Patient Education

Empowering Women’s Health and Fertility

Empowering Women’s Health and Fertility

At Balance, we believe that every woman deserves access to compassionate, healthcare tailored to her unique needs. Our commitment to women’s health goes beyond acupuncture; it’s a holistic approach that nurtures body, mind, and spirit while supporting each woman on her journey to wellness, fertility, and self-empowerment.

Acupuncture Point Stomach 36: A Powerhouse for Health

Acupuncture Point Stomach 36: A Powerhouse for Health

Acupuncture point Stomach 36 (St36) is renowned in TCM for its powerful effects on the body's overall vitality and well-being. While all acupuncture points on the body promote healing, ST36 stands out for its wide range of health benefits. Learn more and enjoy a simple guide to performing a DIY treatment.

Cosmetic Acupuncture Vs. Botox

Cosmetic Acupuncture Vs. Botox

Facial rejuvenation acupuncture and Botox are both treatments aimed at reducing signs of aging, but they differ significantly in their methods and effects. We love cosmetic acupuncture for its ability to use the body's natural healing processes to improve skin tone, reduce wrinkles, and enhance overall facial appearance.

Summer Acupuncture for Winter Wellness

Summer Acupuncture for Winter Wellness

According to TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) theory, summer is the best season to nourish the body and treat winter diseases. Chinese Medicine proposes that we can harness the yang energy of summer to increase our immunity and vitality, come winter.

TCM, Summer + the Fire Element

TCM, Summer + the Fire Element

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), each season is associated with specific elements, organs, emotions, and health practices to maintain harmony and balance. Summer, governed by the Fire element, is a time of abundance, activity, and outward energy. Here’s how TCM approaches health during the toasty summer season!

Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies

Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies

Now is a great time to use acupuncture and herbal medicine to address your spring allergies! The sooner you start treatment, ideally, the easier your pollen season will be. Here are some tips that will help bolster your immune system in preparation for those spring blooms!

TCM Food Therapy for Summer Wellness

TCM Food Therapy for Summer Wellness

Summer is just around the corner! Beach days, barbecues, and pool hangs are calling our name. The energy of the season is all about joy, connection, expansiveness, and fun. To enjoy the season to its fullest, TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) teaches us how to live in harmony with the season and the feisty element of Fire. Food therapy plays a major role in how we can maintain good health year round!

TCM Tips for a Healthy Summer

TCM Tips for a Healthy Summer

Things are warming up and we've got your TCM tips to help you enjoy a happy and healthy summer! The transition from Spring to Summer is represented by the wood element moving into the FIRE element. The new growth and budding energy of spring is now exploding into summer vibrance and abundance. Whether you thrive in the heat or want to melt away, self-care is essential this time of year.