Acupuncture

Our great Acupuncturists

Meriam Chaheen is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in the State of California. She is a graduate with highest honors from Emperor’s College on Traditional Oriental medicine in Santa Monica, California. She received her education from knowledgeable and experienced Asian and American acupuncturist in Emperor’s College.

As a licensed acupuncturist, Meriam is trained the safe usage of Chinese herbs in conjunction with commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals. She has selected the highest quality of natural products for her patients. She describes her acupuncture treatment as a safe, natural and drug free Mtherapy, yielding no side effects except feelings of relaxation and well-being. By inserting hair thin acupuncture needle in to specific points on the body she is restoring vitality and joy. Her specialty is pain management and reducing emotional stress. She is using her knowledge and technique to treat musculoskeletal disorders,

Digestive disorders, Gynecological problems as well as weight loss and quitting smoking. Her acupuncture treatment may combine with herbs, meditation, cupping, massage or light exercises. As a skilled practitioner, her work involves around the restoration of health, enhancing the quality
of life.She will do her best in every possible way to assure that her patients receive the best quality care. She is looking forward to see you soon.

Benefits Benefits of Acupuncture

Acupuncture improves the body’s functions and promotes the natural self-healing process by stimulating specific anatomic sites--commonly referred to as acupuncture points, or acupoints. The most common method used to stimulate acupoints is the insertion of fine, sterile needles into the skin. Pressure, heat, or electrical stimulation may further enhance the effects. Other acupoint stimulation techniques include:Tui Na, moxibustion or heat therapy, cupping, and the application of topical herbal medicines and linaments. Traditional Chinese Medicine is based on an ancient philosophy that describes the universe, and the body, in terms of two opposing forces: yin and yang. When these forces are in balance, the body is healthy. Energy, called "Qi" (pronounced "chee") flows along specific pathways, called meridians, throughout the body. This constant flow of Qi keeps the yin and yang forces balanced. However, if the flow of Qi gets blocked, the disruption can lead to pain or illness. Acupuncture can release blocked Qi in the body and stimulate the body’s natural healing response through various physiological systems. Modern research has demonstrated acupuncture’s effects on the nervous system, endocrine and immune systems, cardiovascular system, and digestive system. Harmonize your body, mind & soul with acupuncture and wellness.

Cupping

Cupping is a painless procedure that feels like a deep tissue massage when movement is applied.

Tui Na

Tui Na is a form of Chinese manipulative therapy often used in conjunction with acupuncture to harmonize flow of the Qi throughout the body and bring it back to balance.

Herbal Medicine

Herbal formulas mainly made from organic substances such as plants, flowers, minerals, and other natural substances acupuncture and wellness

Acupuncture is an effective form of health care that has envolved into a complete and holistic medical system. An acupuncturist will insert fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body, This activates the body's vital energy and promotes natural healing by enhancing recuperative power,
immunity and physical health.

- Unlike hypodermic needles, acupuncture needles are ultra-thin and flexible.

- Acupuncture is very safe when practiced by a trained acupuncturist using sterile, disposable needles.

- Acupuncture can be used alongside conventional Western medicine, Osteopathic or Chiropractic adjustments, or naturopathic prescriptions.

- Initial consultation and treatment can take one to two hours. A complete medical history is taken, an Oriental medical diagnosis made, treatment administered.