DAVID LEE ACUPUNCTURE

Allergy
Asthma
Carpal Tunnel
Chronic Fatigue
Cold Hands & Feet
Dizziness & Vertigo

Female Health
- menstrual issues
- menopause
- infertility / miscarriage
Frozen shoulder
Gastritis & Ulcer
Headache

ALLERGY

More than 50 million Americans suffer from various types of allergies. That means one out of five! Of

these

50 million sufferers, 35 million or 17% of the population have allergic rhinitis,

popularly known as

hayfever. Allergic rhinitis is the single most common chronic disease experienced by Americans. What

even more shocking is that the occurrence of allergies in developed countries is sharply on the rise.

WHAT CAUSES HAYFEVER?

Hayfever is essentially a mistaken immune reaction to airborne particles, which normally do not cause

the

body any trouble.

These particles may be:

Most people inhale these without a problem. People with allergies inhale these and the body reacts as if

were being invaded by a pathogen:

Many patients do not want to stay on medications for long periods of time. Happily, Chinese medicine

provides a time-tested alternative.

HOW DOES CHINESE MEDICINE WORK?

Chinese medicine seeks to restore balance to the body. Therefore, the practitioner begins by doing a

Chinese medical diagnosis to determine the patient’s individualized pattern of disharmony. Each

individual

is uniquely assessed and diagnosed.

Based on that individualized pattern diagnosis, the practitioner will then craft a personalized treatment

plan

encompassing all aspects of the patient’s life.

Chinese medicine can be very effective during an attack and for prevention. The goal is to have less

frequency, severity, and duration.

Chinese medicine provides a time-tested alternative when it comes to the treatment of hay fever and

other

allergies.

HAYFEVER & DIET

Chinese medical practitioners believe that, in most cases, the cause of hayfever is both diet and heredity

related. In particular, they are advised to stay away from or minimize sugars and sweets, fruit juices,

dairy

products, nuts and oils, and chilled, uncooked foods. Although other factors, such as exercise and

stress,

play a part in many people’s hayfever, modification of one’s diet is usually the cornerstone of the

Chinese

medical treatment plan. Happily, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine make such dietary

changes

easier to implement.

How do I know Chinese medicine can help allergies?

Considerable research has been done in the People’s Republic of China on the effects of acupuncture

and

Chinese herbal medicine on hayfever and other respiratory allergies. National Institute of Health (NIH)

had

conducted experiments that confirm acupuncture’s usefulness.

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ANXIETY

DEPRESSION

From time to time, everyone feels sad, often for a

good

reason such as a setback at work or the death

of a

loved one. Most people cope with such feelings,

and

over time, shake off the sadness. In contrast,

clinical

depression appears without an apparent

reason and

increasingly interferes with a person’s

ability to

function.

Oriental medicine can help improve the quality of life

through inner balancing. Enjoyment of life is

enhanced

when the spiritual and physical health are

in tune.

Patients show significant improvement after 3 weeks of treatment.
Total treatment is upto 2 to 3 months.

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ASTHMA

Asthma is a condition with difficulty breathing. It usually occurs at young age

Oriental medicine has been successful in Asia for thousands of years and the

general population is getting some of its benefits. The benefits are the

improvement

of breathing and the better functioning of the lungs.

Improvement is accomplished with acupuncture and time-tested Chinese herbs.

The usual course of treatment is up to 4 months and one should notice

significant improvement within 3 weeks.

National Institute of Health (NIH) states, “asthma, in which acupuncture may be useful as an adjunct

treatment or an acceptable alternative or be included in a comprehensive management program.”

It is recommended that you keep your doctor informed of treatments and update your doctor of the

progress.

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CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

Carpal tunnel syndrome, which encompasses a range of symptoms affecting the hands and wrists, is

now

the most common hand problem for a visit to the doctor. It has been estimated that millions of

Americans

presently have the syndrome, due primarily to their occupations.

Typical symptoms are:

The direct cause is pressure on the median nerve, which carries messages between the hand and brain.

The carpal tunnel itself is a narrow opening in the wrist. The tunnel is situated on the palm side of the

wrist, and nine tendons as well as the median nerve pass through it. If any of these tendons swells, or if

injury causes the space inside the tunnel decrease, the median nerve may become irritated or

pinched,

leading to inflammation, swelling, and pain.

Anyone whose job or hobby calls for repeating the same motions over and over is vulnerable to the

syndrome. Computer operators, pianists, and checkout clerks are among those who are at high risk.

The median nerve may become irritated or pinched, leading to inflammation, swelling, and pain.

SELF-TEST

One simple test point to a diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome called Phalen’s test. You put the backs

your hands against each other with the wrists completely flexed. If you feel numbness, tingling, or pain

within 60 seconds, the median nerve is probably compressed.

ACUPUNCTURE

Patients usually have immediate result after three treatments. In most cases, more

than half the

relief is expected after one month of acupuncture. Total treatment period

is up to 2 or 3 months,

depending on the severity of the condition.

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CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Chronic fatigue syndrome (aka CFS) is characterized with main symptom of unremitting and disabling

exhaustion. In some cases, the syndrome follows an infectious illness. In others, the symptoms appear

during a time of unusual stress, or they may start gradually, with no perceivable cause.

Possible connections are:

Recent studies have discounted a number of earlier suspects, including infection with the Epstein-Barr

virus or other viruses but these can be seen as related factors.

About half the individuals diagnosed as having CFS seem to have had a pre-existing psychiatric disorder.

Other patients develop depression and anxiety only after the syndrome has taken hold.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has compiled the following list of conditions that

must be present to make a diagnosis:

Oriental medicine treats CFS as a condition of both the imbalance in the body and the infection. Fatigued

body makes viral infection more susceptible. If untreated, it can become precursor to many diseases.

The goal of oriental medicine is to treat the disease and the imbalance.

In most cases, patients notice

significant relief within 3 weeks, and the total course of

treatment is between 3 to 4 months.

Treatment, meditation, exercise, stress avoiding activities, and individualized foods all contribute to

treatment and prevention. Patients experience improved sleep, increased vitality, and short recovery time.

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COLD HANDS & FEET

Raynaud’s (pronounced ray-nose) disease is a circulatory disorder characterized by spasms of arteries

that carry blood to the fingers and toes. Exposure to cold or emotional stress triggers the spasms; the

underlying mechanism may be similar to that of migraine headaches.

Typical symptoms are

In about 10 percent of patients, the skin of affected fingers and toes becomes smooth, shiny, and tight

due

to a loss of underlying tissue.

Primary (Idiopathic), which has no identifiable cause, is comparatively mild and most common among

young women. Secondary Raynaud’s, which is more potentially serious, is associated with some other

ailment, such as a thyroid disorder, or is triggered by an identifiable circumstance, such as occupational

hazards or the use of various drugs.

Chinese herbs are effective in treating cold hands and feet. It takes between two to three months of

herbal

treatment. There is increased energy and circulation, thus helping the body retain heat for a long

time.

There is significant improvement

after

4 weeks of treatment. The total

treatment

is between 2 to 3 months

and the result

lasts for a long time.

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One or more symptoms include:

Occurrences can be incapacitating, lasting from several hours to several days and recurring with varying

frequency.

An attack may be precipitated by a rise in fluid in the labyrinth area of the inner ear,

causing increased pressure and a disrupted sense of balance. It usually begins in

mid-life and occurs about equally in men and women.

This is diagnosed as obstruction in the meridian energy pathways that run through the ear. Often the

cause is the adverse reaction to food allergens, infection, or diseases.

Symptoms are often alleviated in a few sessions, and a series of treatments may reduce the frequency of

attacks.

Patients have significant relief within 3 weeks and the total treatment is up to 2 or 3

months.

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FIBROMYALGIA

Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), is a common condition mostly affecting women between 20-50 years of

age. It is chronic, widespread, and severe characterized by:

It is neither a rheumatic, inflammatory, progressive, or degenerative disorder. However, it is also not

solely

a psychosomatic or psychiatric disorder. In 1987, the American Medical Association (AMA)

recognized

FMS as a true illness and major cause of disability. Fibromyalgia can be differentiated from

other chronic

muscle-joint pain by the presence of pain or tenderness on pressure in at least 11 of 18

specific points on

the body.

70-90% of FMS sufferers will also have one or more of the following:

Because fibromyalgia involves a number of different symptoms, various medications for each of these

symptoms are prescribed such as antidepressants, anti-inflammatories. Ironically, some of these side

effects include many of the symptoms of FMS.

According to Chinese medical theory, when energy does not move, there is pain. Therefore, disabling

pain

is simply treated by moving the static energy.

Because every patient with FMS has a slightly different Chinese medical pattern discrimination, each

patient receives their own individualized treatment. This treatment mainly consists of acupuncture and/or

Chinese herbal formulas drank as a “tea” several times per day. In addition, practitioners will pay close

attention to each patient’s diet and lifestyle in order to treat the whole person and eliminate the root of

the

condition.

Typically, the Chinese medical treatment of fibromyalgia lasts several months in its active phase, and

this

may be followed up by several months of taking Chinese herbs in pill or powder form preventatively.

Patients have significant relief within 3 weeks and the total treatment is up to 3 or 4

months.

ORIENTAL MEDICINE TREATS FIBROMYALGIA

Chinese exercises such as Qi-Gong and Tai-Chi. Diet and stress management are crucial aspects of self-

treatment.

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FROZEN SHOULDER

Frozen shoulder begins as a slight pain and progresses to severe discomfort, which becomes worse

when

the shoulder is moved. Eventually, the shoulder stiffens to the point that it cannot be moved at all.

It typically starts with a minor injury that leads to inflammation. The normal response is not to move the

painful joint, thus allowing adhesions. This provides opportunity for the constricting bands of tissue to

form.

Adhesions make it even more difficult and painful to move the shoulder, and a vicious cycle

develops.

Eventually, the capsule lining the shoulder joint shrinks because of scar tissue resulting from

the

adhesions.

VISCIOUS CYCLE:

minor injury

►

pain

►

no movement

►

fibrous

ous tissues form

►

adhesion

►

ore pain

►

less range of motion

► more adhesion

It is categorized in Oriental medicine as Qi stagnation or Blood stagnation. Once this condition is

resolved, there is proper energetic flow, helping to increase range of motion with lessening of pain.

Patients have significant relief within 3 weeks and the total treatment is up to 3 or 4

months.

In one study of over 20,000 patients at UCLA, acupuncture reduced both the frequency and severity of of

muscle tension, headaches, and migraines. Another study, involving 204 patients suffering from chronic

painful conditions, resulted in 74% experiencing significant relief for over three months after acupuncture

treatment.

Doctors also have found that using acupuncture lowers the need for conventional pain-killing drugs and

thus reduces the risk of side effects for patients who take the drugs.

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GASTRITIS

Gastritis is a stomach inflammation that may produce bleeding, ulceration, and erosion of the lining.

Severe erosive gastritis calls for prompt treatment to stop any bleeding. When bleeding is profuse, a

stomach tube may be inserted and ice water passed through it to constrict any leaking blood vessels.

There are varying Oriental medical diagnosis and each condition requires different approach to treatment.

The main assessments are (1)Liver-Qi(energy) invading the Stomach, (2) Cold invading the Stomach, (3)

Stomach-Heat, (4) Stomach-Fire, (5) Stomach-Phlegm Fire, (6) Damp Heat in the Stomach, (7) Stomach

and Liver Heat, (8) Stomach Yin Deficiency.

In these cases, the proper selection of acupuncture points and Chinese herbs can be an effective

treatment.

Patients notice significant result after two weeks. The total course of treatment is

between 3 to 4

months with minimal recurrence thereafter.

SELF TREATMENT

Gastritis is usually concurrent with lifestyles the body eventually is not able to cope with, manifesting in

digestive disorders. Simply changing diets, staying away from unhealthy habits, and going on mental

exercise program along with treatments are an effective approach.

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HEADACHE

A headache is any pain in the head, the discomfort of which can vary greatly. It may be dull or sharp,

throbbing or constant, localized to a small area or engulfing the entire head. Some people suffer

headaches only occasionally, while for others the problem is chronic.

For some 20 million Americans each year, the pain of headache is severe enough to warrant a visit for

treatments. And according to government estimates, some 64 million workdays are lost due to various

types of headaches.

SIMPLE TENSION

is the leading cause of headaches.

CLASSIC MIGRAIN

is heralded by a warning aura, of dizziness, mood changes, loss of appetite,

and

visual distortions such as flashing lights and blindspots.

COMMON MIGRAINE

develops suddenly when the blood vessels open up, or dilate, thus resulting in

expanded flow of blood and producing the throbbing pain.

CLUSTER

headaches are caused by abnormalities in the blood vessels of the head. Nicknamed

“Suicide headaches” because of their severity, they appear in clusters just as their name applies. These

headaches generally occur daily, sometimes several times a day, for weeks or months at a time and

then suddenly disappear, only to recur weeks, months, or even years later.

Oriental medical diagnosis is Qi stagnation or Blood stagnation. It is best to receive acupuncture

treatments while one has attacks. It ensures proper diagnosis for the most effective treatment.

The goal is to reduce intensity, frequency, and duration. Every succeeding week should be less pain

than

the previous week.

The patient notices significant relief within 3 weeks, and total

course of

treatment is between 2-3 months.

Once this condition is resolved, there is proper energetic flow, minimizing or preventing further attacks.

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HORMONE IMBALANCE

Please refer to the testimonials

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IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a motility disorder involving the intestines. Patients may experience

variable degrees of

Western medicine directly links between the GI tract and the central nervous system. Such a brain-gut

connection would explain why emotional upsets affect the intestines and why intestinal systems affect

the mood.

The good news is that Chinese medicine has been proven to treat IBS safely and effectively. Chinese

medical literature is virtually unanimous in its description of the Chinese medical mechanisms of this

disorder. All Chinese sources say this condition is worsened by stress, improper diet, obsessive

thinking, too much fatigue, propensity, and too little physical exercise.

Patients have significant result after two to three weeks. Total treatment is between

3 to 4

months.

A large amount of research has been done on the Chinese medical treatment of IBS, especially in the

Japan, Korea, and People’s Republic of China.

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LOW BACK PAIN

In Western medicine, acute low back pain is treated with rest, local heat, massage, oral
analgesics, and muscle relaxants. Chronic low back pain is treated by weight loss, exercise,
orally administered and intramuscularly injected analgesics, and surgery.

In one study of over 20,000 patients at UCLA, acupuncture reduced

both the frequency and severity of

muscle tension, headaches,

and migraines. Another study, involving 204 patients suffering from

chronic

painful conditions, resulted in 74% experiencing significant

relief for over three months after

acupuncture

treatment.

Doctors also have found that using acupuncture lowers the need for

conventional pain-killing drugs and

thus reduces the risk of side

effects for patients who take the drugs.

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NECK PAIN

Neck pain usually is related with whiplash accidents. It tends to persist and reappear often. Chronic

neck

pain without an obvious injury are related with stress factors and food.

Excessive stress and allergic foods tense the muscles in the body. Muscles are more than the

attachment to bones. Blood vessels, heart, stomach, and intestines are made up of muscles. Other

organs, such as lungs, depend on the pleural muscles for proper breathing.

When the tensions throughout the body are prolonged, then the tight

muscles inhibit proper body

functions.

The pain exhibits most frequently in the neck and shoulder areas.

Patients notice significant improvement after a few visits.

Regularly scheduled

maintenance

helps to ensure maximum comfort.

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NEUROPATHY

Inflammation involving nerves that serve parts of the body outside the brain and spinal cord are referred

as peripheral neuropathy or neuritis. Because the inflammation interferes with the transmission of

messages along these nerves, symptoms may include:

Acupuncture is one of the most effective alternative therapies for alleviating nerve pain. A series of

treatment maybe all that is needed to provide lasting relief, especially caused by muscle spasms and

stress.

The National Institute of Health states that acupuncture may be useful as an adjunct treatment or an

acceptable alternative or be included in a comprehensive management program. Low back pain, joint

pain, and soft tissue injury are the most common complaints treated in an acupuncture clinic.

In one study of over 20,000 patients at UCLA, acupuncture reduced both the frequency and severity of

muscle tension, headaches, and migraines. Another study, involving 204 patients suffering from

chronic

painful conditions, resulted in 74% experiencing significant relief for over three months after

acupuncture

treatment.

Doctors also have found that using acupuncture lowers the need for conventional pain-killing drugs and

thus reduces the risk of side effects for patients who take the drugs.

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RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME

Uncomfortable sensations prompt an irresistible urge to move one or both legs. The feelings are

centered usually in the calf, although the thighs and feet are sometimes affected as well. Symptoms

occur when sitting or lying down, and are especially noticeable when trying to fall asleep. In fact,

restless leg syndrome is medically classified as a neurological sleep disorder. A variation, myoclonic

jerks, causes involuntary leg movements that disrupt sleep.

Type A personality are especially susceptible. Stress and hereditary are contributing factors.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatments help to significantly reduce the jerking

of the legs

and to improve quality of sleep.

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RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an auto-immune disease marked by

inflammatory changes in joints. It affects daily living, especially

when the inflammation and stiffness prevents many normal activities.

Mornings are especially difficult, since the loosening of the stiffness

may take a few hours.

When the inflammation is subsided, active exercise is used to maintain muscle strength and range of

motion.

Happily, acupuncture is very successful in treating pain, inflammation and stiffness.

Usual course of treatment is about 1 month with 3 visits per week. Once or twice a

week

acupuncture visit thereafter helps to ensure minimal discomfort.

It is recommended that you keep your doctor informed of treatments and update your doctor of the

progress.

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SPRAIN

A stretching or tearing of ligaments, the fibrous bands that bind bones together at a joint, is referred to

as a sprain. Typically, the surrounding blood vessels are also injured, resulting in bruising.

Although ligaments are very strong, almost any fall or misstep that twists

a joint into an unnatural position can result in a sprain; in fact, a sprained

ankle is the most common of all sports injuries. The knees are also

vulnerable to severe sprains.

For acute and chronic sprains, acupuncture is known to reduce significant amount

of pain

and

inflammation after the second visit. A few more treatments help to

recover at least twice

as fast

and to resolve the condition.

David Lee Acupuncture treats following conditions:

· pollen
· animal dander
· dust
· mold
· food
· insects and their feces

· sneezing
· runny nose
· red, itchy
· watering eyes
· headache
· asthmatic contraction of the bronchioles
leading to panting, wheezing & coughing

Major depressive episode, in
which symptoms have no
identifiable cause and prevent
the person from performing
normal daily activities. The
episode may be isolated or
recurrent.

Patients have significant relief
within 3 weeks and the total treatment
is up to 2 to 3 months.

· persistent numbness
· burning
· tingling of the hands
· stiffness
· swelling
· loss of hand strength & dexterity
· fine movement difficulty
· worsening at night

· hormone deficiencies
· allergies
· improper foods
· stress
· depression
· anxiety
· the reactivation of a dormant virus
· neurological damage sustained in
previous illness

· debilitating fatigue lasting for at least six months.
· the exclusion of other disorders that cause fatigue
· mild fever
· sore throat
· painful lymph nodes
· generalized muscle weakness
· muscle aches
· headache
· joint pains
· prolonged fatigue after exercise
· inability to concentrate
· altered sleep habits

· sensation of coldness
· numbness
· tingling
· pronounced changes in color, ranging from pale pink
or white due to reduced blood flow, to blue because
of insufficient oxygen reaching the affected tissues
· a deep red as extra blood rushes to the area

Studies at new York’s Rusk
Institute of Rehabilitation
Medicine have demonstrated
that acupuncture can increase
blood flow and raise the
temperature of hands and feet
affected by Raynaud’s disease.

· ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
· sensation of fullness or pressure
· vertigo
· nausea
· vomiting
· migraine headache
· hearing loss

· stress
· hormonal factors- diabetes & thyroid disorders
· rapid weight change
· tumors
· alcohol & drugs
· anemia
· depression
· allergic foods

· physiological and psychological changes
· hot flashes
· dryness
· heart palpitations
· mood swings
· insomnia

· muscular aching
· pain
· stiffness
· insomnia
· fatigue
· depression

· post-exertion malaise
· sleep disturbances, headaches
· swollen feet
· numbness and/or tingling
· difficulty thinking and concentrating

· dizziness
· sensitivity to light, noise, smells
· hypersensitivity to stress
· painful menstruation
· dry mouth

Treatment is often
required to overcome a
frozen shoulder. The
longer care is delayed,
the more difficult
treatment will be.

These may be caused by:
· infection
· toxic substance
· medications
· food allergen
· severe stress
· over eating
· improper foods
· diseases

Typical symptoms include:

· upper abdominal pain
· nausea
· vomiting
· bloating
· heartburn
· sometimes bleeding.

Normally, the stomach
lining is a light pink.
With gastritis, it turns
bright red.

Possible causes include:
· stress
· fatigue
· blocked sinuses
· allergies
· irritated or inflamed blood vessels in the scalp
· overuse of alcohol and tobacco
· adverse reactions to medications
· before or during menstruation
· changes in the weather
· certain foods

· abdominal pain
· constipation
· diarrhea which worsen
as a reaction to stress.

It is estimated that 10-20% of all American adults
experience symptoms of IBS, and patients with
IBS account for half of all doctor visits for
gastrointestinal complaints. IBS affects three times
as many women as men and, after the common
cold, is the next most common cause of missed
school and work.

· pain
· numbness
· weakness
· tingling sensations

Related symptoms are:

· poor posture
· repetitive motions
· cramped position for long periods
· nerve damage from an accident or surgery
· infection
· alcoholism
· hardening of the arteries

· cancer
· rheumatoid arthritis
· scleroderma
· lupus
· shingles
· lead poisoning
· diabetes

Hormone/Glandular Imbalance
Irritable Bowel
Lower Back Pain
Neck pain
Neuropathy
Restless Leg Syndrome
Sprain

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The National Institute of Health states that acupuncture may be
useful as an adjunct treatment or an acceptable alternative or be
included in a comprehensive management program. Low back pain,
joint pain, and soft tissue injury are the most common complaints
treated in an acupuncture clinic.