Kuojian Zheng

Kuojian practices at CANADA SHUAI INC., situated in the Walkerville, Ottawa Street Village neighborhood of Windsor. The clinic is conveniently located near WFCU Centre (Arena) and is accessible via Transit Windsor. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Metered and paid parking lots are usually found in the vicinity.

• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): Instrument-assisted unidirectional press-stroking of the skin to break up stagnation, improve local circulation, alleviate pain, stiffness, and fever, and promote lymphatic drainage.
• Comprehensive TCM Health Assessment & Pattern Diagnosis: An extensive assessment exploring your main health concerns through the holistic lens of TCM, including detailed questioning, tongue and pulse diagnosis, and observation of physical signs to determine the root cause of disharmony and guide treatment.
• 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.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Dynamic, hands-on bodywork based on TCM principles of meridians and acupoints to correct structural misalignments, improve circulation, alleviate chronic pain, and restore energetic harmony and balance.
• 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 Tongue Diagnosis: In-depth analysis of various tongue characteristics to help formulate an accurate TCM pattern diagnosis and a highly individualized treatment plan.
• 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 Kuojian, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

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

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

• Let Kuojian help you navigate sports injuries like sprains, strains, or tendonitis needing faster healing with targeted TCM care. The goal is for children, experiencing fewer common ailments and demonstrating improved overall health and development, so you can fully enjoy maintaining a positive mood and outlook more consistently, leading to better social interactions and other life pleasures once more.
• Many find that TCM with Kuojian not only helps with feeling tired all the time, experiencing chronic fatigue, or lacking vitality but also brings about a profound sense of relaxation, calm, and overall well-being following treatments, allowing for a more fulfilling engagement in playing with children or grandchildren more comfortably and with sustained energy.
• Through the gentle yet powerful methods of TCM, Kuojian assists patients with frequent colds, feeling like my immune system is weak, or taking a long time to recover from illness in reaching a noticeable reduction in muscle tension, tightness, and related discomfort or stiffness, fostering a return to beloved activities like having the consistent energy and motivation to pursue creative outlets, learning, or personal passions.
• If seasonal allergies (hay fever) making me sneeze, congested, and miserable is preventing you from fully enjoying walking up and down several flights of stairs without issue, Kuojian offers skilled acupuncture and TCM care. Treatment focuses on reduced inflammation throughout the body, as indicated by symptoms or markers, often utilizing acupuncture, herbal remedies (if R.TCMP), and lifestyle advice to help you regain balance and function.

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

Kuojian practices at CANADA SHUAI INC., situated in the Walkerville, Ottawa Street Village neighborhood of Windsor. The clinic is conveniently located near WFCU Centre (Arena) and is accessible via Transit Windsor. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Metered and paid parking lots are usually found in the vicinity.

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.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how can a Registered Acupuncturist 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 Acupuncturist (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 is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture, performed by a qualified Registered Acupuncturist, is a therapeutic technique where thin needles are inserted at specific points on your body. It is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and aims to restore balance to your body's energy flow. It can be beneficial for a wide range of conditions, including pain management (like back pain or headaches), stress reduction, digestive issues, menstrual problems, and much more, by helping to activate your body's own healing mechanisms.

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. It is advisable to check with private or extended health insurance plans, as many offer partial or full coverage for services provided by registered practitioners. Coverage levels vary significantly.

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

Patients in Ontario can typically see a Registered Acupuncturist (e.g., Registered Acupuncturist, Registered TCM Practitioner) directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to verify your insurance policy requirements before your appointment.

Does CANADA SHUAI INC. offer direct billing to private insurance companies for Acupuncture/TCM services?

Yes, the clinic typically offers direct billing to major private insurers for services provided by Registered Acupuncturists (R.Ac) and/or Registered TCM Practitioners (R.TCMP). Patients are advised to bring their insurance details and confirm specific coverage (e.g., for acupuncture, herbal consults, herbs, maximums, per-visit limits, referral requirements) directly with their insurer. Patients are responsible for any non-covered portions.

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 intense than an injection. Once inserted, patients may feel sensations such as dull ache, warmth, tingling, or heaviness, which indicate Qi movement. Most find the experience very relaxing. Registered practitioners use only sterile, disposable needles. Always communicate with your practitioner if you experience discomfort.

Is there anything I should do to prepare for or after an acupuncture session?

It is recommended to have a light meal or snack 1-2 hours before your appointment, wear loose clothing, and avoid caffeine or alcohol prior to treatment. Afterward, it’s best to rest, hydrate, and avoid strenuous activity for a few hours. Pay attention to how you feel and report any changes to your acupuncturist at your next visit.

CANADA SHUAI INC.
1210 Ouellette Ave.
Windsor, ON, N8X 1J5

Phone: (519) 971-7762

Kuojian Zheng 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=6ab3472f-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.