Acu-Na Wellness Center

Description of Services

RESTORING VIBRANT HEALTH

Our treatments combine Traditional Chinese Medicine, non-invasive testing, electro-medicine, targeted nutritional therapies and other holistic modalities that support the body’s own healing mechanisms. They improve overall health naturally to help you feel and function better.

By working together you will feel empowered to take an active role in your own health!

YOUR BEST DEFENSE AGAIN RISING HEALTHCARE COSTS IS TO GET HEALTHY AND STAY HEALTHY THROUGH A NATURAL HEALTH APPROACH, GUIDED BY A PROFESSIONAL THAT RESONATES WITH YOU. I WOULD LOVE TO BE ON YOUR TEAM. PLEASE GIVE ME A CALL!

NEURO-HORMONAL BALANCING

Imbalances in neurotransmitters and hormones can lead to symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, depression, menopausal symptoms and more. We use proven laboratory testing to determine your imbalances. We use only targeted nutritional therapy and herbs to correct these imbalance. We follow-up our initial testing with a retest to confirm your new balance.

Lasting menopause relief — naturally

Are your menopause symptoms making you miserable?

At the Acu-Na Wellness Center we help women deal with menopause naturally using a new ground breaking system. We help women balance their internal chemistry naturally with targeted nutritional therapy. We can help you feel better— without drugs. No matter how awful you feel now.

If you are suffering from hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, fatigue, weight gain, cravings, irritability, anxiety, depression, mood swings or more, your symptoms are your body’s way of calling out for help. You are “out of balance.” We will rebalance your neuro-endocrine system. Maybe you’ve lost your libido or you’re having problems with vaginal dryness, or maybe you’re experiencing “fuzzy thinking,” difficulty concentrating or remembering details. All these symptoms make menopause seem pretty awful — but it doesn’t have to be that way. Stop suffering and just come in! We promise to have the natural answer.

ACU-NA™ ACUPUNCTURE

This is an opportunity to find out where & why your body is out of balance. You will complete a health questionnaire prior to your appointment. Your presenting signs and symptoms, along with your tongue and pulse will determine your personalized treatment. Acupuncture is the insertion of very fine needles on the body’s surface, in order to influence physiological functioning of the body (i.e. enhance the body’s innate ability to restore itself to full health). Acupuncture restores the body’s sense of “well-being”. This is a very relaxing and healing experience that can only be obtained through this amazing ancient healing system. If you’ve ever thought about trying acupuncture, now is the time! NOW is the time to try something new. You will be astonished at how great you can feel!

What Should I Expect During Treatment?

Your first visit, lasting approximately 1.5 hours, will give you the opportunity to set the tone for your unique healing journey with an in-depth exploration of your health and wellness. This session involves a clarification of your goals for treatment, a review of your health history, including pertinent biographical life experience, and a physical exam. You should bring a list of all medications and supplements to your appointment. I will explain all the services available to you at the Acu-Na Wellness Center. Together, we will establish your personalized treatment plan. You will also receive your first treatment. Subsequent sessions will last approximately 60 minutes. Each session will begin with a “check-in” regarding our last session, and an update on your overall health, then implementing the appropriate treatment for that session. Your treatment plan may include: acupuncture, bodywork, herbal remedies, neuro-hormonal balancing, nutritional counseling and lifestyle changes.

How Many Sessions Will I Need And How Often Should I Be Treated?

Chinese Medicine is a holistic therapy and its effect is cumulative. As such, once beginning the process, expect to be committed to a series of sessions. Generally a course of treatment runs in the area of five to ten sessions. As for the frequency this will certainly vary, according to the nature of our focus. Acute conditions require more frequency than chronic conditions, though may respond more quickly to treatment, whereas chronic conditions may require more time and patience. As a general rule expect to commit to appointments at least once (possibly twice) a week for one to two months, then spacing out accordingly to every other week. You will want to continue your treatments as you will be feeling progressively better with each treatment. Typically, once a state of balanced health is sustained, patients choose to move to more of a wellness program, which might warrant treatments once during each season. Naturally, the greatest success comes to those who are motivated and committed to a full progression of treatment. We work with each patient to design a treatment strategy that will produce results and fit your budget. We want you to feel better!

Acu-Na™ FACIAL MASSAGE

Acu-Na facial massage differs from other facial massages as it targets specific meridians on the face, neck and shoulders. It combines the use of acupressure points, warm and cold stones along with a scalp massage. Externally it benefits your facial appearance by relaxing and toning your facial muscles and improving local blood flow. Internally, it can help in relieving common problems like headache, insomnia, nasal congestion, sinusitis and sore eyes.

ACU-NA™ WELLNESS MASSAGE

This exclusive treatment is designed to support and nourish internal organs and the immune system. It is a treatment of the “whole” person, which simultaneously provides healing and the reconnection of the body, mind and spirit. Healing herbal oil and warm stones are used to infuse acupoints, disseminating a warm flow over the entire body. This massage incorporates acupressure, Tui’ Na and reflexology. This is an excellent massage for someone suffering from stress, fatigue, cancer, or any chronic illness. This is an amazing rejuvenating massage!

ACU-NA™ INTEGRATED MASSAGE

A bodywork session combining Tui Na and a variety of modalities. It is tailored especially for you given your physical and internal condition! Since this massage is very medicinal and diagnostic, it is given only by our acupuncturist.

TUI’ NA MASSAGE

This unique massage seeks to establish a more harmonious flow of qi and blood in your body, allowing the body to heal itself naturally. Tui’ Na uses a variety of hand techniques to stimulate acu-points and meridians that will activate the neurological system, circulation and lymphatic flow. It can alleviate pain, headaches, constipation and other neuromuscular or internal imbalances. An important benefit of Tui Na is that you will not only feel relaxed but

ONCOLOGY SUPPORT PROGRAM

Acupuncture can specifically help in pain control, immune enhancement, and reduce side effects of the various therapies and medications such as nausea, constipation, neuropathy, fatigue, swelling, insomnia, and stress. AWC offers oncology support through Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine, oncology massage, nutrition, natural supplements and emotional support. We have an Immune Enhancement and a Detoxification Program. We will help ease your worries and stress through our professional body/mind medicine.

JADE 3-STEP ELECTRO-LYMPHATIC TREATMENT

Detox Body Treatment – (90 min)

This is an advanced electronically assisted lymphatic drainage and detoxification treatment. It combines high frequency, micro-current, and color light therapy. It gently stimulates the meridians, stimulates the lymph, increases the drainage of toxins in connective tissues and provides electrical revitalization of cells.The stream of electrons temporarily disorganizes and releases the electrical bonds of non-functional protein chains, lumps, and accumulations. This lymphatic movement technology more quickly and effectively cleans out the lymph system more naturally and significantly than any other. The focus of this treatment is to empower the organs and natural systems of the body at the cellular level to do what they were programmed to do. This is a great treatment for weight loss or cellulite. Fantastic for full body rejuvenation!

Included is a 21-Day Home Detoxification Program.

JADE ANTI-ANGING FACIAL REJUVENATION TREATMENT

Rejuvenation – (60 min)

This non-needle treatment stimulates lines and points on the face using low-level electrical stimulation (micro current) and customized color light therapy to provide facial rejuvenation that not only improves the appearance of the face, but promotes good health and vibrant energy as well. Micro-current works directly on acu-points, nerves, muscle fibers, blood circulation, and promotes collagen and elastin production. Color light works by enhancing subtle regulatory and cellular communication systems throughout the body. This combined therapy gives a lifting and rejuvenating effect on the face, skin and sense of well-being.

JOINT REJUVENATION TREATMENT

A massage using joint moving techniques to increase flexibility and joint mobility, relieving pain and relaxing the body. It can also enhance performance and prevent and treat sports-related injuries.

CHILL BUSTER WARM-STONE MASSAGE

An ancient Native American therapy using basalt warm stones and warm herbal oil along with healing hands to relieve stress, aide in the rehabilitation of injuries, relieve pain, and increase circulation.

PAIN BUSTER MASSAGE THERAPY

A massage using deeper pressure to relieve pain, release fascia, increase circulation, reduce adhesions/scar tissue, release spasms while still providing a relaxing experience.

STRESS BUSTER MASSAGE THERAPY

This massage is the most commonly offered and best known type of massage. It uses a firm but gentle pressure to improve circulation, ease muscle aches and tension, improve flexibility and create relaxation.

“IN THE ZONE” THERAPY MASSAGE

Rejuvenate your entire body while relaxing. Reflexology is the science and art of applying specific techniques to the body system’s “mini-maps” located in the feet, hands and ears. Reflexology helps relieve pain and stress, assisting the natural healing processes of the body on all levels. This healing technique gently promotes release of blocked energy pathways and helps your body relax, detoxify and repair. A great additional therapy for plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel or neuropathy.

HEAVEN “SCENT” MASSAGE

High grade medicinal essential oils are massaged into the skin, inhaled and diffused to scent an entire roomEssential oils are believed to have a powerful effect on mood by stimulating two structures deep in the brain known to store emotions and memory. Essential oils can affect the mood, alleviate fatigue, reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. Aromatherapy is one of the fastest growing fields in alternative medicine. You will definitely get your two “scents” worth!

MOUNTAIN HIKER TUNE-UP MASSAGE THERAPY

Mountain Hiker Tune Up is for the mountain walker, biker or runner, and includes a combination of massage and stretching of the lower back, hips and legs to relieve the aches and pains of an active lifestyle.

TRADITIONAL CHINESE HERBAL REMEDIES

NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS AND PRODUCTS

NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY BACK TO WELLNESS USING BASIC NUTRIENT MEDICINE Since most symptoms are the result of a disharmony in the body, this service takes an in-depth look at exactly which vitamins, minerals, and/or enzymes your body may be missing, along with a look at other biological conditions such as your body’s pH, which is a corner stone for experiencing true health. Good nutrition is the key to many of our health and wellness problems. Nutritional evaluation and counseling is one of the cornerstones of any natural medicine treatment plan. We are what we eat and breathe. Our air both indoors and outdoors is polluted. Our food is full of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, and has lower nutritional value because it is raised in depleted soil. All these poisons and chemicals which we unwittingly put into our bodies strongly affect our growth and health and well-being. Nutritional counseling will give you recommendations on what to eat and what to avoid eating. We will also make recommendations on what herbal, vitamin or mineral supplements might be best for you. By eating better quality foods and cleansing the body of old toxins, you will begin to feel better, healthier and more alive. 

SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND THEIR ANSWERS

1. What is the philosophy behind Eastern Medicine? Eastern medicine considers mind, body, and spirit as inseparable. You can’t just treat the physical symptom but must incorporate the state of the person’s spirit. Western medicine treats only the symptom generally with unnatural substances that have serious side effects. Drugs generally don’t address why something went wrong to begin with. Eastern medicine does.

2. How does acupuncture heal? Eastern medicine would explain the process through activating the qi in the channels to obtain the desired affect. We now know through medical research using fMRI’s that acupuncture points identify neurological capacitors that activate the CNS inducing a specific physiological response when needled.