Vladimir Klimov

Vladimir practices at Three Peaks Health, situated within a dedicated acupuncture and TCM clinic in the central neighborhood of Langley Township. The clinic's location is convenient for local residents, being near community centers and public parks, making it easily accessible via public transit routes. The serene environment provides a peaceful setting for healing and relaxation. Metered and paid parking lots are usually available nearby, ensuring convenient access for patients seeking holistic health care.

• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: Targeting key energy points on the body with precise pressure to alleviate symptoms, support organ function, and enhance overall well-being.
• 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.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): The therapeutic application of heat from burning processed mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) near or on the skin at specific acupuncture points or areas of the body. This warms meridians, stimulates Qi and Blood flow, dispels Cold and Dampness, strengthens Yang energy, and can alleviate conditions associated with cold, stagnation, or deficiency.
• 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 Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching (Yang Sheng): Comprehensive coaching to help you integrate TCM wisdom into your daily life for improved balance, vitality, mental clarity, and emotional well-being, fostering a proactive approach to health.
• 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.
• Qigong & Tai Chi Exercise Recommendations: Guidance on or referral to Qigong or Tai Chi practices, which are gentle, mindful movement exercises combining breathwork and meditation to cultivate Qi, improve balance, reduce stress, enhance flexibility, and promote overall physical and mental health.

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

• If digestive issues like bloating, gas, cramps, constipation, or diarrhea (IBS-like symptoms) is affecting your ability to participate in engaging in gentle exercises like Tai Chi, Qigong, or yoga with improved balance, flexibility, and energy flow, Vladimir's TCM approach aims for a profound sense of relaxation, calm, and overall well-being following treatments, helping you to regain your stride.
• Through personalized acupuncture and TCM with Vladimir, common concerns like circulatory problems, feeling cold often, or having cold hands and feet are assessed from a holistic perspective to achieve enjoying consistently more restful, deeper, and restorative sleep patterns, waking up refreshed, helping people to once again enjoy intimacy without pain or hormonal imbalances interfering.
• Many patients have found lasting relief from that nagging back pain that just won't go away and achieved better regulation of body temperature, feeling less prone to being overly cold or hot under the care of Vladimir, allowing them to re-engage with activities such as engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting hobbies for hours with clear focus with renewed vitality and ease.
• It's rewarding for Vladimir to witness patients find relief from wanting to improve their overall energy, focus, and vitality naturally and experience more regular, balanced, and manageable menstrual cycles with substantially reduced PMS or PMDD symptoms through TCM. A tailored approach can make a significant difference in your ability to participate in experiencing clearer sinuses and easier breathing during daily activities and exercise again.

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

Vladimir practices at Three Peaks Health, situated within a dedicated acupuncture and TCM clinic in the central neighborhood of Langley Township. The clinic's location is convenient for local residents, being near community centers and public parks, making it easily accessible via public transit routes. The serene environment provides a peaceful setting for healing and relaxation. Metered and paid parking lots are usually available nearby, ensuring convenient access for patients seeking holistic health care.

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.

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

In general, acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) or Registered TCM Practitioner (R.TCMP) in a private clinic are not covered by provincial health plans such as MSP in BC. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket for these services. However, many private or extended health insurance plans offer coverage for treatments performed by registered practitioners, so patients are advised to check their individual policies for specific details and reimbursement options.

Does Three Peaks Health offer direct billing to private insurance companies for Acupuncture/TCM services?

Yes, the clinic typically offers direct billing for services provided by Registered Acupuncturists (R.Ac) and/or Registered TCM Practitioners (R.TCMP) to major private insurers. Patients are encouraged to bring their insurance details and confirm specific coverage (such as for acupuncture, herbal consults, herbs, or other therapies) directly with their insurer. Non-covered portions are the responsibility of the patient.

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 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.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture, performed by a qualified Registered TCM Practitioner, 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.

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 (such as a Registered Acupuncturist or R.TCMP) directly without a referral from a physician. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your individual policy to confirm specific requirements.

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), who has extensive training in herbal pharmacology, 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. Patients should always inform their practitioner of all medications (prescription and over-the-counter) and health conditions. Self-prescribing or purchasing herbs from unreliable sources is strongly discouraged due to risks of incorrect diagnosis, contamination, or adverse interactions. Reputable herbal suppliers perform quality testing to ensure safety and efficacy.

Three Peaks Health
20165 91 A Ave
Langley Township, BC, V1M 3A2

Phone: (778) 298-3757

Vladimir Klimov 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.