Acupuncture is an evidence-based medical intervention involving the stimulation of particular areas of the body (acupuncture points, muscles, tendons, and other anatomical structures) by the insertion of thin, solid, sterile acupuncture needles.
I utilize a combination of traditional and modern acupuncture techniques (including trigger po
Acupuncture is an evidence-based medical intervention involving the stimulation of particular areas of the body (acupuncture points, muscles, tendons, and other anatomical structures) by the insertion of thin, solid, sterile acupuncture needles.
I utilize a combination of traditional and modern acupuncture techniques (including trigger point/"dry" needling).
Acupuncture needles essentially activate receptors that communicate with the central nervous, endocrine and cardiovascular systems, resulting in the release of natural pain-killing substances and the dilation of blood vessels, which then deliver oxygen, nutrient-rich blood, hormones, immune factors and other substances required for health to areas of the body that are undernourished or dysfunctional in some way.
Acupuncture is one aspect of Chinese Medicine, which also includes herbal therapy, moxibustion, Qi Gong, Tui Na (medicinal massage), etc.
Pain causes us not only physical but also emotional distress and, at times, the reverse is also true.
I have seen patients' lives completely transformed by relieving of them of their pain. That has served as incredible motivation to learn to do it better.
Acupuncture is physical medicine--the branch of medicine that treats biomechanical d
Pain causes us not only physical but also emotional distress and, at times, the reverse is also true.
I have seen patients' lives completely transformed by relieving of them of their pain. That has served as incredible motivation to learn to do it better.
Acupuncture is physical medicine--the branch of medicine that treats biomechanical disorders and injuries. it both treats pain and frees up tension in musculoskeletal tissues so underlying systems can work better, too. I utilize both ancient and modern techniques—such as trigger point needling aka "dry needling," motor point needling, segmental acupuncture, scalp acupuncture and others.
I have a particular interest in treating athletes. In 2011, I published an article in the Journal of Chinese Medicine about the acupuncture treatment of lower leg injuries in runners: "The Runner's Point."
Like acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine is dynamic and intends to restore health in a patient, rather than mask symptoms. As a patient's conditions shifts and improves, the prescribed formula(s) may also be adjusted.
Ash is a certified Diplomate in Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM). This indicates to patients and peers that Ash has met nation
Like acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine is dynamic and intends to restore health in a patient, rather than mask symptoms. As a patient's conditions shifts and improves, the prescribed formula(s) may also be adjusted.
Ash is a certified Diplomate in Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM). This indicates to patients and peers that Ash has met national standards for the safe and competent practice of Chinese herbology as defined by the acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM) profession. While this certification is not required by law in Washington state, it is an important distinction. Click here to learn more about why this is an important distinction that consumers should seek in finding a qualified practitioner.
My commitment to you is to maintain and refine my knowledge of anatomy, muscle functionality, exercise physiology (through the lens of sports acupuncture training), the effects of acupuncture and electro-acupuncture, and classical Chinese medical theory. Together these aspects of health and healing have greatly enhanced the way I practice acupuncture.
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Sports acupuncture is another area of particular interest to me and falls under the general category of orthopedics.
The goals of sports acupuncture treatment are simple: increase performance and decrease injury rehabilitation time. In my practice I strive to always consider the underlying health and habits of the individual so I may treat the person and not just the injury.
In 2011, I completed a Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship with Whitfield Reaves and worked for years as one of his assistants teachers. I've also studied modern neuroanatomy and physiology as a way of refining ancient Chinese medical theory and techniques within the context of modern pain medicine.
Conditions treated:
After treating many many runners early on in my career, I was led to the "discovery" of an extraordinary point that is useful in treatment of many lower leg and foot problems. (Please see my article, "The Runner's Point," published in the Journal of Chinese Medicine in 2011.)
Depending on the athlete's presentation the focus of treatment may be on an injury itself, balancing opposing muscle groups or injury prevention. Typically a patient will be seen one to two times per week in the injury phase and somewhat less frequently for maintenance and performance enhancement.
Chinese herbal medicine is a comprehensive approach to whole health care, that seeks to support the body’s systems in order to restore health.
In doing so, Chinese herbal medicine addresses a variety of complaints:
Like acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine is dynamic and intends to restore health in a patient, rather than mask symptoms. As a patient's conditions shifts and improves, the prescribed formula(s) may also be adjusted.
Learn more about our pharmacy and the safety of our herb suppliers here.
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