Hong Yi

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

Other Common

• Bell's Palsy & Facial Paralysis Recovery: Acupuncture (often including electroacupuncture) and herbal medicine to help stimulate nerve regeneration, improve muscle tone, and accelerate recovery from Bell's Palsy or other forms of facial paralysis by expelling Wind, invigorating Qi and Blood flow to the facial meridians.
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Adrenal Fatigue Support (TCM): Acupuncture, moxibustion, and tonifying herbal therapies to address the profound exhaustion and complex symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by strengthening Spleen Qi, nourishing Kidney Essence (Yin and Yang), resolving Dampness, and calming the Shen.
• 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.
• Supportive Care During & After Cancer Treatments (Chemotherapy/Radiation Side Effects): Acupuncture, moxibustion, and gentle herbal therapies to help manage common side effects of conventional cancer treatments, such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, pain, neuropathy, dry mouth, insomnia, and anxiety, thereby improving quality of life and treatment tolerance. (Always in coordination with primary oncology care).

Mental Emotional Sleep

• Insomnia & Various Sleep Disorders (e.g., Difficulty Falling/Staying Asleep, Dream-Disturbed Sleep): Identifying specific TCM patterns contributing to poor sleep (e.g., difficulty falling asleep versus waking frequently) and providing personalized treatments to re-establish healthy sleep-wake cycles.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support (TCM): Supportive TCM care to help restore a sense of safety, peace, and emotional resilience for those affected by trauma.
• Depression, Low Mood & Mood Swings (Supportive TCM Care): Addressing emotional stagnation (especially Liver Qi Stagnation), clearing internal 'Heat' or 'Dampness' that can cloud the mind, and improving overall mental clarity and outlook with acupuncture and herbal support.
• 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. Hong can assess your needs.

• Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture / Acupressure / Ear Seeds: A specialized microsystem technique focusing on the ear's numerous reflexology points to influence overall health, manage cravings, and support emotional well-being, often used as a standalone or adjunctive therapy.
• 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.
• Acupuncture Treatment (Body Acupuncture): Customized acupuncture sessions designed to address your specific symptoms and underlying TCM pattern diagnosis, encouraging the body’s powerful self-healing mechanisms and promoting overall well-being.
• Customized Chinese Herbal Medicine Prescription (R.TCMP Scope): Utilizing the synergistic therapeutic properties of traditional Chinese herbs, often in complex combinations, to restore organ function (Zang-Fu), balance Yin, Yang, Qi, and Blood, and promote profound healing from within by addressing the root cause of illness.
• 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.
• Electroacupuncture: Combining traditional acupuncture with modern microcurrent technology to amplify pain relief, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue healing and nerve regeneration.
• 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).

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

• Struggling with knee, hip, or other joint pain making movement difficult? Hong develops individualized TCM treatment plans aimed at achieving a stronger, more resilient immune system, leading to fewer colds, flu, or other infections, key to helping you get back to doing and playing actively and roughhousing with your young kids or grandkids with joy and energy with improved well-being and energy.
• Hong frequently assists patients in overcoming symptoms of Bell's Palsy or facial paralysis needing support for recovery using TCM principles. A carefully designed treatment plan, targeting reduced cravings and better management of withdrawal symptoms, aiding in addiction recovery (e.g., smoking cessation), supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like reaching for items on high shelves or in cupboards without shoulder strain.
• If wanting to improve my overall energy, focus, and vitality naturally is affecting your ability to participate in sleeping soundly through the night and waking refreshed and energetic, Hong's TCM approach aims for significant and lasting reduction in acute or chronic pain levels, helping you to regain your stride.
• By addressing the root energetic imbalances related to my child having frequent illnesses, digestive issues, or skin problems, Hong helps patients work towards for children, experiencing fewer common ailments and demonstrating improved overall health and development, facilitating a return to cherished activities like returning to a specific physical hobby they had to give up due to pain.

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

Hong practices at HONG TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDIC, situated in the Hyde Park, Masonville (West) neighborhood of London. The clinic is conveniently located near Riverbend Area and is accessible via London Transit Commission (LTC). Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Convenient parking options are typically accessible.

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 provincial health plans like Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is strongly recommended to check your private or extended health insurance plans, as many offer some coverage for services provided by registered practitioners. Coverage levels can vary significantly depending on the plan.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic approach to health and wellness based on ancient principles. A Registered TCM Practitioner will assess your overall health by identifying patterns of imbalance according to TCM theory, often involving tongue and pulse diagnosis. Treatment options may include acupuncture, customized herbal formulas (if an R.TCMP), cupping, moxibustion, and dietary and lifestyle recommendations to help restore your body's natural balance and promote healing.

Are Chinese Herbal Medicines safe? (If prescribed by an R.TCMP or Dr.TCM)

When prescribed by a qualified and Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) or Doctor of TCM (Dr.TCM), who has extensive training in herbal pharmacology, Chinese herbal formulas are generally safe and effective. R.TCMPs are trained to identify herb quality, potential herb-drug interactions, and contraindications for specific health conditions or during pregnancy. It is important to inform your practitioner about all medications (prescription and over-the-counter) and existing health conditions. Do not self-prescribe Chinese herbs or purchase from unreliable sources, as this can carry risks of incorrect diagnosis, improper formulation, contamination, or adverse interactions. R.TCMPs often use herbs from trusted suppliers who perform quality testing.

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

Patients in ON can typically see a Registered TCM Practitioner directly without a physician's referral, as direct access is permitted. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your insurance policy to confirm specific requirements.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, **Qi** (pronounced 'chee') is often translated as 'vital energy' or 'life force.' It is considered the fundamental energy that flows throughout the body, responsible for physiological processes, movement, warmth, and protection against illness. **Meridians** are specific pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with the exterior parts of the body, including muscles, skin, and sensory organs. Acupuncture points along these meridians are accessed to influence Qi flow and restore balance.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, sterile, and single-use, often thinner than a human hair. Their insertion is usually painless or feels like a tiny prick. You may experience sensations such as a dull ache, warmth, tingling, or heaviness, which indicate that Qi is being influenced. Most patients find acupuncture relaxing. Registered practitioners use only sterile, disposable needles to ensure safety. Always communicate with your practitioner if you experience discomfort.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi along meridians. This process can help reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, boost the immune system, and promote overall health by encouraging the body's natural healing abilities.

HONG TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDIC
87 Ambleside Dr.
London, ON, N6G 4N9

Phone: (519) 438-8385

Hong Yi 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=bab1283f-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.