Lisa Yi Hsiu Chen – Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist | Vancouver, BC

Lisa Yi Hsiu Chen is a dedicated Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) (Acupuncture Services). Practicing at Aroma Oasis Health Inc. in Vancouver, BC, Lisa Yi Hsiu is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, adhering to the standards set by The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

Lisa Yi Hsiu's role involves offering skilled acupuncture treatments for a wide variety of common health concerns, including pain management (musculoskeletal pain, headaches), stress reduction, sleep issues, and general wellness support. Her care approach focuses on using acupuncture to stimulate the body's natural healing abilities and restore energetic balance according to TCM principles. She serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, ensuring personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and conditions.

Lisa Yi Hsiu Chen completed their RAC. With clinical training and experience, Lisa Yi Hsiu is committed to ongoing professional learning and upholding the highest standards of TCM practice. She has a particular interest and further training in areas such as TCM dietary therapy, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine. Her practice is rooted in utilizing time-tested therapies like acupuncture and herbal medicine to support the body's innate healing capacity and restore natural balance (Yin-Yang Harmony). She adopts a holistic approach, viewing the body as an interconnected system where physical, mental, and emotional aspects are inseparable (Holism). Lisa Yi Hsiu offers consultations in English.

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

Respiratory Allergy Immune

• Common Cold, Flu & Viral Infections (Prevention & Accelerated Recovery): Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, including preventative acupuncture and immune-boosting herbs, to help strengthen the body's resistance to colds and flu. For active infections, TCM aims to accelerate recovery by expelling pathogens (Wind, Cold, Heat, Damp), relieving symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, cough, body aches, and fatigue.
• 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): Addressing underlying Lung, Spleen, and Kidney deficiencies that often contribute to chronic respiratory conditions and recurrent coughs, aiming to reduce the frequency and severity of attacks.

Womens Health Gynecological

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) & Endometriosis - TCM Supportive Care: Holistic support aimed at improving hormonal balance, reducing pain and other symptoms, enhancing fertility potential, and improving quality of life for women with PCOS or endometriosis.
• Fertility Enhancement & Infertility Support (For All Genders): Holistic and personalized support to enhance the chances of conception, support a healthy implantation and pregnancy, and address factors contributing to subfertility.
• Pregnancy, Labor Preparation & Postpartum Care (TCM): Nourishing Qi, Blood, and Essence, strengthening the Kidney and Spleen organ systems, and ensuring smooth Qi flow to support the mother and baby throughout the entire perinatal journey.
• Fibroids & Ovarian Cysts (Supportive TCM Management): TCM strategies, often involving acupuncture and herbal medicine, aimed at managing symptoms associated with uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts, such as heavy bleeding, pain, or pressure, by promoting circulation, resolving Blood stasis and Phlegm accumulation. (As an adjunct to gynecological monitoring).

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. Lisa Yi Hsiu can assess your needs.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• TCM Dietary Therapy & Nutritional Counseling (Shi Liao): Personalized dietary advice based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles (Shi Liao), considering the energetic properties of foods (e.g., warming/cooling, drying/moistening, Five Flavors) and their effects on specific organ systems to support your unique constitution, address health imbalances, and promote healing.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Lisa Yi Hsiu, 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 BC and the standards set by The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

At Aroma Oasis Health Inc., Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Lisa Yi Hsiu frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• For those whose asthma or breathing difficulties needing supportive, natural care has made engaging in gentle exercises like Tai Chi, Qigong, or yoga with improved balance, flexibility, and energy flow seem difficult, Lisa Yi Hsiu's acupuncture and TCM care offers a path toward for children, experiencing fewer common ailments and demonstrating improved overall health and development. These time-tested therapies can be instrumental in helping you get back to engaging in gentle exercises like Tai Chi, Qigong, or yoga with improved balance, flexibility, and energy flow with greater comfort.
• Many patients have found lasting relief from feeling tired all the time, experiencing chronic fatigue, or lacking vitality and achieved enjoying consistently more restful, deeper, and restorative sleep patterns, waking up refreshed under the care of Lisa Yi Hsiu, allowing them to re-engage with activities such as participating in hobbies and social events without pain, anxiety, or fatigue holding them back with renewed vitality and ease.
• If general muscle tension, stiffness, and aches throughout my body is affecting your ability to participate in being able to kneel or squat down to play with pets or children comfortably, Lisa Yi Hsiu's TCM approach aims for clearer breathing, reduced sinus congestion, and improved respiratory function, helping you to regain your stride.
• With Lisa Yi Hsiu, an Acupuncturist/TCM Practitioner, individuals with heartburn, acid reflux, or general indigestion after meals are guided towards a substantial increase in overall energy levels, vitality, and stamina throughout the day, focusing on restoring the body's natural balance to enjoy spending hours gardening comfortably, without subsequent back or knee strain again with greater zest.

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

Aroma Oasis Health Inc. is situated in the University Endowment Lands (UBC) neighborhood of Vancouver. The clinic is conveniently located near the Downtown Entertainment District and is accessible via TransLink, including SkyTrain (Expo, Millennium, Canada Lines), bus, SeaBus, and West Coast Express (Waterfront). Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Metered and paid parking lots are usually found in the vicinity.

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. Some common sensations include a slight initial pinch, followed by a dull ache, warmth, tingling, or a feeling of fullness around the needle site, which usually indicates the treatment is working effectively to stimulate your body's Qi. Many patients report feeling very relaxed and even fall asleep during the session. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and exclusively use sterile, single-use needles to ensure your safety and prevent infection. If you ever feel any notable pain, inform your Registered TCM Practitioner immediately.

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 state of health, looking for patterns of imbalance according to TCM theory (often involving tongue and pulse diagnosis). Treatment may involve acupuncture, customized herbal formulas (if an R.TCMP), cupping, moxibustion, and specific dietary and lifestyle recommendations to help restore your body's natural balance and promote healing.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP) in BC?

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 MSP in BC. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket. It is advisable to check your private or extended health insurance plans, as many offer some coverage for these services, but coverage levels vary significantly.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

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

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), 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 of all medications and health conditions. Avoid self-prescribing or purchasing herbs from unreliable sources, as this can pose risks of incorrect diagnosis, poor quality, contamination, or adverse interactions. R.TCMPs often source herbs from trusted suppliers who perform quality testing.

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

Patients in BC can typically see a Registered TCM Practitioner directly without a physician's referral. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended to check your individual insurance policy 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 all physiological processes, movement, warmth, and defending against illness. **Meridians** are specific pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with the exterior body parts. Acupuncture points are located along these meridians where the flow of Qi can be accessed and influenced to restore balance and health.

Aroma Oasis Health Inc.
3652 Broadway W
Vancouver, BC, V6R 2B7

Phone: (604) 732-8655

Lisa Yi Hsiu Chen is regulated by the Health Professions Act (British Columbia) in BC and is a registered member of The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

Registration can typically be verified with The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

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.