In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Liver is one of the most important organs for maintaining balance in the body. It governs detoxification, supports digestion, regulates emotions, and ensures the smooth flow of energy, or Qi, throughout the body. When Liver Qi becomes stagnant, it can contribute to fatigue, digestive discomfort, tension, irritability, and hormonal imbalance.… Read the rest!
Category Archives: Acupuncture
As the rainy season rolls into Tigard, many locals begin to notice a familiar pattern: the skies turn gray, the drizzle returns, and suddenly headaches and migraines become more frequent. If this sounds like you, you’re not imagining things. There’s a real connection between rainy weather and head pain, and acupuncture may be the relief you’ve been looking for.… Read the rest!
Whether you’re managing chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or simply striving for better overall wellness, chiropractic and acupuncture treatments can provide powerful results. But there’s one key factor that determines the success of your care: a well-structured treatment plan.
What Is a Treatment Plan?A treatment plan is a personalized roadmap created by your provider after a thorough evaluation.… Read the rest!
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the year is divided into five distinct seasons instead of four. Nestled between the hot days of summer and the crispness of autumn is Late Summer, a transitional phase governed by the Earth element. This brief but vital season invites us to slow down, stabilize, and turn inward after the active yang energy of summer.… Read the rest!
What is dry needling?
Dry needling is the insertion of very thin needles into specific points in a muscle called “trigger points” with the goal of relieving muscle tension and pain. A trigger point is a hyperirritable spot usually found in a taut band of skeletal muscle, which is painful when pressed.… Read the rest!
At Pinnacle Wellness Center, we are committed to helping you get the most out of your care and that starts with understanding your insurance coverage. As a courtesy we verify insurance, however we encourage you to reach out to your insurance provider directly so you have an accurate assessment of your available benefits. … Read the rest!
We are hosting the May Gathering of Perinatal Professionals this upcoming Wednesday May 14th from 6-8 pm at Pinnacle Wellness Center. This event is an opportunity to meet other perinatal professionals, share about your upcoming events and support each other!
At Pinnacle Wellness Center, we believe that caring for and supporting growing families requires a collaborative and comprehensive approach.… Read the rest!
“Can Acupuncture treat that?” This is a question that most acupuncturists have heard many times throughout their careers. Fortunately, acupuncture is an extremely versatile medicine with myriad applications to help a wide variety of complaints. In their report Acupuncture: Review and Analysis of Reports on Controlled Clinical Trials, The World Health Organization (WHO) has compiled a list of symptoms, syndromes, diseases, pathologies, traumas, and conditions that have been proven through clinical trials to be effectively treated by acupuncture.… Read the rest!
Colder weather and more time indoors is upon us. It’s here to stay until late Spring. Keeping your immune system strong is important to prevent sickness and resolve symptoms quicker during the Fall and Winter months. In Chinese Medicine, we have many tools to help boost your immune system and prevent sickness.… Read the rest!
At our wellness center, we are proud to offer a variety of holistic treatments designed to help you reach your pinnacle of health. One of the treatments we frequently use is cupping therapy, an ancient healing art that has gained popularity in recent years. With roots in traditional Chinese medicine, cupping therapy offers a myriad of benefits that can support both physical and mental health.… Read the rest!