Danielle S. Lebon

Danielle practices at LEBON THERAPY, situated in the Durand, Kirkendall South neighborhood of Hamilton. The clinic is conveniently located near the James Street North Art District and is easily accessible via Hamilton Street Railway (HSR). Our clinic offers a serene environment designed to support healing and relaxation. Metered and paid parking lots are usually available in the vicinity, making it straightforward for patients to visit.

• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Therapeutic massage techniques integrated with acupressure, joint mobilization, and stretching to address pain, tension, stress, and promote overall physical and energetic well-being.
• Comprehensive TCM Health Assessment & Pattern Diagnosis: An extensive assessment exploring your main health concerns through the holistic lens of TCM, including detailed questioning, tongue and pulse diagnosis, and observation of physical signs to determine the root cause of disharmony and guide treatment.
• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): A therapeutic technique involving the gentle but firm scraping of lubricated skin with a smooth-edged tool (e.g., jade, horn, ceramic spoon) to stimulate microcirculation of the soft tissue, which releases muscle tension, breaks down adhesions and scar tissue, reduces pain and inflammation, and promotes healing and detoxification by releasing 'Sha' (stagnant blood and metabolic waste).
• TCM Pulse Diagnosis (Sphygmology): A subtle and sophisticated TCM diagnostic technique requiring extensive training, used to understand the energetic state of your Zang-Fu organs and overall constitution.
• TCM Observation & Palpation Diagnosis: Careful observation of your complexion, eyes, hair, nails, posture, and demeanor, combined with palpation of specific body areas or meridians to detect tenderness, temperature changes, or energetic blockages.
• 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.
• Cupping Therapy (Fire Cupping, Sliding Cupping, Stationary Cupping): A traditional deep-tissue therapy using suction cups (stationary or moved along lubricated skin) to promote circulation, ease pain, break up fascial adhesions, and draw out pathogenic factors like Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the body.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Danielle, 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 ON and the standards set by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

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

• Rediscover your ability to swimming laps at the pool for fitness and relaxation without the burden of dizziness, lightheadedness, or vertigo that affects my balance and daily activities. Danielle focuses on TCM treatment plans that lead to a holistic sense of feeling more 'in balance' and harmonized physically, mentally, and energetically, integrating various therapeutic techniques to support your body's healing.
• If sports injuries like sprains, strains, or tendonitis needing faster healing is preventing you from fully enjoying getting back to golfing 18 holes without their back acting up, Danielle offers skilled acupuncture and TCM care. Treatment focuses on gaining a deeper understanding of their body's unique energetic patterns and needs according to TCM principles, often utilizing acupuncture, herbal remedies (if R.TCMP), and lifestyle advice to help you regain balance and function.
• Struggling with feeling tired all the time, experiencing chronic fatigue, or lacking vitality? Danielle develops individualized TCM treatment plans aimed at achieving enhanced fertility potential, optimized reproductive health, and better support during pregnancy and postpartum, key to helping you get back to doing simply enjoying leisurely daily walks around their neighborhood for fresh air and mental clarity with improved well-being and energy.
• When digestive issues like bloating, gas, cramps, constipation, or diarrhea (IBS-like symptoms) is limiting your lifestyle, acupuncture and TCM with Danielle can help you work towards improved mental focus, concentration, and cognitive clarity as overall health and energy improve, aiming to restore harmony and optimal function so you can comfortably and safely enjoy having the consistent energy and motivation to pursue creative outlets, learning, or personal passions.

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

Danielle practices at LEBON THERAPY, situated in the Durand, Kirkendall South neighborhood of Hamilton. The clinic is conveniently located near the James Street North Art District and is easily accessible via Hamilton Street Railway (HSR). Our clinic offers a serene environment designed to support healing and relaxation. Metered and paid parking lots are usually available in the vicinity, making it straightforward for patients to visit.

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.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

**Qi** is a core concept in TCM, representing the vital energy or life force that animates the body and drives its functions. When Qi flows smoothly and abundantly, health is maintained. **Meridians** are like a network of rivers or channels that carry Qi and Blood throughout the body, connecting different organs and tissues. Illness or pain can arise if the flow of Qi in these meridians becomes blocked, deficient, or excessive. Acupuncture and other TCM therapies aim to restore the proper flow of Qi within these meridians.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a complete medical system that has been 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 Acupuncturist (e.g., Registered TCM Practitioner or Acupuncturist using TCM principles) uses these tools to address the root cause of health issues by identifying and correcting imbalances in the body's Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, and Yang. It can help with a wide array of conditions, aiming to restore harmony and promote long-term health.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Registered Acupuncturist in ON?

Patients in Ontario can typically see a Registered Acupuncturist directly without a physician’s referral, as direct access is permitted under provincial regulations. However, while a referral is not legally required, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement. Patients are encouraged to verify their individual insurance policies to ensure coverage.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

In general, acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in private clinics are not covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). Patients usually pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is advisable to check with individual insurance providers, as many private plans offer varying levels of coverage for registered practitioners.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

For most people, acupuncture is not painful. The needles used are very thin, and many individuals feel little to no sensation upon insertion. Some may experience a slight pinch or tingling, and a feeling of warmth or fullness around the needle site, which indicates effective stimulation of Qi. Many patients find the treatment relaxing and even fall asleep during sessions. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and use sterile, single-use needles to prevent infection. If any discomfort or pain occurs, patients should inform their practitioner immediately.

LEBON THERAPY
53 Chatham St.
Hamilton, ON, L8P 2B3

Phone: (905) 975-4285

Danielle S. Lebon is regulated by the Traditional Chinese Medicine Act, 2006 in ON and is a registered member of The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

Verify registration with The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario: https://www.ctcmpao.on.ca/member-profile/?contactid=9eb3472f-c076-e611-80c3-005056a97495

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.