ADVANCED PHYSICIAN ACUPUNCTURE specializes in
  • Japanese Acupuncture
  • Auricular Acupuncture
  • German Micro-Acupuncture
  • Facial Rejuvenation by Acupuncture
  • Immune System Enhancement Therapy
  • Lymphedema Massage Therapy

JAPANESE ACUPUNCTURE

Modern Japanese Acupuncture has its roots in the classic medical principals first recorded in ancient China over 2000 years ago.  However, Japanese Acupuncture differs from Chinese Acupuncture in three key ways. It relies far more on touch and palpation for diagnosis and treatment; there is much more variation in treatment techniques from patient to patient, and it tends to be gentler and more concerned with patient comfort.

Often in the modern practice of Chinese Acupuncture the treatment is focused solely on the problem area.  In Japanese Acupuncture, the provider first balances the Qi -- or body energy -- before turning his attention to the problem area or condition.  Balancing the Qi before treatment helps patients recover more quickly.  When Japanese Acupuncture is used for cosmetic purposes, balancing the Qi before treatment means results are noticeable faster.

Japanese acupuncturists use smaller, finer needles than Chinese acupuncturists, which cause less discomfort.  They also employ metal or plastic tubes to guide the needles into your skin, which enhances accuracy and reduces pain. Finally, Japanese acupuncture needles are inserted more superficially than Chinese acupuncture needles.

LYMPHEDEMA MASSAGE THERAPY

Lymphedema is the swelling of different regions of the body.

Dr. Tareen determines the treatment plan is using the "Complex Decongestive Therapy" (CDT) approach. The treatment plan can include manual lympathic drainage, bandaging, proper skin care & diet, compression enhancers, remedial exercises, and lymphedema massage therapy.

Lymphedema massage therapy employs gentle, light pressure in a rhythmic circular motion to 'clean out' and decongest our lymphatic system. This, in turn, promotes increased lymph formation and lymph circulation which effectively removes cell wastes, excess fluids, viruses, bacteria and even abnormal cells, like cancer cells. This process improves the efficiency and quality of the immune system.

Certain conditions are contraindications for Lymphedema massage. Patients with a history of congestive heart failure or renal failure, or those with active cancers and particular infections may require clearance from their physician before treatment begins.

Facial Rejuvenation by Acupuncture

Learn more about the benefits of facial and neck acupuncture here.

AURICULAR ACUPUNCTURE
(EAR ACUPUNCTURE)

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The ear contains many blood vessels and nerve endings that, when stimulated, influence the organs and bodily functions. Auriculotherapy, also called ear acupuncture, applies the principles of acupuncture to specific points on the ear. It is a quick and non-invasive method of pain control. It is used frequently to help people overcome drug, tobacco, and alcohol addictions, and is used to treat chronic health conditions and diseases.

Some of the oldest texts of Chinese medicine mention acupuncture points and massage techniques specifically for the ear. In modern times, auriculotherapy was advanced by Paul Nogier of France. Beginning his work and experiments in the 1950s, Nogier laid out an intricate map of points on the ear that correspond to the organs and processes in the body. By stimulating these points on the ear, the corresponding organs and bodily processes are stimulated by nerve impulses.

After an initial interview and history, Dr. Tareen begins by examining the ear using a sophisticated measuring device to find reactive points. These points are only active when there is a pathology or disease in a specific area of the body. The reactive points are then treated by a fine acupuncture needle or stimulated by micro-electric current.

This method is not only highly successful in treating many painful conditions of musculoskeletal origin (back, joint and arthritic pain), but is also effective in treating anxiety, depression and other functional disorders. Ear acupuncture is also used to aid in weight loss and smoking cessation.

The process is generally painless and takes about 30 minutes. In some cases, semi-permanent needles and ear seeds (small seeds from the Vaccaria plant, held in place on the ear with a small piece of adhesive tape) are left in place for a few days.

IMMUNE SYSTEM ENHANCEMENT THERAPY

Immune System Enhancement Therapy has been proven to help those who suffer from low energy and repeated illnesses, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.  Somewhat conversely, research also shows that it benefits exceedingly active people.

How does it work? The Lymphatic System is responsible for the maintenance of our body's immune system. It consists of delicate vessels lying just beneath the skin that carry fluid, which is rich in immune cells, called lymph. The  lymphatic  channels run throughout the body and are interconnected to lymph nodes and other organs including the spleen.

Immune System Enhancement Therapy consists of five treatments over five weeks.
  • Sessions One and Two are designed to accomplish Systemic Detoxification by Japanese Acupuncture  protocols. Dietary modifications are also recommended.
  • Sessions three and four consist of lymphatic massage by Hannah Weintraub OTR/L,CLT certified in Manual Lymph Drain and Complete Decongestive Therapy, described at below.
  • The fifth and final session is an acupuncture session with Dr. Tareen aimed at eliminating any toxic metabolites still remaining and re-energizing the 'Qi' or the vital energy of the body.

Advanced Physician Acupuncture