Sangho Lee

Sangho Lee 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: Building resilience against pathogens by fortifying the Zang-Fu organs responsible for immune function, particularly the Lungs, Spleen, and Kidneys according to TCM theory.
• Common Cold, Flu & Viral Infections (Prevention & Accelerated Recovery): Natural support for strengthening your immunity, reducing susceptibility to common infections, and helping you recover more quickly and completely when you do get sick.
• Allergies (Seasonal/Environmental, e.g., Hay Fever, Allergic Rhinitis) & Sinusitis: Natural and effective strategies for managing acute allergy symptoms and reducing the frequency and severity of chronic allergic rhinitis or sinusitis.
• Asthma, Chronic Bronchitis & Cough (Supportive TCM Care): Holistic TCM care designed to improve breathing capacity, reduce reliance on inhalers (where appropriate and in consultation with an MD), clear persistent phlegm, and enhance overall respiratory health and resilience.

Womens Health Gynecological

• Pregnancy, Labor Preparation & Postpartum Care (TCM): Safe and gentle acupuncture and specific TCM therapies to support a healthy pregnancy (e.g., alleviating morning sickness, back pain, fatigue), prepare the body for labor (e.g., cervical ripening, encouraging optimal fetal position, breech presentation turning with moxibustion), and promote optimal recovery during the postpartum period (e.g., restoring energy, supporting lactation, addressing 'baby blues' or postpartum depression, healing perineal trauma).
• Fertility Enhancement & Infertility Support (For All Genders): Specialized Traditional Chinese Medicine protocols, including acupuncture and individually prescribed herbal medicine, to improve reproductive health, optimize fertility markers (e.g., egg quality, sperm parameters, uterine lining), regulate ovulation, and support natural conception or improve success rates for assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like IVF/IUI.
• Menopausal & Perimenopausal Symptom Management (TCM): Supporting a smoother and more comfortable transition through menopause by rebalancing hormones naturally and strengthening the body's vital energy and adaptive capacity.

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. Sangho can assess your needs.

• TCM Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching (Yang Sheng): Practical strategies for living in harmony with nature, managing daily stressors effectively, conserving vital energy (Qi), and cultivating healthy habits from a TCM perspective to support overall resilience and a vibrant life.
• 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.
• 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.
• TCM Pulse Diagnosis (Sphygmology): Skilled palpation of the radial artery pulse at three positions and three depths on each wrist to assess the quality, strength, rhythm, and rate, reflecting the health and balance of Qi and Blood in the twelve major organ systems.
• TCM Tongue Diagnosis: Detailed observation of the tongue's color, shape, size, coating, cracks, and moisture to gain crucial insights into the state of your internal organs, fluid balance, and overall energetic balance.
• Comprehensive TCM Health Assessment & Pattern Diagnosis: A detailed initial consultation involving an in-depth discussion of your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, emotional state, and a traditional TCM diagnostic assessment (palpation, observation, listening/smelling, pulse, and tongue diagnosis) to identify your unique TCM pattern of disharmony.
• Qigong & Tai Chi Exercise Recommendations: Guidance on or referral to Qigong or Tai Chi practices, which are gentle, mindful movement exercises combining breathwork and meditation to cultivate Qi, improve balance, reduce stress, enhance flexibility, and promote overall physical and mental health.

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

• If general feeling of being 'off' or 'out of balance' energetically is preventing you from fully enjoying walking, hiking, or cycling with less joint pain, improved endurance, and better recovery, Sangho offers skilled acupuncture and TCM care. Treatment focuses on improved mental focus, concentration, and cognitive clarity as overall health and energy improve, often utilizing acupuncture, herbal remedies (if R.TCMP), and lifestyle advice to help you regain balance and function.
• If irregular, painful, or heavy periods, or really difficult PMS symptoms is affecting your ability to participate in participating in light recreational activities like bowling or mini-golf, Sangho's TCM approach aims for improved mobility, flexibility, and range of motion in previously stiff or painful joints and muscles, helping you to regain your stride.
• Experiencing dizziness, lightheadedness, or vertigo that affects my balance and daily activities can be draining. Sangho utilizes acupuncture and other TCM methods to aim for gaining a deeper understanding of their body's unique energetic patterns and needs according to TCM principles, so patients can re-engage with walking up and down several flights of stairs without issue feeling revitalized.
• With Sangho, an Acupuncturist/TCM Practitioner, individuals with frequent headaches or intense migraines disrupting my life are guided towards reduced cravings and better management of withdrawal symptoms, aiding in addiction recovery (e.g., smoking cessation), focusing on restoring the body's natural balance to enjoy standing for longer periods, for example, while cooking or at an event, without discomfort again with greater zest.

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

Practicing at JIN ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBS CLINIC, situated in the Willowdale West neighborhood of Toronto, Sangho’s clinic is conveniently located near Union Station and is easily accessible via TTC (Subway, Streetcar, Bus). Our clinic offers a serene environment for healing, with street parking often available nearby, ensuring a comfortable and accessible experience for all patients.

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

Acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in a private clinic are generally NOT covered by Ontario's public health insurance plan (OHIP). Patients usually pay out-of-pocket for these services. However, many private or extended health insurance plans do offer some coverage for treatments provided by registered practitioners. It is advisable to check with your insurance provider to understand your specific coverage levels, as they can vary significantly.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, sterile, and single-use, often not much thicker than a human hair, so their insertion is usually painless or feels like a tiny prick—much less than an injection. Once inserted, you may experience sensations such as a dull ache, warmth, tingling, a feeling of heaviness, or energy movement; these are signs that the Qi is being influenced. Most people find acupuncture to be relaxing and calming. Safety is a priority; registered practitioners only use sterile, disposable needles. Always communicate with your practitioner if you experience any discomfort during treatment.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi (vital energy) along meridians. This can help reduce pain, alleviate stress and anxiety, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, boost immunity, and promote overall wellness by encouraging the body's natural healing abilities.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a comprehensive medical system that includes acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary therapy, Tui Na massage, cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle advice. A Registered TCM Practitioner uses these modalities to identify and correct imbalances in Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, addressing the root causes of various health issues to promote harmony and long-term health.

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

In Ontario, patients can typically access a Registered TCM Practitioner or Acupuncturist directly without a physician's referral (known as direct access). However, some private health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to check your insurance policy to confirm their specific requirements.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In TCM, Qi is the vital energy or life force that flows throughout the body, responsible for all physiological functions, movement, warmth, and protection. Meridians are specific pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with the exterior of the body. Acupuncture points are located along these meridians and are used to influence Qi flow, helping restore balance and health.

JIN ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBS CLINIC
263 Finch Ave. West
Toronto, ON, M2R1M8

Phone: (416) 512-7776

Sangho Lee 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=cab0472f-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.