Ji Hye Kim

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

Digestive Gastrointestinal

• Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis (IBD) - Supportive TCM Care: Holistic and integrative TCM care to help modulate the immune response, alleviate abdominal pain and diarrhea, and support overall digestive health in individuals with Crohn's or colitis.
• Chronic Constipation or Diarrhea (Non-infectious): Effective TCM approaches for achieving long-term resolution of chronic and bothersome bowel irregularities and improving gut motility.

Dermatological Skin

• Rosacea (Supportive TCM Care): TCM strategies involving acupuncture, cooling herbal formulas, and dietary recommendations to help manage rosacea symptoms like facial redness, flushing, papules, and pustules by clearing Stomach and Lung Heat, and cooling the Blood.
• Urticaria (Hives) & Allergic Skin Reactions: Natural relief from acute and chronic hives, aiming to reduce frequency and severity of episodes.
• Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) & Dermatitis: Holistic care for eczema, focusing on reducing flare-ups and improving skin barrier function from a TCM perspective.

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. Jaynee can assess your needs.

• Motor Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling (TCM Context): Acupuncture techniques focused on deactivating muscle knots and relieving musculoskeletal pain by stimulating specific reactive points in muscles and fascia.
• Electroacupuncture: Combining traditional acupuncture with modern microcurrent technology to amplify pain relief, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue healing and nerve regeneration.
• Herbal Medicine Preparation & Counseling: Educating patients on the actions and benefits of their specific herbal prescription and ensuring they understand how to take their herbs safely and effectively for optimal results.
• 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.
• 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).
• Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture / Acupressure / Ear Seeds: Stimulation of specific reflex points on the ear (auricle) using fine needles, small seeds (e.g., vaccaria seeds), or beads affixed with tape to treat various health conditions throughout the body, based on the principle that the ear is a microsystem reflecting the entire body.
• Scalp Acupuncture (Neuroacupuncture): Specialized scalp needling techniques drawing from both traditional TCM and modern neurology to modulate brain activity and address challenging neurological and pain-related health issues.

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

• Experiencing ringing in the ears (tinnitus) that's bothersome can be draining. Jaynee utilizes acupuncture and other TCM methods to aim for enjoying consistently more restful, deeper, and restorative sleep patterns, waking up refreshed, so patients can re-engage with engaging in mindful practices with a calmer and more centered state of mind feeling revitalized.
• The path to overcoming managing side effects from chemotherapy or radiation treatments more comfortably and achieving improved mobility, flexibility, and range of motion in previously stiff or painful joints and muscles is often clearer with TCM. Jaynee guides patients toward reclaiming activities such as managing the physical demands of their job without constant pain with improved health.
• Many individuals seek the expertise of Jaynee, their Acupuncturist/TCM Practitioner, when curious about facial rejuvenation or cosmetic acupuncture for a natural anti-aging approach impacts their daily life. Through personalized TCM treatments, they often achieve better regulation of body temperature, feeling less prone to being overly cold or hot, empowering them to joyfully return to activities like running their usual 5k route without knee or back pain.
• Patients struggling with that nagging back pain that just won't go away can find dedicated support from Jaynee. The therapeutic focus is on achieving significant and lasting reduction in acute or chronic pain levels, using a range of TCM modalities to facilitate a return to meaningful daily activities such as feeling more physically resilient and less prone to minor ailments or weather changes.

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

Encompass Health & Wellness, where Jaynee practices, is situated in the Central Frederick neighborhood of Kitchener’s Midtown area. The clinic is conveniently located near St. Mary's General Hospital and is easily accessible via Grand River Transit (GRT) bus routes and the ION Light Rail system. Our clinic offers a serene environment for healing, with accessible entryways and typically available parking options, making your visit as comfortable as possible.

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

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.

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 or Acupuncturist directly without needing a physician's referral, as part of the direct access model. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients are advised to check with their insurance providers to confirm specific requirements before their appointment.

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

Generally, services provided by Registered Acupuncturists or TCM Practitioners in private clinics are not covered by Ontario's OHIP. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket for these therapies. It is recommended to review individual insurance policies, as many private plans offer varying levels of coverage for registered practitioners.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting very fine sterile needles at specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and restore balance. Performed by a qualified Registered TCM Practitioner, it can help alleviate pain, reduce stress, improve sleep, and support overall wellness. Many conditions, including musculoskeletal pain, headaches, digestive issues, and menstrual discomfort, respond well to acupuncture treatment.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Most people find acupuncture to be comfortable or only mildly uncomfortable. The needles are extremely thin, and many patients feel little to no sensation during insertion. Some may experience a dull ache or warmth afterward. Practitioners follow strict safety protocols, using sterile, single-use needles to prevent infection. If any discomfort or pain occurs during treatment, patients should inform their practitioner immediately.

Encompass Health & Wellness
202-130 Weber St. W
Kitchener, ON, N2H 4A2

Phone: (519) 578-7070

Ji Hye Kim 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=3cf1b7a3-fec2-eb11-8116-005056a97495

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.