Lynn La Rocque – Acupuncturist | Montréal, QC

Lynn La Rocque is a dedicated Acupuncteur (Ac.). Practicing at Clinique Complice Santé in Montréal, QC, she is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, adhering to the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

As an experienced practitioner, Lynn specializes in providing skilled acupuncture treatments for a wide variety of common health concerns, including pain management (such as musculoskeletal pain and headaches), stress reduction, sleep issues, and overall wellness support. Her care approach emphasizes 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 accessible holistic care for the entire family.

Lynn completed her training in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, gaining substantial clinical experience along the way. She is dedicated to ongoing professional learning and maintaining the highest standards of practice within TCM. Her focus includes a deep interest in acupuncture techniques and integrating evidence-based methods to optimize patient outcomes. She emphasizes preventative care and patient education (Zhì Wèi Bìng - Treat a disease before it occurs) to empower individuals in maintaining their well-being; she offers consultations in French, ensuring clear communication tailored to her clients' needs.

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

Mental Emotional Sleep

• Depression, Low Mood & Mood Swings (Supportive TCM Care): Holistic care aimed at supporting emotional balance, uplifting mood, increasing motivation, and enhancing overall mental well-being as part of an integrative mental health strategy.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Support (TCM): Addressing TCM patterns often associated with trauma, such as Heart Shen disturbance, Liver Qi Stagnation, or Kidney Jing depletion.

Other Common

• 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): Supporting the body's strength (Zheng Qi), protecting healthy cells, reducing toxic side effects, and promoting recovery and vitality during and after chemotherapy or radiation therapy from a TCM perspective.
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Adrenal Fatigue Support (TCM): Restoring vitality and improving overall stamina by addressing underlying deficiencies and energetic blockages from a TCM perspective, often focusing on adrenal and mitochondrial support through TCM principles.
• Bell's Palsy & Facial Paralysis Recovery: Supporting nerve healing and restoring facial muscle control through targeted acupuncture and TCM therapies.

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. Lynn 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: Utilizing precisely controlled electrical stimulation through acupuncture needles to provide stronger or more sustained activation of Qi and Blood flow in the meridians.
• TCM Observation & Palpation Diagnosis: Utilizing traditional TCM observational skills (Wang) and palpation (Qie - beyond just pulse) to gather diagnostic clues about your underlying pattern of imbalance.
• Acupuncture Treatment (Body Acupuncture): Insertion of fine, sterile, single-use needles into specific acupoints on the body's meridians (energy pathways) to stimulate Qi (vital energy) flow, alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, regulate organ function, and promote natural healing.
• 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.
• TCM Pulse Diagnosis (Sphygmology): Assessing up to 28 distinct pulse qualities to contribute to a comprehensive TCM diagnosis, guiding the selection of appropriate acupuncture points and herbal formulas.
• 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 Lynn, 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 QC and the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

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

• For those whose seasonal allergies (hay fever) making me sneeze, congested, and miserable has made attending concerts or theatre shows and sitting comfortably throughout seem difficult, Lynn's acupuncture and TCM care offers a path toward significant and lasting reduction in acute or chronic pain levels. These time-tested therapies can be instrumental in helping you get back to attending concerts or theatre shows and sitting comfortably throughout with greater comfort.
• Lynn believes in a partnership with patients. When feeling stressed out, anxious, overwhelmed, or panicky most of the time arises, a collaborative TCM plan targets experiencing fewer and less intense headaches or migraines, leading to more pain-free days, enabling a more active lifestyle including maintaining a positive mood and outlook more consistently, leading to better social interactions.
• If curious about facial rejuvenation or cosmetic acupuncture for a natural anti-aging approach is preventing you from fully enjoying managing their personal care routines independently, Lynn offers skilled acupuncture and TCM care. Treatment focuses on a more positive outlook and improved mood stability, often utilizing acupuncture, herbal remedies (if R.TCMP), and lifestyle advice to help you regain balance and function.
• Dealing with the ongoing challenges of wanting to improve my overall energy, focus, and vitality naturally? Lynn works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of enhanced fertility potential, optimized reproductive health, and better support during pregnancy and postpartum. This might involve specific acupuncture protocols, cupping, or moxibustion, all aimed at helping you confidently resume participating in community events and social gatherings more actively.

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

Located within Clinique Complice Santé in the heart of Montréal, Lynn’s practice is situated in a modern acupuncture and TCM clinic in the central Montréal neighborhood. The clinic's location is convenient, being close to local community centers and parks, making it easy for patients to access. Public transit routes provide excellent connectivity, allowing patients to reach the clinic comfortably. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Convenient parking options are typically accessible.

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.

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

In Quebec, patients can typically consult a Registered Acupuncteur (Ac.) or Registered TCM Practitioner directly without needing a referral from a physician, thanks to direct access regulations. However, it is important to note that some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients should verify their insurance policy details to understand coverage options and any necessary documentation.

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 the body's Qi. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and exclusively use sterile, single-use needles to ensure safety and prevent infection. If any pain or discomfort is felt during treatment, patients are encouraged to communicate with their practitioner immediately.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

**Qi** is the vital energy or life force that flows through the body along pathways called meridians. When Qi flows smoothly and freely, health is maintained; blockages or deficiencies can lead to illness or discomfort. Meridians connect different organs and tissues, forming a network that facilitates the circulation of Qi and Blood. Acupuncture aims to restore balanced flow within these meridians to promote health and healing.

Does Clinique Complice Santé offer direct billing to private insurance companies for Acupuncture/TCM services?

Yes, the clinic generally offers direct billing to major private insurance providers for services performed by Registered Acupuncturists (R.Ac) and/or Registered TCM Practitioners (R.TCMP). Patients are advised to bring their insurance details and confirm coverage specifics, including any per-visit limits or referral requirements. The patient remains responsible for non-covered portions.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

No, acupuncture and TCM services provided by Registered Acupuncturists or TCM Practitioners in private clinics are typically not covered by RAMQ. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket. However, many private or extended health insurance plans do offer some coverage for these services, so patients are encouraged to verify their individual policies.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body called acupoints. According to TCM, this stimulates and balances the flow of Qi (vital energy) through the meridians, helping to reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate organ functions, enhance immune response, and promote overall health and vitality.

Clinique Complice Santé
1575, Fleury Est, # 303
Montréal, QC, H2C 1S7

Phone: (514) 903-1236

Lynn La Rocque is regulated by the Professional Code (Quebec) in QC and is a registered member of The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Registration Number: A-006-12

Registration can typically be verified with The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

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.