Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine involving the insertion of solid filiform acupuncture needles into the skin at specific points on the body to achieve a therapeutic effect. The needles alone create the beneficial effects of acupuncture. Acupuncture is used to encourage natural healing, improve mood and energy, reduce or relieve pain and improve function of affected areas of the body. It is safe and effective and is often successfully used as an alternative to medications or even surgery. Relief is often obtained with acupuncture when traditional medical therapy has failed.

Acupressure - Acupressure is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique derived from acupuncture. In acupressure physical pressure is applied to acupuncture points by the hand, elbow, or with various devices. Acupoints used in treatment may or may not be in the same area of the body as the targeted symptom. The TCM theory for the selection of such points and their effectiveness is that they work by stimulating the meridian system to bring about relief by rebalancing yin, yang and chi.

Traditional Chinese Medicine - With a history of 2000 to 3000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has formed a unique system to diagnose and cure illness. The TCM approach is fundamentally different from that of Western medicine. In TCM, the understanding of the human body is based on the holistic understanding of the universe as described in Daoism, and the treatment of illness is based primarily on the diagnosis and differentiation of syndromes.

Dr. Shana Shang, TCMD

I was trained in China in both Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine. I also completed advanced studies at the Beijing Acupuncture Institute of China for Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. While in China, I held positions as an Internal Medicine Specialist and Infectious Disease Specialist. I have over 25 years of experience in using both Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine together to ensure the most positive outcome for my patients. I take great care in my examinations taking into consideration lifestyle, diet, activity, and possible stressors that may be the underlying cause to the health concerns for my patients.

Shana's results and reputation are renowned as an acupuncturist and natural healer.