Overcoming Pain
March 8, 2012 Category : Conditions We Specialize inMillions of people suffer from acute or chronic pain every year resulting in increased health care costs, rehabilitation, lost worker productivity, and emotional and financial burden on patients and their families. There are many methods to relieve pain – such as over-the-counter (OTC) medications, acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, including aspirin, naproxen, and ibuprofen). Additionally there are natural approaches to pain relief, such as physical and occupational therapy, chiropractic care, Read More
Stress and Anxiety
March 8, 2012 Category : Conditions We Specialize inApproximately 38 million Americans suffer with chronic anxiety or depression. One out of eight adults are currently taking antidepressant medications. While these medications can offer support and benefit on certain occasions, there are many people who do not respond well to this form of treatment. This can be due to a number of factors including: Various side effects that outweigh the benefits of the medication, A developed tolerance to the medication that causes Read More
Allergies
March 8, 2012 Category : Conditions We Specialize inAllergies are very common and on the rise. Over 50 million Americans suffer from allergies. Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, is the reason for over 15 million doctor office visits each year. Annual medical costs exceed $4.5 billion. Food allergy occurs in approximately 6 to 8 percent of children under the age of 4 and approximately 4 percent of adults. Currently, the primary treatment is to avoid the allergen, whether it Read More
Women’s Health
March 8, 2012 Category : Conditions We Specialize inAcupuncture and Chinese medicine continue to grow in popularity among women seeking help with fertility issues, hormonal imbalances, menstrual irregularities and menopause. Treatment at Diwa A comprehensive intake, health history, evaluation, and treatment plan will be discussed during your first visit. Treatment modalities such as acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, herbal medicine, Chinese dietary therapy, and acupressure may be recommended based on your specific health concern and your current signs and symptoms. Each treatment is Read More
Digestive Issues
March 8, 2012 Category : Conditions We Specialize inIt is estimated that approximately 62 million Americans experience digestive problems on an ongoing basis. This is due to the harmful repercussions of the standard American diet on our population coupled with the high level of stress that the average American experiences. Digestive problems can range from minor annoyances, such as gas and bloating, to life-threatening illnesses, such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, unremitting diarrhea, and various cancers that target Read More
