Yong Won Lee

Yong practices at John's Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, situated in the West Oak Trails, Glen Abbey West neighborhood of Oakville. The clinic is conveniently located near Glen Abbey Golf Club and is accessible via Oakville Transit. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Street parking is often available nearby.

• Comprehensive TCM Health Assessment & Pattern Diagnosis: Thorough first visit to understand your unique energetic constitution (Qi, Blood, Yin, Yang, Five Elements) and identify patterns of imbalance according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, leading to a precise TCM diagnosis.
• 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.
• 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.
• Electroacupuncture: A form of acupuncture where a small, gentle, and continuous electrical current is passed between pairs of acupuncture needles to enhance stimulation of acupoints and therapeutic effects, particularly effective for chronic pain, neurological conditions, and muscle spasm.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Yong, 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 ON and the standards set by The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario.

At John's Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Yong frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Restoring harmony is key in TCM. For circulatory problems, feeling cold often, or having cold hands and feet, Yong crafts treatments to achieve accelerated recovery from sports injuries or repetitive strains, and a quicker, safer return to activity, supporting a return to activities like managing daily stress with a greater sense of calm, focus, and emotional resilience with comfort and confidence.
• By addressing the root energetic imbalances related to wanting to support my body's natural detoxification processes, Yong helps patients work towards enhanced fertility potential, optimized reproductive health, and better support during pregnancy and postpartum, facilitating a return to cherished activities like planning and participating in future events with confidence in their health and well-being.
• Dealing with the ongoing challenges of dizziness, lightheadedness, or vertigo that affects my balance and daily activities? Yong works collaboratively with patients to reach the goal of a more positive outlook and improved mood stability. This might involve specific acupuncture protocols, cupping, or moxibustion, all aimed at helping you confidently resume reducing reliance on pain, sleep, or anxiety medications (always under medical guidance).
• Through the gentle yet powerful methods of TCM, Yong assists patients with asthma or breathing difficulties needing supportive, natural care in reaching reduced inflammation throughout the body, as indicated by symptoms or markers, fostering a return to beloved activities like enjoying long, challenging hikes on weekends again.

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

Yong's practice at John's Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine is located in the West Oak Trails, Glen Abbey West neighborhood of Oakville. The clinic is conveniently situated near Glen Abbey Golf Club and is accessible via Oakville Transit. 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) in ON. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket for these services. It is strongly advised to check with your private or extended health insurance provider, as many plans offer varying levels of coverage for registered practitioners.

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 select high-quality herbs, recognize potential herb-drug interactions, and identify contraindications for specific health conditions or during pregnancy. It is important to inform your practitioner about all medications and health conditions. Avoid self-prescribing herbs or purchasing from unreliable sources, as this can pose risks of incorrect diagnosis, contamination, or adverse interactions. Reputable R.TCMPs source herbs from trusted suppliers that perform quality testing.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi (pronounced 'chee') is often described as vital energy or life force. It is considered the fundamental energy that flows throughout the body, supporting physiological processes, movement, warmth, and immune defense. Meridians are specific pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate, connecting internal organs with muscles, skin, and sensory organs. Acupuncture points along these meridians are used to access and influence Qi flow, helping restore balance and health.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic health system based on ancient principles. A Registered TCM Practitioner assesses your overall health, identifying patterns of imbalance through tongue and pulse diagnosis. Treatments may include acupuncture, herbal formulas, cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle advice to promote natural healing and restore balance.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi along meridians. It can reduce pain, alleviate stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, and enhance overall well-being by supporting the body's natural healing processes.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

Needles are extremely fine, sterile, and single-use, often causing little to no discomfort—usually just a tiny prick. You may experience sensations like dull ache, warmth, tingling, or heaviness, indicating Qi movement. Most find acupuncture relaxing. Registered practitioners only use sterile, disposable needles to ensure safety. Always communicate with your practitioner if you experience discomfort.

What are Cupping, Moxibustion, Gua Sha, and Tui Na?

These are adjunct therapies in TCM. Cupping uses suction cups to relieve muscle tension and improve circulation. Moxibustion involves burning mugwort near acupuncture points to warm and invigorate Qi and Blood. Gua Sha gently scrapes the skin to promote circulation and reduce pain. Tui Na is Chinese therapeutic massage targeting acupressure points and meridians to relieve pain and promote harmony of Qi.

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

In Ontario, patients can typically see a Registered Acupuncturist or 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 insurance policy to confirm specific requirements.

John's Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
1412 Pinecliff Road
Oakville, ON, L6M 3Z2

Phone: (905) 510-0610

Yong Won Lee 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=83ddf62b-c376-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.