Jacob Brainis – Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist | Concord, ON

Jacob Brainis is a dedicated Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCMP) (Acupuncture Services). Practicing at Advanced Health Clinic in Concord, ON, he is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, adhering to the standards set by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

Jacob's role involves providing skilled acupuncture treatments for a wide variety of common health concerns, including pain management (musculoskeletal pain, headaches), stress reduction, sleep issues, and general wellness support. His care is focused on using acupuncture to stimulate the body's natural healing abilities and restore energetic balance according to TCM principles. He serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, with a holistic approach tailored to individual needs.

Jacob Brainis completed his R. TCMP, R. Ac (Graduating Class of 2013). With over 11 years of dedicated practice since 2013, he is committed to ongoing professional learning and upholding the highest standards of TCM practice. He has a particular interest and further training in areas such as TCM dietary therapy, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine. His practice philosophy emphasizes a holistic view, seeing the body as an interconnected system where physical, mental, and emotional aspects are inseparable (Holism); utilizing time-tested therapies like acupuncture and herbal medicine to support the body's innate healing capacity and restore natural balance (Yin-Yang Harmony). He offers consultations in English.

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

Dermatological Skin

• Acne (Vulgaris, Cystic, Hormonal): Natural solutions for clearer skin, aiming to reduce blemishes, prevent scarring, and promote a healthy complexion.
• Rosacea (Supportive TCM Care): Addressing underlying inflammation and vascular reactivity contributing to rosacea flare-ups.

Digestive Gastrointestinal

• Chronic Constipation or Diarrhea (Non-infectious): Restoring balance to the large and small intestines and related organ systems (like Spleen, Liver, Kidney) to promote normal stool consistency, frequency, and ease of passage.
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Bloating, Gas & Functional Digestive Upset: Holistic approach to calming an irritable gut and improving overall digestive health and comfort using personalized TCM treatments.
• Nausea & Vomiting (e.g., Morning Sickness, Post-Chemotherapy): Harmonizing the Stomach Qi and directing its rebellious upward flow downwards to alleviate feelings of queasiness and prevent vomiting.
• Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis (IBD) - Supportive TCM Care: Acupuncture and herbal medicine as a complementary therapy to help manage symptoms, reduce inflammation, and improve quality of life for individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. (Used alongside conventional medical management).

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. Jacob can assess your needs.

• Herbal Medicine Preparation & Counseling: Providing guidance on the preparation and proper usage of prescribed herbal formulas, including decoction instructions for raw herbs, dosage for granules or pills, and advice on potential dietary interactions or lifestyle adjustments to enhance herbal efficacy.
• Customized Chinese Herbal Medicine Prescription (R.TCMP Scope): Comprehensive assessment and prescription of individually tailored Chinese herbal formulas (raw herbs for decoction, granular extracts, powders, or pills) based on your specific TCM pattern diagnosis and constitution to address underlying imbalances and treat a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions. (Primarily within R.TCMP scope).
• Classical & Patent Chinese Herbal Formulas: Recommendation and dispensing of pre-made, standardized, classical Chinese herbal formulas in pill, tablet, capsule, or liquid form for common conditions and TCM patterns, offering convenience, consistent dosing, and proven efficacy. (May be recommended by R.Ac within certain guidelines or more comprehensively by R.TCMP).
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: Application of firm but gentle pressure to specific acupoints along the body's meridians using fingers, thumbs, or elbows to stimulate Qi flow, relieve pain, reduce tension, and promote relaxation and balance, similar to acupuncture but without needles.
• 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).
• Cupping Therapy (Fire Cupping, Sliding Cupping, Stationary Cupping): Utilizing cupping techniques to alleviate musculoskeletal pain (back, shoulder, neck), clear stagnation, support detoxification, and relieve symptoms of common colds or asthma.
• 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.

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

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered TCM Practitioners in ON and the standards set by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

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

• Many patients have found lasting relief from fertility challenges, trying to conceive, or wanting to prepare my body for pregnancy and achieved visible improvement in chronic skin conditions like eczema, acne, or psoriasis, with healthier-looking skin under the care of Jacob, allowing them to re-engage with activities such as easily carrying groceries in from the car in one or two trips without strain with renewed vitality and ease.
• Let Jacob help you navigate ringing in the ears (tinnitus) that's bothersome with targeted TCM care. The goal is an enhanced overall quality of life and a greater capacity to enjoy daily activities and social engagements, so you can fully enjoy engaging in mindful practices with a calmer and more centered state of mind and other life pleasures once more.
• Struggling with seasonal allergies (hay fever) making me sneeze, congested, and miserable? Jacob develops individualized TCM treatment plans aimed at achieving a stronger, more robust, and resilient immune system, leading to fewer colds, flu, or other infections, key to helping you get back to doing being able to concentrate better on tasks requiring mental focus for longer periods with improved well-being and energy.
• Experiencing skin problems like eczema, persistent acne, psoriasis, or unexplained hives can be draining. Jacob utilizes acupuncture and other TCM methods to aim for improved circulation, often described as a feeling of warmth or better flow in extremities, so patients can re-engage with simply enjoying leisurely daily walks around their neighborhood for fresh air and mental clarity feeling revitalized.

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

Jacob's practice is situated at Advanced Health Clinic, located in the central Concord neighborhood of Concord. The clinic is housed within a modern acupuncture and TCM facility that is easily accessible and conveniently located near local community centers and public parks. It is well-served by local public transit routes, making it easy for patients to reach. Our clinic offers a serene environment for healing and relaxation, with convenient parking options typically available for visitors.