Luheng Han

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

Digestive Gastrointestinal

• Acid Reflux (GERD), Heartburn & Indigestion (Dyspepsia): Natural relief for upper digestive discomfort, promoting better digestion, reducing stomach acidity issues, and restoring overall digestive harmony.
• Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis (IBD) - Supportive TCM Care: Acupuncture and herbal medicine as a complementary therapy to help manage symptoms, reduce inflammation, and improve quality of life for individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. (Used alongside conventional medical management).
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Bloating, Gas & Functional Digestive Upset: Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to regulate digestive function, alleviate common IBS symptoms like abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, excessive gas, diarrhea, or constipation, by harmonizing the Spleen and Stomach, soothing Liver Qi (which often attacks the Spleen in TCM), and resolving Dampness.

Respiratory Allergy & Immune

• Weak Immune System & Recurrent Infections: A proactive and preventative TCM approach to enhance your body's natural defense mechanisms, reduce susceptibility to illness, and promote robust, long-term immunity.
• Allergies (Seasonal/Environmental, e.g., Hay Fever, Allergic Rhinitis) & Sinusitis: Addressing underlying Lung, Spleen, and Kidney Qi deficiencies or external pathogenic factors like Wind-Cold, Wind-Heat, or Dampness that contribute to allergic responses and chronic sinus inflammation.
• 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.

Pain & Musculoskeletal

• Fibromyalgia & Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Addressing underlying energetic imbalances like Liver Qi Stagnation, Spleen Qi Deficiency, and Blood Stasis, and improving overall vitality in individuals with these chronic pain conditions.
• Arthritis & Joint Pain (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis - Supportive Care): Managing arthritic symptoms by addressing underlying TCM patterns such as Bi Syndrome (Painful Obstruction due to Wind, Cold, Damp, or Heat), and nourishing Kidney essence to support bone and joint health.
• Sports Injuries (e.g., Sprains, Strains, Tendinitis) & Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Reducing inflammation and swelling, promoting efficient tissue repair, alleviating pain, and restoring optimal function to injured areas to facilitate a quicker and safer return to athletic activity or work.

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. Luheng can assess your needs.

• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): Traditional East Asian healing technique, often used for musculoskeletal pain, common cold, fever, or heatstroke, to address pain by moving stagnant Qi and Blood, clear heat, and promote tissue recovery.
• 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.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): A comprehensive form of Chinese therapeutic massage and bodywork that utilizes a wide range of hand techniques (e.g., pushing, grasping, rolling, pressing, kneading) to manipulate soft tissues and joints, stimulate acupressure points, and promote the harmonious flow of Qi and Blood through the meridians, thereby relieving pain, correcting musculoskeletal imbalances, and treating various internal medicine conditions. (Typically offered by R.TCMP or specifically trained R.Ac).
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: Targeting key energy points on the body with precise pressure to alleviate symptoms, support organ function, and enhance overall well-being.
• 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.
• TCM Pulse Diagnosis (Sphygmology): A subtle and sophisticated TCM diagnostic technique requiring extensive training, used to understand the energetic state of your Zang-Fu organs and overall constitution.
• Cupping Therapy (Fire Cupping, Sliding Cupping, Stationary Cupping): A traditional deep-tissue therapy using suction cups (stationary or moved along lubricated skin) to promote circulation, ease pain, break up fascial adhesions, and draw out pathogenic factors like Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the body.

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

• By addressing the root energetic imbalances related to skin problems like eczema, persistent acne, psoriasis, or unexplained hives, Luheng helps patients work towards improved circulation, often described as a feeling of warmth or better flow in extremities, facilitating a return to cherished activities like engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting hobbies for hours with clear focus.
• It's rewarding for Luheng to witness patients find relief from fertility challenges, trying to conceive, or wanting to prepare my body for pregnancy and experience an enhanced overall quality of life and a greater capacity to enjoy daily activities and social engagements through TCM. A tailored approach can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in walking up and down several flights of stairs without issue again.
• Acupuncture and TCM with Luheng can be a turning point for those affected by chronic sinus congestion, pressure, or recurrent sinus infections. The goal is achieving effective alleviation of some common side effects associated with conventional medical treatments like chemotherapy, paving the way for you to enjoy feeling more energetic, focused, and productive throughout the workday without energy slumps and a more balanced, vibrant life.
• Luheng frequently assists patients in overcoming general muscle tension, stiffness, and aches throughout my body using TCM principles. A carefully designed treatment plan, targeting noticeable improvement in digestive comfort, with significantly less bloating, gas, or abdominal pain, supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like participating in community events and social gatherings more actively.

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

Located in the Lawrence Manor and Lawrence Heights neighbourhood of Toronto, ACM CLINIC is conveniently situated near the World's Biggest Bookstore site. The clinic is easily accessible via TTC, including subway, streetcar, and bus routes. Our clinic provides a serene environment for healing, and street parking is often available nearby, offering comfort and convenience for your visits.

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 usually pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is strongly advised to check your private or extended health insurance plans, as many offer some coverage for services rendered by registered practitioners. Coverage levels can vary significantly depending on your insurance provider and plan.

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.

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, you may experience sensations such as a dull ache, warmth, tingling, or a feeling of heaviness or energy movement, which are signs that Qi is being influenced. Most people find the experience relaxing and calming. Safety is a priority; registered practitioners use only sterile, disposable needles. Always communicate any discomfort during treatment with your practitioner.

What types of conditions do Registered Acupuncturists at ACM CLINIC treat?

Our Registered Acupuncturists treat a wide range of health concerns using Traditional Chinese Medicine principles. This includes, but is not limited to, conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) support (TCM), fertility enhancement and infertility support (for all genders), sleep disorders, women’s health issues like PMS or menopausal symptoms, and overall wellness. Treatments often involve Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM), TCM Tongue Diagnosis, cupping therapy, moxibustion, and dietary advice tailored to your specific TCM diagnosis.

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

In Ontario, patients can typically see a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner directly without a physician's referral (known as direct access). 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 before your appointment.

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 along meridians. It can help reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, boost the immune system, and promote overall health by supporting the body's natural healing processes.

What should I expect during my first Acupuncture or TCM appointment?

Your initial appointment typically lasts 60 to 90 minutes and involves a comprehensive intake. Your practitioner will discuss your health concerns, review your medical history, and evaluate your lifestyle, diet, sleep, and emotional health. Diagnostic assessment includes tongue observation and pulse feeling. Based on this, a TCM diagnosis will be made, and a personalized treatment plan will be discussed. The first treatment may include acupuncture and possibly herbal formulas, cupping, or moxibustion.

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

TCM is a holistic health system rooted in ancient principles. A Registered Acupuncturist assesses your overall health, identifies patterns of imbalance through tongue and pulse diagnosis, and provides treatments such as acupuncture, herbal formulas, cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle recommendations to restore harmony and promote healing.

ACM CLINIC
210-3089 Bathurst St.
Toronto, ON, M6A 2A4

Phone: (416) 787-2959

Luheng Han 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=45d9eb41-b376-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.