Dense Foods
  • Acupuncture and Fibromyalgia Study

Fight Fibromyalgia with Nutrient Dense Foods

 

The National Fibromyalgia Association recommends a balanced diet containing nutrient dense foods free of artificial additives and sweeteners to help your body fight fibromyalgia syndrome. Some key nutrients to include are:

B-Complex
Found in whole grains, beans, nuts, chicken, fish and eggs; B complex vitamins directly influence the nervous system’s proper functioning and combat nerve problems such as tingling and tenderness.

Magnesium
Found in nuts, grains, beans, fish, meat and dark green vegetables magnesium is needed for muscle flexibility and bone, protein and fatty acid formation. Magnesium is also integral in making new cells, relaxing muscles, clotting blood, aiding in calcium absorption and activating B vitamins.

Omega 3
Directly affecting cellular function, this fatty acid found in fish minimizes nerve sensitivity and improves cognition.

Vitamin C
Helps combat stress, builds the immune system, and reduces swelling. Vitamin C is found in a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables including citrus fruits, green vegetables, tomatoes and berries.

Water
Increases circulation of oxygen and nutrients throughout the body and helps to eliminate waste.

Acupuncture and Fibromyalgia Study

A study from the Mayo Clinic found acupuncture helpful in treating the fatigue and anxiety commonly experienced by fibromyalgia patients. 

In the trial, patients who received acupuncture to counter their fibromyalgia symptoms reported improvement in fatigue and anxiety, among other symptoms. Acupuncture was well tolerated, with minimal side effects. Those who received acupuncture treatments reported less fatigue and anxiety one month following treatment than did the group who did not.

According to David Martin, M.D., Ph.D., lead author and a Mayo Clinic anesthesiologist, the study “affirms a lot of clinical impressions that this complementary medical technique is helpful for patients.”

Dr. Martin performed the study with co-authors Ines Berger, M.D.; Christopher Sletten, Ph.D.; and Brent Williams. The study only examined patients who reported more severe symptoms, offering better experimental control. Still, Mayo Clinic doctors urge further studies to see how acupuncture can best be used in treating fibromyalgia patients.

 


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3 cases: Fibroids, Anxiety, Midback pain

April 25th, 2013
Positive impacts on our patients’ health
 

as of April 19, 2013

 

Update on one of my patients with fibroids:
44 treatments since May 3, 2012:

Patient is also on Chinese herbs (2-3 formulas a month).

Severe menstrual cramps have decreased to a level 1-2 (1-10 scale; 10 being highest).

Severe bloating has decreased to a level 1.

Mood is so much better than when she first started. She used to be extremely impatient and easily irritable.

Clots have decreased in size by 75%.

Menstrual cramps have decreased by up to 75%. “This last period was the best that she has ever had since her acupuncture treatments started.”

The patient’s severe menstrual cramps were so much improved that:

1. She didn’t have to lie on her side and put a pillow between her knees.
2. She had absolutely no lower back pain (first time ever)!!!
3. She didn’t have to stop cooking half-way through and lie down.
4. She didn’t call in sick to work and she totally felt fine enough to work through her entire menses.
5. Her constipation was tolerable.
6. No pain during intercourse.

This is one of my patients with fibroids who had surgery in the past for fibroids and has opted to not go through it again. Instead, she decided to go the “natural route” this time, so that she can go to the root of the problem.  She feels that the surgery did not treat the root of the problem because the fibroids came back.

44 treatments, some Chinese herbs, no invasive treatment, a better mood than she ever had in the past, stronger health overall and menstrual health, I can assure you that the patient is tremendously happy.

My happy patients = a very happy practitioner.

 

 

Update on my patient with anxiety:

 

He first started on 12/10/12.
After 17 treatments and about 3 bottles of Chinese herbal formulas specifically for anxiety, my patient feels an overall improvement of 80%.

The patient is a 28-year old male who had been suffering from severe anxiety for over 15 years. He was prozac for 4 years until 5 years ago. The patient also presented with acne.

Today during his 17th acupuncture treatment, the patient stated that he felt 100% improvement for 1+ week since our last treatment on 3/28. On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest level of anxiety), his overall anxiety is at a level 3. He started with an 8. His anxiety returned last Monday 5 minutes before a major professional examination. Until that moment, he was feeling 100% better most of the time.

The patient informed me that when he did take Prozac, he only felt up to 25% improvement during those 4 years of medication. He stopped the medication because he did not feel significant improvement.

With acupuncture and Chinese herbs, the patient’s sleep has improved significantly. He sleeps through the night and he has stayed calm despite intense studying and preparation for his examination. According to the patient, he prefers the 80% improvement with Chinese medicine over a course of 4 months as opposed to the 25% improvement with Prozac over a course of 4 years.

Another note of improvement is that the patient’s acne is significantly diminished. His wife has commented on his overall mood and skin improvement.

This is another terrific example of the POWERS of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method and the APPROPRIATE Chinese herbal formula at work with a severe case of anxiety and insomnia.

 

Update on my patient with pain in the midback:

 

After one treatment, one of my military patients is able to sleep all night without any pain. He has been sleeping pain-free for the past 3 days. Overall 20% improved with just one treatment. Patient is very happy. He hadn’t slept without pain for over 3 months. Today’s his second treatment and he felt even more improvement.
Patient complained having “constant pain in all activities” during his first visit. Now his pain is intermittent and he has confidence that he will be another patient at our healing center who will GRADUATE from pain and suffering. He doesn’t want to live on Norco any longer. According to the patient, Norco causes him to feel drowsy, makes it difficult for him to focus, causes him to feel nauseous and it “messes him up” whenever he takes it. This patient has found true relief with the POWERS of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method acupuncture!

 

The herb brands that I carry are Evergreen Herbs, Bioray, HVX Hero, Yin Care and Protandim.  I only carry the BEST.

 

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Below is a list of the herbs currently in stock.

 

The functions next to the herbal formula are EXAMPLES of what the formula may be good for.  The formulas may also have other functions that I use for my patients’ healthcare needs.
You must be a CURRENT ACUPUNCTURE PATIENT TO RECEIVE HERBS.  A proper Chinese medical examination, diagnosis and treatment protocol are required for me to prescribe and dispense herbal formulas.

 

All formulas are given with quality control.  Modern formulas are dispensed with western/eastern medical explanations.

 

All the formulas listed below are by Evergreen Herbs unless stated that they are Bioray formulas.  You can learn more about Bioray at www.bioray.com.

 

 

Adrenoplex – premature aging; patients who are burned out; diminished sexual and physical functions

 

Artemesia and Clove by Bioray

 

Back Support Chronic – chronic low back pain; slow recovery from back injuries; back pain due to osteoporosis
Balance Heat – perimenopausal symptoms; night sweats, hot flashes

 

Before the Flow by Bioray

 

 

Blossom 4

 

 

Calm – PMS, stress, mood swings, anxiety, nervousness

Calm Jr – ADD/ADHD; childhood convulsions 2

Circulation (SJ)

 

Corydalin

 

Cytoflora by Bioray

 

Dang Gui Shao Yao Wan

 

 

Dermatrol (HZ) – shingles (herpes zoster); shingles with skin lesions and nerve pain

 

Dermitrol PS
Dissolve GS –  gallbladder and bile duct inflammation; gallstones; severe sharp epigastric pain
Dissolve KS – kidney stonesDe
Equilibrium – diabetes mellitus (POWDER & capsules 2)

 

Flex CD – chronic arthritis that worsens during cold/rainy seasons
Flex GT – gout
Gardenia Complex

 

Gentiana Complex

Gentle Lax Deficient – constipation; colon cleanser

 

Gentle Lax Excess

 

GI Care – ulcers; acid reflux
GI Care UC – ulcerative colitis

GI Harmony – irritable bowel syndrome

 

GI Harmony HMR – hemorrhoids

 

GI Tonic – diarrhea

 

 

Herbalite – obesity with excess appetite; constant craving for food; weight gain

 

Immune +

 

Lady Passion by Bioray

 

Liu Wei Di Huang Wan

 

Liver DTX – liver damage with high levels of SGPT and SGOT, hepatitis, liver cirrhosis; addiction: detoxifies liver during alcohol, drug or smoking cessation

 

Liver Life by Bioray

 

Loving Energy by Bioray

 

Magnolia Clear Sinus

 

Menotrol – infertility, amenorrhea, PCOS due to blood stasis and coldness

 

Mense Ease

Migatrol – migraine, cluster, tension headaches

 

NDF Heavy Metal Detox Tonic  by Bioray

 

NDF+ Gentle Heavy Metal Detox by Bioray
Neck and Shoulder (chronic)

 

Notoginseng 9 – stop bleeding

 

Nourish – vision

 

P-Statin
Polygonum 14 – hair loss; premature graying

 

Resolve Lower – fibroids; benign tumors in uterus/ovaries

 

Resolve Upper
Respitrol Cold

 

 

Thyrodex – Grave’s Disease; hyperthyroidism

Thyro-Forte – hypothyroidism 2

 

V-Statin

 

Vital Essence

 

Vitality – enhance libido

 

 

Yin Care Care

 

Zuo Gui Wan

 
Anna Dolopo, L.Ac. 

 

Gold Level certified Dr. Tan’s Balance Method acupuncturist

 

23151 Verdugo Dr.,

Ste. 114

Laguna Hills, CA 92653

 
Clinic:  949.305.1703 

Text:    619.341.4341

 


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April 13th, 2013
 

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After a very tough couple of months at the beginning of my pregnancy, I decided to give acupuncture a try. I searched ‘the best of the best acupuncturist’ here on Yelp, and I found Anna. Aside from her being very kind and understanding, and AMAZING at what she does, she helped me and my pregnancy go SO smoothly. At the beginning, I was having HORRIBLE breakouts. I mean, I’ve always had horrible skin, but I had NEVER seen my skin like the way it was the first few months I was preggers. That was the main reason why I went in. I also had stress tremors, where if I’d feel “overloaded” or extremely stressed, my head would shake, in a “no-no” kinda way. After a couple treatments a week for a few weeks I notice my tremors had lessened and my skin had started to clear. I continued to see Anna, even though I felt I didn’t “need” her treatments anymore, just to make sure I would have a healthy pregnancy and for my own well being (both emotionally and physically). After one of my ultrasounds, we had found out that I had marginal placenta previa. I informed Anna of this, and after two months of her treatments, once a week, I went back in for an ultrasound, and sure enough, I no longer had it. At that ultrasound though, they ended up realizing the baby was breech, and they said we need to have this baby turn if you want to have him naturally. I told Anna of the baby being breech, and after once a week treatments for a month, I went back into the Dr’s office and the baby had turned. Throughout the pregnancy, I told her that I really wanted to have my baby as close to the due date as possible, meaning, I didn’t want to be one of those statistics where I was like 2 weeks over due. Main reason was because both my family and my husband’s family were in town, and I didn’t want them to miss out on “BabyT’s” arrival. We had talked about her doing an “induction” once my due date had passed. I scheduled an appointment with her to do a “soft induction”, as she would say; she wanted to prepare my body for childbirth. Well, let’s just say that my body was extremely sensitive to her treatment (which is a good thing, don’t get me wrong!), and I ended up having slight contractions at her office while under needles. I went home that night, fell asleep, and sure enough, 3 am rolls around, and I start having REAL contractions. I couldn’t believe it! Within 24 hours after getting her treatment, I was holding my beautiful baby boy! Acupuncture WORKS PEOPLE!!! haha TRUST ME!

Anyways, this was a very short and abbreviated version of all the things she helped me with and I just wanted to share it with the world, so more people go see her and can experience her healing treatments.

Thank you so much, Anna! I really appreciate everything you did for me. You are TRULY the BEST!

Now… If only I could find the time to go visit her NOW! BabyT sure keeps me busy! One day soon, hopefully…

 

Mark B.

Aliso Viejo, CA

5 Stars as of 3/25/13

 

If you ever had pain and wondered how to get rid of it without prescriptions or pain killers, check out Elements in Harmony.   A pain that is in the neck can be treated with acupuncture (at the ankle and calf areas!).   I was surprised and amazed, as someone who is afraid of needles, that it didn’t hurt and it got rid of the muscle pain and now I can actually sleep and wake up pain free! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

 

 

 

 

Here’s an update from a lupus patient who has been under my care since April 2012:

 

My 35-year old female patient has received 46 treatments from me since April 25, 2012. She has been suffering from lupus for many years now. She recently had her white blood cell count checked to see how much the acupuncture has helped her. Her WBC count increased to the highest that it had ever been.

Prior to our work together, her WBC count was at a 3.1. It is now 4.3. A normal WBC should be at least 3.8.

W.B.C. (White Blood Cell Count)
Normal Adult Range: 3.8 – 10.8 thous/mcl
Optimal Adult Reading: 7.3
Higher ranges are found in children, newborns and infants.

The findings from our work together with ACUPUNCTURE ONLY (specifically, Dr. Tan’s Balance Method Acupuncture) is consistent with scientific research that acupuncture increases WBC count.
If you know of anyone whose immune system needs to be improved, please refer them to my healing center, Elements in Harmony Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. I have been in practice since June 22, 1999. I am here to help anyone and everyone who wants a very strong immune system. Thank you, Southern California!

 

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1.  March 28th, 2011
In November 2010 my doctor was concerned due to my liver enzymes being very high. I had ultrasounds, blood work, and was heading for a biopsy. His work created fear for me. During this time, Protandim was introduced to me and I was encouraged to try it since it is supposed to cleanse the liver. I thought that I really don’t have anything to lose, so I reluctantly told my friend, Nancy, that I’d try it at least until my next tests. In Feb 2011 I had my final blood work. I’d lost 15 lbs., my bad cholesterol was down, my good cholesterol was up and my liver test all came back negative. As you can imagine, I am still taking Protandim.

D. G.

 

2.  Hello A…!
I hope this finds you well!
I have definitely been feeling better since I have been on Protandim for the last 3 weeks.
I had been suffering with menopausal symptoms for several months. Specifically, I was averaging 20-30 hot flashes a day and waking up several times each night. After just 3 days, the number of hot flashes started to diminish and after 5 days they were gone!!! What a blessing! I haven’t had a hot flash since and I have been sleeping through the night! Additionally, I have been very clear thinking, which has been awesome, since I am working 12 hour days! Thank you so much for sharing “the magic pill” with me!
Lots of love, S…

 

3.  Extreme Dementia & Protandim
This is a story that deserves to be TOLD. My cousin, M.C., was asked to be a full time caregiver at the end of July 2010 for M. {age 74 } who lives in __, CA with extreme dementia. For those who do not know what extreme dementia is, it is when a person has difficulty in many areas:
* Language
* Memory
* Perception
* Emotional behaviors & personality
* Cognitive skills, like abstract thinking, etc.

M could no longer perform basic activities of daily living such as dressing herself, bathing herself, using the restroom on her own, etc. She had become incontinent and, of course, must wear a diaper. She would sit for hours and just stare off into space. No real interaction on her part. She could no longer “do for herself ” much of anything. People would ask, “How long had she been diagnosed?” Well, MC says that she quit paying her bills about 4 years ago, so that’s what she goes by.
MC started M on the 1 pill of Protandim on 10/26/2010. Within 6 days MC said, “She was beginning to wake up and do things that she no longer knew how to do.”
What happened was that MC had the front door open so that she could line the walk way to the house with helium balloons for the Trick -or- Treat kids on Halloween evening, but M saw that the door was open & that it was dark out and she got up and shut and locked the door on her. {Funny, but not too funny for the care giver who was locked out without even a cell phone or an extra key.}
Then within a few days she wanted her privacy in the restroom and locked the door behind her. Until then, she always needed assistance with her bathroom chores.
Within weeks M could “dress herself ” from head to foot. She had EVEN relearned to tie her own shoes. She could make her bed.
Then she started cleaning the kitchen counter and cleaned out the whole refrigerator very neatly and precisely.
She started talking to MC in sentences about her hair color needed to be touched up. MC had no idea that she could or would even notice anything like that.
Now after 2 full months on Protandim, she plays Bingo at the Senior Center, goes for daily walks, feeds the birds outside, folds the towels {hotel style}, and helps with laundry.
She wanted to dance at the Senior Christmas Party with the gentleman that was asking all the girls to dance.
She wants her hair and makeup to look nice again & cares about her appearance.
MC says, “It is like she has come back to life like a little child everyday who is learning something new. ”
Story told by CC.

 

4.  Good Morning J.-
I’ve been going to eye specialists for over the past 5 years. I’ve been going every 3 months like clockwork.
Last August I switched to a “new to me” doctor in Rosedale upon recommendation by my retina specialist.
My eye pressure readings have always been over 20 … Sometimes as high as 31. This morning, the lady did two checks. My pressure was only 16!!! It had never been that low. Dr. Hair was thrilled and said, “Whatever you are doing, keep it up.” He said, “Come back in 4 months!” No one has ever told me 4 months until today.

Do you think this could be a result of the Protandim?

What I’ve read and things you have told me, it seems to produce unexpected results in ways you aren’t expecting.

Enjoy a wonderful day. Thanks and take care.

A

 

5.  Hi A.,
I have been meaning to send you an email. Things have just been a little crazy. I have fibromyalgia and usually hurt all the time. It is really hard to walk first thing in the morning. I have only been taking the Protandim for about 3 weeks and I no longer even take the pills I have for pain. Usually, I take a pill every night just so I can ease the pain enough to get to sleep, but not anymore. I get up in the mornings without any problem. It doesn’t take me 5 minutes to take those first few steps. It is great. I haven’t felt this good in 3 years. I can go through the whole day with no pain at all. I am even sleeping better.

R.

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You can purchase TrueScience Anti-Aging Cream at our healing center or on my Protandim webpage.

 

 

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This is the herbal formula I’ve started:

 

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***You want and need to watch this video on Protandim.***

 

 

You can buy it online from me if you feel that you can benefit from lowering your oxidative stress.  Please do not buy knockoffs on Amazon.  You want to buy Protandim from a trustworthy source.  Please feel free to Google Scholar scientific research on Protandim and oxidative stress.

 

This is my website where you can buy Protandim or you can buy it at our healing center:

 

http://www.mylifevantage.com/annadolopo

 

Thank you so much for your consideration.  I take Protandim and I really believe in the product.  If you feel that you would benefit from a different herbal formula, please let me know and I’m happy to forward you information of the other herbal formulas that I carry.

 

I found some online testimonials.  ***Protandim does NOT make any medical claims.***

 

PBS

 

NBC

 

http://naturalhousewifery.blogspot.com/2012/05/protandim-in-real-life.html

 

http://www.protandimtestimonials.com/

 

http://cellheaven.com/protandim-testimonials/

 

From an MD

 

Alzheimer’s

 

Type II Diabetes

 

Parkinsons

 

Pituitary Tumors

 

Stroke Recovery

 

Weightloss

 

U.S. Patents:

***Protandim has 2 U.S. Patents on reducing inflammation.***

United States Patent No. 7,241,461

1) 2007 Patent “Compositions And Methods For Alleviating Inflammation And Oxidative Stress In A Mammal.”

United States Patent No. 7,384,655

2) 2008 Patent “The Preparation Of Compositions And Methods To Alleviate Inflammation And Oxidative Stress In A Mammal.”

“T United States Patent No. 7,579,026

3) 2009 Patent “Compositions And Methods For Enhancing Antioxidant Enzyme Activity And Reducing C-Reactive Protein Levels.”

United States Patent No. 7,923,045

4) 2011 Patent “Compositions And Methods For Alleviating Inflammation And Oxidative Stress In A Mammal.”

 

 

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Using Nrf2 activating ingredients, collagen and omega-3 fatty acids, LifeVantage Canine Health is specifically formulated to support your dog’s health.

 

 

 

 

Have a TREMENDOUS DAY!

 

I wish you GREATNESS,

Anna
Anna Dolopo, L.Ac.
23151 Verdugo Dr., Ste. 114 

Laguna Hills, CA 92653

 

office: 949.305.1703

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Weight Management

April 8th, 2013
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The Acupuncture Newsletter		 April 2013
Anna Dolopo, M.T.O.M., L.Ac.
Elements in Harmony Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
23151 Verdugo Drive, Suite 114
moveyourQi.com
949-305-1703

Oriental Medicine for Weight Management

In Oriental medicine the root of excess weight is an imbalance within the body caused by malfunctioning of the spleen and liver organ systems. Acupuncture points, as well as foods and herbs selected to assist with weight loss can directly influence the Qi of the spleen and liver systems and treat the imbalances that have caused weight gain.

The spleen is responsible for the proper functioning of the digestive system, ensuring that the food we eat is transformed into Qi, the vital substance of life. Disharmony of the spleen will result in symptoms such as fatigue, slow metabolism, water retention, loose stool and a feeling of heaviness.

The liver’s job is to keep the flow of your body’s Qi, blood and emotions running smoothly. Our modern, fast-paced lifestyle and chronic stress can negatively impact the liver’s ability to function properly and smoothly, which, in turn, can cause the spleen and the entire digestive system to function poorly. One result can be a decrease in your metabolism. Liver disharmony can also cause some of the “triggers” that lead to cravings and compulsive eating.

Acupuncture and Oriental medicine have been shown to have positive effects on the functioning of the nervous, endocrine and digestive systems. Treatment can help with food cravings and metabolism. These functions all help energize the body, maximize the absorption of nutrients, regulate elimination, control overeating, suppress the appetite and reduce anxiety.

Come in for a consultation to see how acupuncture and Oriental medicine can assist you with your weight management goals and help you to live a long, healthy life!

 

A Total Health Program

Acupuncture and Oriental medicine address the issues of over-eating and low metabolism with effective tools to control appetite and increase energy. Energy imbalances are corrected and the digestive and elimination processes are improved so that there is a physical shift in the body to naturally have more energy and desire less food.

By addressing both the physiological and psychological aspects of weight management concerns, acupuncture and Oriental medicine provide a comprehensive therapy for weight issues that promote better digestion, balance emotions, reduce appetite, improve metabolism and eliminate food cravings.

Each treatment is customized to the needs of the individual patient. Acupuncture points on the body are chosen for overall well being with the objective of increasing circulation of the blood and Qi (to stimulate the metabolism) and calming the nervous system. Treatments can include a combination of auricular (ear) and body acupuncture, ear tacks or pellets to leave on between treatments, herbs and supplements, abdominal massage, breathing exercises, and food and lifestyle recommendations.

In addition to treating the root of the imbalance within the body, different acupuncture points may be used for each treatment as different symptoms arise. For instance, if you are experiencing a desire to overeat related to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) one week, then that can be addressed at that week’s appointment.

The herbs and foods that are chosen during a weight management treatment are for promoting healthy digestion, energizing the body, augmenting Qi, and improving elimination of water, toxins and waste products. Acupuncture points on the abdomen can help improve digestion. They can also help with food absorption and the movement of food through the intestines.

Deep breathing with visualization can also strengthen will power and be used as a tool to curb hunger and cravings. Most patients report a marked decline in appetite and cravings with acupuncture treatment alone, but special herbs, healing foods and exercises can definitely enhance the efficacy of the treatments.

Acupuncture and Oriental medicine are powerful tools for achieving a healthy weight, by itself or as a supportive treatment in conjunction with other weight management programs.

 

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  • Oriental Medicine for Weight Management
  • A Total Health Program
  • Combat Cravings with Ear Massage

Combat Cravings with Ear Massage

Ear Massage is an extremely relaxing and effective therapy aimed at decreasing cravings, reducing stress, promoting well being and addressing various health issues. Ear acupuncture is used throughout the world to reduce food cravings, assist in the detoxification of addictive substances, manage pain and calm anxiety. 

Medical experts in ancient times regarded ear massage as a practice for health enhancement and disease prevention. Ancient Chinese medical literature states that the “ear is the meeting point of all the meridians” and “vital energy of human body converges on the ear”.

Ear massage triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers. Studies have demonstrated that ear stimulation increases levels of endorphins in both the blood and cerebrospinal fluid.

Here is a great ear massage that you can do for yourself or your loved ones:

1. Rub in small circular motions with your thumbs inside the widest upper part inside the ears, holding them from outside with the index and middle fingers.

2. Use your index finger to massage inside the smaller crevices if your thumbs don’t fit and along the front of your ear where it attaches to the head.

3. Massage the earlobes by gently pulling them down and making circles with your thumb and index finger.

 


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Acupuncture increases WBC count in lupus patient

April 7th, 2013

 

 

Acupuncture increases WBC count

My 35-year old female patient has received 46 treatments from me since April 25, 2012. She has been suffering from lupus for many years now. She recently had her white blood cell count checked to see how much the acupuncture has helped her. Her WBC count increased to the highest that it had ever been.

Prior to our work together, her WBC count was at a 3.1. It is now 4.3.

A normal WBC should be at least 3.8.

W.B.C. (White Blood Cell Count)
Normal Adult Range: 3.8 – 10.8 thous/mcl
Optimal Adult Reading: 7.3
Higher ranges are found in children, newborns and infants.

The findings from our work together with ACUPUNCTURE ONLY (specifically, Dr. Tan’s Balance Method Acupuncture) is consistent with scientific research that acupuncture increases WBC count. Some articles can be found at:http://blog.moveyourqi.com/category/cancer

If you know of anyone whose immune system needs to be improved, please refer them to my healing center, Elements in Harmony Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs. I have been in practice since June 22, 1999. I am here to help anyone and everyone who wants a very strong immune system. Thank you, Southern California!

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Anna Dolopo, L.Ac.

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Protandim. $45 Drop in treatments.

March 17th, 2013
 
 

I am in the office today, Sunday!

 

I was with my teacher, Dr. Tan, yesterday having a great time.  For those of you who would love to receive an acupuncture treatment, I am scheduled at the office beginning at noon.  You can schedule for an appointment on our homepage at www.moveyourQi.com at the upper right hand corner, call me at 949-305-1703 or text me at 619-341-4341.

 

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Drop in only. Lower rate. No private consultation. $45 to continuing patients. This option starts TODAY!

 

If you are not yet a patient, you will need to receive the initial treatment at the regular rate. Your initial treatment is in the main treatment room.

 

Treatment is on an anti-gravity chair in the waiting room.

 

No pillows. No eye pillows. No blankets. No hot packs. First-come, first-serve. All of these extras are only available in the main treatment room at the higher rates.

 

I treat ONE issue. No more than 10 needles. No points in ears/head. 45-minute treatment.

 

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*Patients who are scheduled in the main treatment room get first priority and attention.*
 

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Many of our patients save $5-10 per visit by being a very special part of our healing practice.  If you are interested in joining the Elements in Harmony Loyalty Program, please let us know!

 
 

 

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I have been a devout student of Dr. Tan since March 2006 and I still enjoy taking the basic classes with him and many of his advance classes.

 

I am very happy that in July, I will be studying LEVEL 2 (out of 9) of the “3 Essentials,” Dr. Tan’s most advanced Chinese medical classes.  It’s a very difficult topic.  Even my colleagues that I spoke with yesterday who had completed all 9 levels feel like that they have to take the classes all over again.  The classes are so challenging that I will not even begin to share any of the information until I complete all 9 levels.

 

Until that day happens, I am grateful to share the wisdom passed onto me based on the basics of Dr. Tan’s Balance Method, Global Balancing, Dynamic Balancing, Seasonal Balancing and more.  I know that this is all foreign to you while you read this. The reason why I am sharing this with you is to help you understand that just because I graduate in 1998 and received my license on June 22, 1999 (one of my favorite dates) does not mean that my learning has stopped.  Studying Chinese medicine is a life-long ambition and commitment.

 

When you receive therapy at our healing center, you can feel assured that I am constantly pushing myself as a student of this ancient art.  To be the best in Southern California means to immerse myself with THE BEST teacher and the most SUCCESSFUL acupuncturists whose practices SHOW how successful they are.
 
 

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This is our family at this year’s belt promotion.  Andrew has been studying Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2006.  Angilynn is going on 2 years  and I just received my first stripe on my white belt.  My studies in the martial arts began when I was 7-years old.  I hope my story tells you that it’s never too late to start new things.  I’m 39 and I’m in love with my family, my violin, hip hop, kickboxing and BJJ.  I am lucky to be a part of a strong women’s team at Brazilian Top Team Orange County at Total MMA in Tustin.  Some of my teammates are competing this week at one of the top six BJJ tournaments worldwide being held at UC Irvine.  If you’d like to watch the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation’s Pan Jiu-Jitsu Championship, it will be held March 20-24.  We are so lucky that it’s going to be in Irvine!
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I am very grateful to have become a gold-level certified Dr. Tan’s Balance Method acupuncturist since April 2012.  I was one of the first Gold-Level Certified acupuncturist under Grandmaster Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan during his 60th birthday black-tie event held in Las Vegas.  It was an exceptional honor for me to have earned and received this wonderful gift from my master.

 

My journey as an acupuncturist began in 1999.  It has been a long and fun road as a practitioner of Chinese medicine.  Through good times and some of the challenging ones, I am happy to have grown into an acupuncturist who has been blessed with so many patients’ trust and commitment to healing.

 

Being with my master, Tan Shifu,  always reenergizes my spirit.  As always, it was an amazing day yesterday during his class and, beginning today, I bring to our healing center a profound knowledge of ONE of his systems, Seasonal Balance.

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Come in for your acupuncture tune up to stay strong, healthy and happy today!

 

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Strengthen Your Digestive Health with Acupuncture!

March 10th, 2013
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The Acupuncture Newsletter		 March 2013
Anna Dolopo, M.T.O.M., L.Ac.
Elements in Harmony Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
23151 Verdugo Drive, Suite 114
moveyourQi.com
949-305-1703

Strengthen Your Digestive Health with Acupuncture

 

More than 95 million Americans suffer from digestive disorders ranging from constipation, diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome to more serious conditions such as acid reflux (GERD), ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. In fact, more than 35 million physician office visits a year are due to gastrointestinal complaints. Reports confirm that acupuncture and Oriental medicine can offer relief from even the most complex digestive problems.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Digestive Disorders

Evidence that Oriental medicine has been used for digestive disorders can be found in early medical literature dating back to 3 AD, where specific acupuncture points and herbal formulas for borborygmus (rumbling or gurgling in the intestines), abdominal pain and diarrhea with pain are discussed.

According to Oriental medical theory, most digestive disorders are due to disharmony in the spleen and stomach. The spleen plays a central part in the health and vitality of the body, taking a lead role in the assimilation of nutrients and maintenance of physical strength. It turns digested food from the stomach into usable nutrients and Qi (energy). Many schools of thought have been formed around this organ; the premise being that the proper functioning of the”‘middle” is the key to all aspects of vitality.

By taking into account a person’s constitution and varied symptoms, a treatment plan is designed specifically for the individual to bring their “middle” back into harmony and optimize the proper functioning of the digestive system. A variety of techniques can be used during treatment including acupuncture, lifestyle/dietary recommendations and energetic exercises to restore digestive health.

Is your digestive system functioning as well as it could? Acupuncture and Oriental medicine are extremely effective at treating a wide array of digestive disorders. Call today for more information or to schedule an appointment. 

 

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Acupuncture

A common disorder affecting 10 to 20 percent of adults at some point in their lives, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) was once called “spastic colon” and has a combination of symptoms that may include constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, fatigue and headaches that can be worsened by certain foods, stress and other irritants. IBS results from nervous interference with the normal function of the lower digestive tract. The symptoms are variable and change over time.

While other patterns may be present, IBS is typically considered a disharmony between the liver and the spleen meridians in Oriental medicine. The liver meridian is responsible for the smooth flow of Qi and blood throughout the body. This flow can be upset by emotions or stress, causing stagnation of Qi or blood. Oriental medicine views the spleen meridian as being associated with the function of digestion and transforming food into energy (Qi and blood). This can be weakened by a number of factors including overeating unhealthy foods, overwork, stress, fatigue, and lack of exercise. When the spleen meridian is weak and the liver meridian is not moving smoothly, the liver overacts on the spleen and can manifest as symptoms of IBS. Symptoms can be managed by avoiding overeating, exercise, identifying trigger foods and reducing stress.

Do you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Call today to see how Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can improve your quality of life!

 

Acupuncture for Acid Reflux Disease

A study published in the American Journal of Physiology – Gastrointestinal and Liver (2005) indicates that stimulation of certain acupuncture points inhibits esophageal sphincter relaxations by as much as 40 percent.

Although the cause of gastro-esophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is still unknown, there are treatments available on the market to help with the symptoms. However, many of the existing treatments come with side effects and their effectiveness can be limited.

The American Physiological Society opened eyes by pointing to the effectiveness of electrical acupuncture point stimulation in reducing the key mechanism of GERD, transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxations (TLESRs). This important muscle allows food to pass into the stomach when working normally. In people who have GERD, the muscle relaxes at the wrong times, allowing stomach acid to churn up into the esophagus and cause heartburn symptoms.

By applying only mild stimulation to an acupuncture point on the wrist known as Neiguan (Pericardium 6), researchers were able to reduce the frequency of TLESRs from six to 3.5 an hour in research subjects. Sham stimulation of a hip point produced no comparable change.

 

Acupuncture Treats Food Poisoning

Food poisoning arises from eating contaminated foods containing a variety of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses and parasites and is also known as food-borne illness, infectious diarrhea, or gastroenteritis. The most common bacteria to cause food poisoning are salmonella, staphylococcus aureus, E. coli and shigella. Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can relieve symptoms, hasten recovery and strengthen the digestive system to prevent future incidents of food poisoning, avert development of chronic immune deficiencies and increase energy levels.

Food poisoning is marked by severe diarrhea, fever, cramping, abdominal pain, flu-like symptoms, vomiting and diarrhea. Most cases of food poisoning clear up on their own within a week without any medical assistance; however, it can take several months before bowel habits return to normal. Often the digestive system is severely weakened after a bout of food poisoning, making the infected person more susceptible to food poisoning in the future. A small number of persons with food poisoning develop an autoimmune disease called Reiter’s syndrome. It can last for months or years and can lead to chronic arthritis.

Treatment of food poisoning is rest and hydration to prevent fluid and electrolyte loss due to vomiting and diarrhea. Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can be used to relieve nausea and vomiting, hasten recovery by assisting the body to eliminate the pathogen faster, and strengthen the digestive system to prevent any re-occurrences or development of a chronic immune disorder. After acute symptoms subside, acupuncture treatments focus on strengthening the digestive system and improving energy levels to bring about a full recovery

 

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In This Issue

  • Strengthen Your Digestive Health with Acupuncture
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Acupuncture
  • Acupuncture for Acid Reflux Disease
  • Acupuncture Treats Food Poisoning
  • Reduce Your Risk of Getting Food Poisoning
  • Ginger for Intestinal Upset

Reduce Your Risk of Getting Food Poisoning

 

Four simple steps to reducing the risk of food poisoning are to clean, separate, cook and chill.

Clean: Wash hands, surfaces, utensils and platters often. Rinse all produce in cold running water before peeling, cutting or eating.

Separate: Keep foods that won’t be cooked separate from raw meat and poultry. Don’t use the same platter and utensils for raw and cooked meats and poultry.

Cook: Cook food to a safe minimum internal temperature to destroy harmful bacteria.

Chill: Refrigerate any leftovers promptly in shallow containers.

If you are ill with diarrhea or vomiting, do not prepare food for others, especially infants, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems since they are more vulnerable to infection. 

Ginger for Intestinal Upset

 

Ginger has been found to increase the secretion of gastric juice. In fact, ginger can be used for most digestive upsets that involve nausea, vomiting, cramping, abdominal pain, indigestion or diarrhea. This means that food is digested more quickly, creating an unfriendly environment for bacteria that could wreak havoc with your stomach and intestines.

In a study published in the October 2007 issue of the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, researchers in Taiwan looked at the role of a ginger extract in blocking the toxin that causes 210 million cases of diarrhea worldwide. The toxin is produced by enterotoxigenic E. coli, which accounts for 380,000 worldwide deaths annually. The study found that zingerone, a compound in ginger, was the likely compound responsible for blocking the toxin.

Whether your digestive problem is due to eating contaminated food, stomach flu, pregnancy or motion sickness, ginger is one of the most effective agents around! 
 

 

 


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Babies and Chinese Medicine

February 14th, 2013
This is a great article on the benefits of acupuncture and helping achieve pregnancy.
http://www.pacificcollege.edu/eZine/2008/june.html#2
I am so proud to say that I have helped every woman who has come in to my clinic with a strong commitment to achieve pregnancy. The commitment entailed consistent and frequent treatments and/or Chinese herbs. Each woman who has been treated by me has been treated anywhere between 3-12 months to regulate their menses and achieve the “perfect period.” The perfect menstrual cycle comes every 26-32 days, lasts 3-5 days, is bright red blood (no dark red/purple/brown/pink color), has no clots and very little if NO pre-menstrual changes (breast tenderness, low back pain, migraines, lower abdominal cramping, irritability, salty/sweet cravings, etc.).
This is a page with several women’s testimonials on how our treatments were able to ACHIEVE FULL-TERM PREGNANCY.
http://moveyourqi.com/testimonials/testimonials_fert.html
It is important to note that in my practice, it is not enough to just help a woman become pregnant. As you would have read in the first article published by PCOM, lifestyle change is extremely important. An acupuncturist/herbalist’s focus is to help REGULATE the period, which allows a woman to become more fertile. The more healthy the menstrual cycle is, the more likely a woman is able to have a healthy, full-term pregnancy with very little risks.
During some of my own recent research, I have found that 40% of all fertility issues are due to SPERM DISORDERS ACCOUNTING FOR 40% OF ALL FAILED PREGNANCIES. A formula that I have some male patients on is Vital Essence by Evergreen herbs. This is not the only formula that would be appropriate for a man to “regulate his sex organs and hormone production, balance hormone productions to treat sexual and reproductive disorders and improve overall good health” (CLINICAL MANUAL OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE), but it is a very effective formula for a man to be on for, at least, 3 months before the next testing would be done to check on sperm count and health of sperm. If the man deals with physical performance during sexual activity, a different formula would be used/added to Vital Essence.
If you are trying to get pregnant, have undergone different procedures and have not had much success or would simply like to regulate your period without pharmaceutical drugs, try acupuncture and/or Chinese herbs.
If you are unsure if the man in your life is the one with the sexual hormone issues, then have the health of his sperm tested. It is better to know what is causing the fertility issues, so that you can know exactly where to invest your resources most effectively.


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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

February 14th, 2013

 

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Anna Dolopo, M.T.O.M., L.Ac.
Elements in Harmony Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
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moveyourQi.com
949-305-1703

Get Relief from Repetitive Stress Injuries with Acupuncture

Repetitive stress injuries (RSI) are the most common job-related injuries and are responsible for the highest number of days lost among all work related injuries. One of the most well-known types of repetitive stress injury, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) accounts for over two million visits to physicians’ offices and approximately 465,000 carpal tunnel release operations each year, making it the most frequent surgery of the hand and wrist.

Symptoms of repetitive stress injuries include tightness, stiffness, pain, tingling, numbness, coldness and loss of strength in the arm. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a repetitive stress injury that refers specifically to the inflammation of a specific ligament that puts pressure on the median nerve.

Acupuncture is extremely effective for treating repetitive stress injuries including carpal tunnel syndrome; eliminating the need for surgery or the use of anti-inflammatory drugs or corticosteroids. In fact, one of the most common reasons that people get acupuncture is for repetitive stress injuries. Recent studies even suggest that acupuncture may be more effective than corticosteroids when it comes to treating CTS.

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway in the wrist made up of ligaments and bones. The median nerve and the tendons that connect the fingers to the muscles of the forearm pass through this tightly spaced tunnel.

Carpal tunnel syndrome, also known as median nerve entrapment, occurs when swelling or irritation of the tendons in the carpal tunnel results in pressure on the median nerve causing pain in the palm side of the wrist and pain and tingling in the fingers. The median nerve controls sensations to the palm side of the thumb and fingers, as well as impulses to some small muscles in the hand that allow the fingers and thumb to move.

Symptoms usually start gradually, with frequent burning, tingling, or numbness in the palm of the hand and the fingers, especially the index, middle and ring fingers. Pain can sometimes travel up the arm and affect the shoulder. The symptoms often first appear during the night. As symptoms worsen, people might feel pain, weakness, or numbness in the hand and wrist, radiating up the arm during the day. Decreased grip strength may make it difficult to form a fist, grasp small objects, or perform other manual tasks. If not properly treated, CTS can cause irreversible nerve damage and permanent deterioration of muscle tissue.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Repetitive Stress Injuries with Acupuncture

From an Oriental medicine perspective, a repetitive stress injury is seen as a disruption of the flow of Qi and Blood (Xue) within the area and associated with cold, dampness or wind penetrating the muscles and sinews. Acupuncture points, stretching exercises, herbal remedies and nutritional supplements are chosen to treat accordingly.

In addition to reducing the swelling, inflammation and pain, acupuncture addresses any headaches, neck pain, shoulder stiffness and sleeping problems that often accompany this condition. Your treatment may also take into account any underlying conditions that contribute to the development of RSI including posture, obesity, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid problems, diabetes, and hormonal changes of pregnancy and menopause.

If you or someone you know suffers from a repetitive stress injury, please call to find out more about how acupuncture and Oriental medicine can help you.

 

Acupuncture Effective in Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

According to a randomized, controlled study published in the May 2009 issue of the Clinical Journal of Pain, acupuncture is as effective as the corticosteroid, prednisone, for the treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).

The study investigated the efficacy of acupuncture compared with steroid treatment in patients with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome as measured by both nerve conduction studies and symptom assessment surveys. One group received eight acupuncture treatments over four weeks, and the other group received daily oral doses of prednisone for four weeks.

Results showed that acupuncture was just as effective as the corticosteroid for pain, numbness, tingling and weakness. For the symptoms of night time awakening and motor function, the acupuncture group had better results.

Researchers concluded that acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment option for CTS for those who experience side effects to oral steroids or for those who do not wish to undergo surgery.

 

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In This Issue

  • Get Relief from Repetitive Stress Injuries with Acupuncture
  • Acupuncture Effective in Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Reduce Your Repetitive Stress Injury Risk

Reduce Your Repetitive Stress Injury Risk

 

Managing repetitive stress injuries often requires some lifestyle changes, and it can take time to work out a strategy that works best for you.

Here are a few minor changes you can implement to minimize stress on your hands and wrists:

Alternate Tasks – Avoid doing the same task for more than a couple of hours at a time and alternate between tasks that use different muscle groups where possible.

Fatigue is a sign that you need to take a break. Take small breaks to gently stretch and bend your hands and wrists and readjust your position.

Reduce Pressure - Many people use more force than needed to perform tasks involving their hands, which can increase pressure and cause irritation. Be mindful of the speed and amount of pressure used to perform tasks. Ease up, slow down, and grip using your palm or whole hand to distribute the load. If using tools such as riveters or jackhammers for extended periods, take frequent breaks or operate the tool at a speed that causes the least amount of vibration.

Cultivate Good Posture -Incorrect posture can cause your shoulders to roll forward, shortening neck and shoulder muscles and compressing nerves in your neck, which can affect your wrists, hands, and fingers.

Shoulders and neck should be relaxed to open the chest and allow your head to float upwards without strain. When using a keyboard, wrists should be in a relaxed middle position and in a straight line with your forearms at elbow height or slightly lower.

 


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Insomnia, Chronic Fatigue and Chinese medicine

January 22nd, 2013
Qi Mail™
The Acupuncture Newsletter		 January 2013
Anna Dolopo, M.T.O.M., L.Ac.
Elements in Harmony Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs
23151 Verdugo Drive, Suite 114
moveyourQi.com
949-305-1703

Resolve to Put Insomnia to Rest!

 

In our society we put a premium on our waking hours and have the tendency to underestimate the importance of a full-night’s sleep. Millions of people who suffer from insomnia look for quick fixes instead of exploring the root causes of the problem. Sleep hygiene is an afterthought for many people. Evening is a time to allow our minds and bodies to turn inward to our subconscious. Sleep deprivation is the root of many health issues like memory impairment, a weakened immune system and stress that can lead to cardiac disease, heart disease and digestive disorders.

Exposure to the diminishing light at dusk helps regulate sleep hormones in the body. Excessive lighting at night, evening shift work, evening computing, video games, television and late-night eating all serve to counteract the body’s natural rhythms. It’s no wonder people have trouble sleeping. Rather than embrace nighttime as rest time, we tend to let our minds wander from one element of stress to another keeping us up for hours or perhaps an entire evening. We are then forced to approach the new day without having benefited from the regenerative powers that night time brings.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sleep occurs when the yang energy of the day folds into the yin energy of nighttime. Yin energy of the body is cooling and restorative. It is the time of day when our bodies turn inward and regenerate. This is the time we dream and explore the caverns of our unconscious mind. Conversely, daytime is yang, which is expansive. We expend the energy we have built up from the process of sleeping. Together, this is the cycle of yin and yang.

To apply this yin-yang concept to your everyday life try eating your last meal at least three hours before going to bed. For example, you can “cool” your yang energy down by avoiding hot and spicy food and drink. Avoid alcohol, coffee, chocolate and any other stimulants, especially late in the day.

To improve your sleep cycles, help circulate your body’s energy by working out or by gentle exercising. Build your body’s nutritive aspect by eating marrow-based soups and stews, dark pigmented vegetables and fruits. Avoid overworking or over rumination as well.

An invaluable tool to help your brain unwind is meditation. It helps the body create a sense of calm. Meditation can reduce stress, increase feelings of well-being, and improve overall health. It can help one increase alertness, relaxation and reflection even in “waking” states. Meditation is best practiced during the day to help improve your sleep patterns at night.

If you or someone you know suffers from insomnia call today to see what acupuncture and Oriental medicine can do for you! 

 

Sufferers of Chronic Fatigue Find Relief With Oriental Medicine

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is far more than just being tired. It is a frustrating, complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that may worsen with physical or mental activity and does not improve with rest. Those affected with CFS can get so run down that it interferes with the ability to function in day to day activities with some becoming severely disabled and even bedridden. In addition to extreme fatigue, chronic fatigue syndrome encompasses a wide range of other symptoms, including but not limited to, headaches, flu like symptoms and chronic pain.

If you suffer from CFS, Oriental medicine can help relieve many of your symptoms. Exceptional for relieving aches and pains, acupuncture and Oriental medicine treatments can help you avoid getting sick as often, and recover more quickly, as well as improve your vitality and stamina.

Research on Chronic Fatigue and Acupuncture

A study in China evaluated cupping as a treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome. All of the study patients complained of fatigue and some had additional problems with headaches, insomnia, muscle-joint pains, backaches and pains, poor memory, gastrointestinal disturbances, and bitter taste in their mouth, among others. Patients ranging in age from 28-54 received sliding cupping treatments twice a week for a total of 12 treatments. The results showed there was vast improvement in fatigue levels, insomnia, poor memory, spontaneous sweating, sore throat, profuse dreams, poor intake, abdominal distention, diarrhea, and alternating constipation and diarrhea.

In another study conducted at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of TCM in Guangzhou, China, subjects with chronic fatigue syndrome were evenly divided by random selection into an acupuncture group and a control group. The observation group was treated with acupuncture and the control group was treated with an injection. Participants completed a fatigue scale and results showed that people who received acupuncture reported significantly more relief from their symptoms. A similar study conducted in Hong Kong gave half of the group conventional needle acupuncture and half (the control group) sham acupuncture. Again, using a fatigue scale, improvements in physical and mental fatigue were significantly bigger in the acupuncture group and no adverse events occurred.

Most significantly, 28 papers were statistically reviewed through a meta analysis in order to assess the success of acupuncture as a therapy for CFS. The results showed that treatment groups receiving acupuncture for chronic fatigue syndrome had superior results when compared with control groups. Rightly, they concluded that acupuncture therapy is effective for chronic fatigue syndrome and that it does merit additional research.

If you are struggling with chronic fatigue syndrome call today to see how acupuncture and Oriental medicine can be incorporated into your treatment plan!

 

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  • Resolve to Put Insomnia to Rest!
  • Sufferers of Chronic Fatigue Find Relief With Oriental Medicine
  • Tips for a Restful Night

Tips for a Restful Night

Sound sleep is the foundation of good health. We need 6-8 hours of sleep every night to recharge our batteries.

Practicing good sleep hygiene and keeping your body in sync with the rhythm of day and night can help your body cope with sleep deprivation and give it an opportunity to get stronger and heal.

By implementing just a few of these suggestions, you should notice a great improvement in your sleep and how you function during daylight hours.

Ambiance
Make your bedroom a sanctuary. Keep it dark, cool, and quiet. Angle the clock face away from the bed. If you get up to use the bathroom during the night, don’t turn on the light; use a nightlight to safely guide you. The optimal temperature for sleep is 60 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit.

When Hungry
Avoid heavy meals and sugary or high grain snacks before bed. They will raise your blood sugar and make it difficult to fall asleep. Reduce nicotine, caffeine and alcohol use.

If you are hungry, eat a high protein snack a couple of hours before going to bed. Try yogurt, a banana or half of a turkey sandwich.

Reduce Late Night Activity
Stop working at least an hour before you plan to go to bed. Let your mind relax. Limit television and computer use in the evening.

If you want to read in bed, avoid backlit devices as the light stimulates the brain. Read a book or use a device that requires you to use a separate, soft light source.

Bedtime Routine
Establish a relaxing routine as you prepare for bed. Try to go to bed and get up at the same time everyday, even on weekends.

Relax by taking a hot shower, practicing mediation, or try progressive muscle relaxation, starting at your toes and working up to the top of the head.

It is important to leave the day’s worries behind. Do not over-think your day while you lie in bed. Take a deep breath, clear your mind, and drift into a state of restful sleep.


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