Bianca Daniela Boiasu

Bianca Daniela Boiasu provides skilled Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Respiratory Allergy Immune

• Weak Immune System & Recurrent Infections: TCM strategies, including regular acupuncture, moxibustion, and constitutional herbal tonics, to strengthen the body's overall defensive energy (Wei Qi) and address underlying deficiencies in Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang that may lead to a weakened immune system and frequent infections (e.g., colds, sinus infections, UTIs).
• Common Cold, Flu & Viral Infections (Prevention & Accelerated Recovery): Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, including preventative acupuncture and immune-boosting herbs, to help strengthen the body's resistance to colds and flu. For active infections, TCM aims to accelerate recovery by expelling pathogens (Wind, Cold, Heat, Damp), relieving symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, cough, body aches, and fatigue.

Other Common

• Support for Autoimmune Conditions (e.g., Hashimoto's, Lupus, MS - Adjunctive Care): Focusing on harmonizing Yin and Yang, clearing pathogenic factors (like Heat or Damp), nourishing deficient substances (Qi, Blood, Yin, Yang), and resolving stagnation to support overall systemic balance.
• Dizziness & Vertigo (TCM Perspective): Differentiating the cause of dizziness (e.g., Meniere's disease support, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo - BPPV support) from a TCM viewpoint and applying specific treatments to restore balance.
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Adrenal Fatigue Support (TCM): Restoring vitality and improving overall stamina by addressing underlying deficiencies and energetic blockages from a TCM perspective, often focusing on adrenal and mitochondrial support through TCM principles.

Mental Emotional Sleep

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support (TCM): Addressing TCM patterns often associated with trauma, such as Heart Shen disturbance, Liver Qi Stagnation, or Kidney Jing depletion.
• Insomnia & Various Sleep Disorders (e.g., Difficulty Falling/Staying Asleep, Dream-Disturbed Sleep): Acupuncture, herbal formulas, and lifestyle advice to address different types of sleep disturbances by harmonizing Yin and Yang, calming the mind, anchoring the Shen, and resolving underlying TCM patterns such as Heart Fire, Liver Qi Stagnation disturbing the Hun, Spleen Qi Deficiency leading to overthinking, or Kidney Yin Deficiency with empty heat.
• Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks & Emotional Imbalances: Supporting emotional well-being by addressing underlying imbalances in organ systems (e.g., Liver Qi Stagnation leading to irritability, Heart Blood Deficiency causing anxiety) that contribute to mood disturbances, worry, or fear.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. TCM diagnosis is based on individual patterns, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Bianca can assess your needs.

• Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture / Acupressure / Ear Seeds: Ear acupuncture or acupressure (using seeds for prolonged stimulation) to address issues like pain, addiction (e.g., smoking cessation, NADA protocol), stress, anxiety, and internal disorders by targeting corresponding reflex points on the ear.
• Motor Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling (TCM Context): Targeting specific motor points (areas where nerves enter muscles) or Ashi (tender) points with acupuncture needles to release muscle trigger points, alleviate myofascial pain, restore muscle function, and improve range of motion. (May be described as dry needling when performed by an acupuncturist within a TCM framework).
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: Targeting key energy points on the body with precise pressure to alleviate symptoms, support organ function, and enhance overall well-being.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): Gentle and penetrating heat therapy with mugwort to strengthen the body's vital energy, improve circulation, turn breech babies (when applied to a specific point), and relieve chronic pain or fatigue.
• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): Instrument-assisted unidirectional press-stroking of the skin to break up stagnation, improve local circulation, alleviate pain, stiffness, and fever, and promote lymphatic drainage.
• Scalp Acupuncture (Neuroacupuncture): Targeted stimulation of scalp acupoints to influence the central nervous system, improve motor function, alleviate paralysis or paresis, and treat complex pain syndromes.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Dynamic, hands-on bodywork based on TCM principles of meridians and acupoints to correct structural misalignments, improve circulation, alleviate chronic pain, and restore energetic harmony and balance.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Bianca, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered Acupuncturists in QC and the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

At Bianca Boiasu Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Bianca frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Bianca believes in a partnership with patients. When uncomfortable menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, or mood changes arises, a collaborative TCM plan targets experiencing markedly fewer and less severe menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes, enabling a more active lifestyle including engaging in mindful practices with a calmer and more centered state of mind.
• When frequent colds, feeling like my immune system is weak, or taking a long time to recover from illness is limiting your lifestyle, acupuncture and TCM with Bianca can help you work towards a stronger, more robust, and resilient immune system, leading to fewer colds, flu, or other infections, aiming to restore harmony and optimal function so you can comfortably and safely enjoy feeling more physically resilient and less prone to minor ailments or weather changes.
• Patients struggling with chronic sinus congestion, pressure, or recurrent sinus infections can find dedicated support from Bianca. The therapeutic focus is on achieving reduced cravings and better management of withdrawal symptoms, aiding in addiction recovery (e.g., smoking cessation), using a range of TCM modalities to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as planning and participating in future events with confidence in their health and well-being.
• Rediscover your ability to walking up and down several flights of stairs without issue without the burden of my child having frequent illnesses, digestive issues, or skin problems. Bianca focuses on TCM treatment plans that lead to an enhanced overall quality of life and a greater capacity to enjoy daily activities and social engagements, integrating various therapeutic techniques to support your body's healing.

Your personalized TCM treatment plan, developed with Bianca, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives using a holistic and time-tested approach.

Bianca's practice at Bianca Boiasu Acupuncture is situated in a dedicated acupuncture and TCM clinic in the central Saint-Sauveur neighborhood of Saint-Sauveur. The clinic is conveniently located near local community centers and public parks, making it easy for patients to access. It is well-connected by local public transit routes, ensuring ease of reach for those using public transportation. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Convenient parking options are typically accessible.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture is a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that involves the insertion of very fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body called acupoints. According to TCM theory, this helps to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi (vital energy) along pathways known as meridians. Acupuncture can help by reducing pain, alleviating stress and anxiety, improving sleep, regulating bodily functions (like digestion and hormones), boosting the immune system, and promoting overall well-being by encouraging the body's natural healing abilities.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

Generally, acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncteur (Ac.) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in a private clinic are not covered by provincial health plans like RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is advisable to check with your private or extended health insurance plans, as many do offer some coverage for services rendered by registered practitioners. Coverage levels can vary significantly based on your plan.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how can a Registered Acupuncturist help?

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive medical system used for thousands of years to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness. It includes therapies such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui Na (therapeutic massage), cupping, moxibustion, and dietary/lifestyle advice. A Registered Acupuncteur (Ac.) or TCM Practitioner uses these tools to identify and correct imbalances in the body's Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, addressing the root cause of health issues and promoting harmony and long-term wellness.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In TCM, **Qi** (pronounced 'chee') is the vital energy or life force that flows through the body, responsible for all physiological processes, movement, warmth, and immune defense. **Meridians** are specific pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with the body's exterior, including muscles, skin, and sensory organs. Acupuncture points are located along these meridians and are used to influence the flow of Qi to restore balance and health.

Do I need a doctor’s referral to see a Registered Acupuncturist in QC?

In QC, patients can typically see a Registered Acupuncteur (Ac.) or TCM Practitioner directly without a referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a physician's referral for reimbursement purposes. It's advisable to check your individual insurance policy to confirm requirements.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

For most people, acupuncture is not painful. The needles are very thin, and many individuals feel little to no sensation upon insertion. Some may feel a slight pinch or tingling, which indicates effective stimulation. Practitioners are highly trained and always use sterile, single-use needles to ensure safety. If any discomfort or pain occurs during the session, patients should inform their acupuncturist immediately.

Bianca Boiasu Acupuncture
8, Avenue Lafleur N
Saint-Sauveur, QC, J0R 1R0

Phone: (514) 652-6013

Bianca Daniela Boiasu is regulated by the Professional Code (Quebec) in QC and is a registered member of The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Registration Number: A-054-24

Registration can typically be verified with The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are holistic therapies. It is recommended to also consult with your medical doctor for diagnosis of serious conditions and for emergency medical care. TCM can often complement conventional treatments effectively.