- Vital Essence Acupuncture4500 9th Ave NE
Suite 300
Seattle, WA 981051-206-963-8978 
Latest Articles:
- • Strategies to Stay Calm and Joyful During the Season •
- • Three Delicious and Healthy Soup Recipes to Keep Warm This Winter •
- • Embracing the Season with Tips for a Healthy Fall •
Tag Archives: acupuncture
Acupuncture for Mental Health and Wellness
The conversation around mental health has become much more prominent in recent years thanks in part to the pandemic. Depression, loneliness, anxiety have all increased for many people especially in the last couple of years. Sometimes a prescription medication is needed to deal with a particular mental health issue but often, people are looking for a drug free alternative
Posted in Acupuncture, Mental Health
Also tagged mental health, tcm
Comments Off on Acupuncture for Mental Health and Wellness
The Benefits of Acupuncture for Chronic Fatigue
The Mayo Clinic describes Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) as a “complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that lasts for at least six months and that can’t be fully explained by an underlying medical condition. The fatigue worsens with physical or mental activity, but doesn’t improve with rest.” It’s estimated that there are more than 200,000 cases of CFS in
Posted in Acupuncture, fatigue, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Also tagged chronic fatigue, fatigue, tcm
Comments Off on The Benefits of Acupuncture for Chronic Fatigue
Benefits of Acupuncture in a Palliative Care Setting
People entering a hospice or palliative care setting bring with them a host of symptoms and emotions and often a multidisciplinary team of doctors and care providers. Research has shown that the addition of an acupuncturist to the hospice team can be effective and impactful at providing maximum comfort and improve quality of life.
Posted in Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Also tagged hospice, palliative care, tcm
Comments Off on Benefits of Acupuncture in a Palliative Care Setting
Three Things to Know About Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Acupuncture and herbal medicine often go hand-in-hand. Herbal medicine is often used in conjunction with acupuncture, as appropriate, to support the body’s healing process. Just like a traditional medical prescription, herbs are prescribed by Oriental Medicine practitioners to address a variety of health concerns. They are often prescribed as formulas rather than specific individual herbs and are tailored to
Posted in Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Also tagged herbal medicine, tcm
Comments Off on Three Things to Know About Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
How Kids Can Benefit from Regular Acupuncture Treatments
It’s becoming more and more common for parents to look for natural and effective treatment options to deal with childhood health concerns. Acupuncture is a great option for those looking to keep the whole family healthy in both mind and body. It really doesn’t matter how old you are, young or old, families can benefit greatly from regular acupuncture
Posted in Acupuncture, Children, Traditional Chinese Medicine
Also tagged kids, tcm
Comments Off on How Kids Can Benefit from Regular Acupuncture Treatments