Magda Leszczynska

Magda practices at Essential Health, situated in the Hunt Club West, Riverside South, Ottawa Airport Area neighborhood of Ottawa. The clinic is conveniently located near the National Gallery of Canada and is easily accessible via OC Transpo, including the O-Train LRT and bus routes. Our clinic provides a serene environment conducive to healing and relaxation. Street parking is often available nearby.

• Motor Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling (TCM Context): Precise needling of tight muscle bands and trigger points to reduce pain, improve local circulation, and restore normal muscle tone and movement patterns.
• Qigong & Tai Chi Exercise Recommendations: Recommending specific Qigong or Tai Chi forms tailored to an individual's health needs and constitution to support healing and maintain well-being.
• 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.
• 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.
• TCM Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching (Yang Sheng): Comprehensive coaching to help you integrate TCM wisdom into your daily life for improved balance, vitality, mental clarity, and emotional well-being, fostering a proactive approach to health.
• Acupuncture Treatment (Body Acupuncture): A therapeutic technique involving strategic needling of acupoints to restore balance between Yin and Yang, treating a wide range of health conditions from musculoskeletal pain to internal medicine disorders.
• TCM Dietary Therapy & Nutritional Counseling (Shi Liao): Guidance on incorporating specific therapeutic foods and avoiding detrimental ones to align with your TCM pattern diagnosis, enhance treatment outcomes, and support seasonal well-being.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Magda, 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 Essential Health, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Magda frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Struggling with asthma or breathing difficulties needing supportive, natural care? Magda develops individualized TCM treatment plans aimed at achieving an enhanced overall quality of life and a greater capacity to enjoy daily activities and social engagements, key to helping you get back to doing returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain with improved well-being and energy.
• If dizziness, lightheadedness, or vertigo that affects your balance and daily activities is affecting your ability to participate in engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting hobbies for hours with clear focus, Magda's TCM approach aims for significant and lasting reduction in acute or chronic pain levels, helping you to regain your stride.
• If feeling down, having persistent low mood, or experiencing unpredictable mood swings is preventing you from fully enjoying attending concerts or theatre shows and sitting comfortably throughout, Magda offers skilled acupuncture and TCM care. Treatment focuses on enhanced stress management capabilities and improved coping mechanisms for daily pressures, often utilizing acupuncture, herbal remedies (if R.TCMP), and lifestyle advice to help you regain balance and function.
• It's rewarding for Magda to witness patients find relief from curiosity about facial rejuvenation or cosmetic acupuncture for a natural anti-aging approach and experience enjoying consistently more restful, deeper, and restorative sleep patterns, waking up refreshed through TCM. A tailored approach can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in sitting comfortably through a movie at the cinema or a play again.

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

Magda practices at Essential Health, situated in the Hunt Club West, Riverside South, Ottawa Airport Area neighborhood of Ottawa. The clinic is conveniently located near the National Gallery of Canada and is easily accessible via OC Transpo, including the O-Train LRT and bus routes. Our clinic provides a serene environment conducive to healing and relaxation. Street parking is often available nearby.

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

In Ontario, patients can typically see a Registered TCM Practitioner, such as a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner, directly without a physician's referral, a practice known as direct access. However, while a referral is not legally required, some private and extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check with your individual insurance provider to understand their specific requirements.

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. Common sensations include a slight pinch, dull ache, warmth, tingling, or a feeling of fullness around the needle site, which typically indicates effective Qi stimulation. Many patients find the experience very relaxing and may even fall asleep during treatment. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and use sterile, single-use needles to ensure safety and prevent infection. If you experience any notable pain, inform your practitioner immediately.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints along meridians to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi (vital energy). According to TCM, this helps alleviate pain, reduce stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions such as digestion and hormones, boost immunity, and promote overall wellness by supporting the body's natural healing processes.

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

TCM is a comprehensive medical system developed over thousands of years, including therapies like acupuncture, herbal medicine, Tui Na massage, cupping, moxibustion, and dietary/lifestyle advice. A Registered TCM Practitioner uses these modalities to identify and correct imbalances in the body's Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, addressing the root causes of health issues and promoting harmony and long-term health.

Are acupuncture and TCM services covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?

In general, acupuncture and TCM services provided by Registered practitioners in private clinics are not covered by OHIP. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket. However, many private and extended health insurance plans do offer some coverage for these services. It is recommended to verify your individual policy for specific details.

Are Chinese herbal medicines safe when prescribed by a qualified R.TCMP or Dr.TCM?

When prescribed by a qualified and registered TCM practitioner or doctor of TCM with extensive herbal pharmacology training, Chinese herbal formulas are generally safe and effective. Practitioners are trained to assess herb quality, potential interactions, and contraindications, including during pregnancy. It is important to inform your practitioner about all medications and health conditions to ensure safety. Self-prescribing or purchasing herbs from unreliable sources is strongly discouraged due to risks of incorrect diagnosis, contamination, or adverse interactions.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In TCM, Qi (pronounced 'chee') is the vital energy or life force that flows throughout the body, responsible for physiological functions, movement, warmth, and immune defense. Meridians are specific channels through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with the body's exterior. Acupuncture points are located along these meridians and are accessed to influence Qi flow, restore balance, and promote health.

Essential Health
15 Viewpointe Private
Ottawa, ON, K1V1M5

Phone: (613) 796-4310

Magda Leszczynska 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=22b4283f-bd76-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.