Morgan Dominy Syrett

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

Other Common

• Bell's Palsy & Facial Paralysis Recovery: Supporting nerve healing and restoring facial muscle control through targeted acupuncture and TCM therapies.
• Supportive Care During & After Cancer Treatments (Chemotherapy/Radiation Side Effects): Acupuncture, moxibustion, and gentle herbal therapies to help manage common side effects of conventional cancer treatments, such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, pain, neuropathy, dry mouth, insomnia, and anxiety, thereby improving quality of life and treatment tolerance. (Always in coordination with primary oncology care).
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Adrenal Fatigue Support (TCM): Acupuncture, moxibustion, and tonifying herbal therapies to address the profound exhaustion and complex symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by strengthening Spleen Qi, nourishing Kidney Essence (Yin and Yang), resolving Dampness, and calming the Shen.

Respiratory Allergy Immune

• Asthma, Chronic Bronchitis & Cough (Supportive TCM Care): Holistic TCM care designed to improve breathing capacity, reduce reliance on inhalers (where appropriate and in consultation with an MD), clear persistent phlegm, and enhance overall respiratory health and resilience.
• 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

• Headaches & Migraines (Tension, Cluster, Hormonal - TCM Management): Identifying specific TCM patterns contributing to head pain (e.g., temporal, occipital, vertex headaches) and providing personalized treatments, including acupuncture and herbal formulas, for lasting relief and prevention.
• Neuropathic Pain & Peripheral Neuropathy (e.g., Diabetic Neuropathy Support, Post-Herpetic Neuralgia): Addressing neuropathic pain by invigorating Qi and Blood flow along affected meridians, nourishing Yin and Blood to repair damaged nerves, and resolving blockages or stagnation.
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ/TMD) Dysfunction & Jaw Pain: Acupuncture and local soft tissue techniques to alleviate jaw pain, clicking, locking, and muscle tension associated with TMJ disorders by relaxing masticatory muscles, reducing inflammation, and improving local Qi and Blood flow.
• Chronic & Acute Pain (e.g., Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Knee Pain, Sciatica): Acupuncture and other TCM therapies to effectively manage various types of musculoskeletal pain, reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and accelerate healing, whether the pain is a recent injury or a long-standing issue.

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. Morgan can assess your needs.

• TCM Tongue Diagnosis: In-depth analysis of various tongue characteristics to help formulate an accurate TCM pattern diagnosis and a highly individualized treatment plan.
• 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.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): A warming therapy using various forms of moxa (e.g., moxa sticks, cones, moxa boxes) to promote circulation, relieve pain (especially cold-type pain like arthritis), boost immunity, and enhance the effects of acupuncture treatment.
• 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.
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: Targeting key energy points on the body with precise pressure to alleviate symptoms, support organ function, and enhance overall well-being.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Therapeutic massage techniques integrated with acupressure, joint mobilization, and stretching to address pain, tension, stress, and promote overall physical and energetic well-being.
• Comprehensive TCM Health Assessment & Pattern Diagnosis: A detailed initial consultation involving an in-depth discussion of your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, emotional state, and a traditional TCM diagnostic assessment (palpation, observation, listening/smelling, pulse, and tongue diagnosis) to identify your unique TCM pattern of disharmony.

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

• The path to overcoming TMJ, jaw pain, or teeth grinding that causes discomfort and headaches and achieving clearer breathing, reduced sinus congestion, and improved respiratory function is often clearer with TCM. Morgan guides patients toward reclaiming activities such as playing a few sets of tennis without shoulder or elbow pain with improved health.
• The journey to visible improvement in chronic skin conditions like eczema, acne, or psoriasis, with healthier-looking skin when faced with feeling stressed out, anxious, overwhelmed, or panicky most of the time can be supported by Morgan's expertise in acupuncture and TCM, often leading to a more comfortable and active return to pastimes like working at a desk or computer with reduced neck, shoulder, or back tension and clearer mental focus.
• Morgan frequently assists patients in overcoming dizziness, lightheadedness, or vertigo that affects my balance and daily activities using TCM principles. A carefully designed treatment plan, targeting a more positive outlook and improved mood stability, supports your enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like swimming laps at the pool for fitness and relaxation.
• Many find that TCM with Morgan not only helps with knee, hip, or other joint pain making movement difficult but also brings about reduced cravings and better management of withdrawal symptoms, aiding in addiction recovery (e.g., smoking cessation), allowing for a more fulfilling engagement in having more regular and comfortable menstrual cycles, allowing for uninterrupted daily life and activities.

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

Fallingbrook Wellness, where Morgan practices, is situated in a centrally located acupuncture and TCM clinic in the Scarborough neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently positioned near local community centers and public parks, making it easy for patients to access. Public transit routes serve the area well, providing straightforward options for those traveling without a vehicle. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Street parking is often available nearby.

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). Patients typically 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 insurer and specific plan.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive medical system used for thousands of years to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness. It encompasses therapies such as acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui Na (therapeutic massage), cupping, moxibustion, and dietary/lifestyle advice. A Registered Acupuncturist employs these tools to address the root causes of health issues by balancing the body's Qi (vital energy), Blood, Yin, and Yang. TCM can assist with a broad range of conditions, aiming to restore harmony and promote long-term wellness.

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

Patients in ON can generally see a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner directly without a physician's referral (direct access). However, while a referral is not legally required, some private or extended health insurance plans may require one for reimbursement. It is advisable to check your individual insurance policy to confirm their requirements.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, sterile, and single-use, often not much thicker than a human hair. Insertion is usually painless or feels like a tiny prick, much less intense than an injection. Once inserted, you may feel sensations such as dull ache, warmth, tingling, or a feeling of heaviness or energy movement, which indicate Qi is being influenced. Most patients find acupuncture relaxing and calming. Safety is a priority; practitioners use only sterile, disposable needles. Always communicate with your practitioner if you experience discomfort during treatment.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting 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, strengthen immune response, and promote overall health by encouraging the body's natural healing mechanisms.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In TCM, Qi is the vital energy or life force that flows through the body, responsible for movement, warmth, and protection against illness. Meridians are pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with muscles, skin, and sensory organs. Acupuncture points along these meridians are accessed to influence and restore balance in the body's energy flow.

Fallingbrook Wellness
1204 Kingston Rd
Scarborough, ON, M1N1N8

Phone: (416) 694-4800

Morgan Dominy Syrett 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=ceb0472f-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.