* Patient with Infertility Delivers Healthy Baby Girl

A 35-year-old woman had been married for two years without using contraception, but had not become pregnant. She experienced significant work-related stress and often felt fatigued. She hoped to improve her physical condition and aid in conception through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Main Symptoms: Fatigue, anxiety, allergies to pollen and pets, light menstrual flow, and frequent lower back pain. Western medical examinations showed no abnormalities. TCM Diagnosis: Lung Qi deficiency, Kidney Yin deficiency, and Blood deficiency.Treatment Plan: Acupuncture treatment once or twice a week, along with traditional Chinese herbal medications, such as Dang Gui Bu Xue Tang, Er Zhi Wan, and Tao Hong Si Wu Tang. Treatment Results: After six months of body conditioning and taking herbal medications, the patient's allergy symptoms significantly improved, her energy levels increased, and her complexion became rosy and radiant. Six months later, she naturally became pregnant and delivered a healthy baby girl at full term.

* IVF Supportive Therapy through TCM Leads to Birth of Twins

A couple visit for treatment together. The husband, a 40-year-old computer engineer, often experienced lower back pain and fatigue. He had poor sperm quality and was unable to produce normal sperm for IVF. The reproductive center recommended acupuncture treatment. TCM Diagnosis: Kidney deficiency. Treatment: Primarily focused on acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicines to tonify the kidneys and replenish sperm, including Wuzi Yanzong Wan and Gui Fu Di Huang Wan. After one month of treatment, the reproductive center retrieved nine sperm samples that met the quality standards. The wife, aged 38, showed no significant abnormalities in her Western medical examinations, but experienced anxiety and insomnia. The TCM diagnosis was Liver Qi stagnation. To increase the chances of a successful IVF procedure, the reproductive center recommended she also undergo acupuncture treatment. Three months later, she underwent IVF transfer and successfully became pregnant with twins.

* Endometriosis and Hypothyroidism Patient Recovers to Normal with Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment

32-year-old woman had a history of dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) since her first period. Initially, the menstrual pain lasted only for a day, but due to work fatigue and stress, she often felt cold and easily fatigued. This condition worsened suddenly when she turned 30. During each menstrual period, she experienced severe chest and abdominal pain, which prevented her from working or engaging in activities. She had to rest in bed until her period ended, severely affecting her work and daily life, causing her immense suffering. After a comprehensive examination by Western medicine, she was diagnosed with endometriosis and hypothyroidism. The Western doctors suggested that she try surgery. However, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) diagnosed her with qi deficiency, blood stasis, and kidney yang deficiency. The patient wanted to try TCM treatment first to see if it could improve her condition, so she did not accept the Western medical suggestion for surgery. She then received regular acupuncture treatments once a week and took herbal medicine. Throughout the treatment, she noticed her physical strength improving, and her menstrual pain gradually lessened. After 10 months of treatment, all her pain symptoms completely disappeared, and her thyroid function recovered to normal.

* Significant Improvement in Lower Back Pain and Sciatica in a Patient

A 60-year-old male suffered from lower back pain due to a lumbar injury from an accident. A year after the injury, he still required painkiller and had undergone physical therapy and chiropractic treatments, but his symptoms did not improve. When he came for a consultation, he was unable to bend over and reported that he could not put on socks. He also experienced pain along the back of his left leg. An MRI revealed herniation of the discs at the L4 and L5 levels. Referred by a Western medicine doctor to our clinic, the patient tried acupuncture for the first time. Initially, cupping therapy was applied to relax the muscles, followed by acupuncture treatment using our clinic’s unique lower back pain acupuncture technique (specialized treatment). After the first session, he was immediately able to bend over, with pain improvement of about 60%. He expressed gratitude, stating that he wished he had started acupuncture treatment sooner! The patient continued with weekly acupuncture sessions, completing a total of six treatments. His symptoms significantly improved, and he could move his lower back freely. He was advised to continue with physical therapy to consolidate the treatment effects. Discussion: The unique acupuncture method for lower back pain utilized by our clinic is a specialized technique passed down through thirteen generations of TCM practitioners. Our clinic's specialized treatment for lower back pain has proven effective and has helped many patients improve their back injuries and pain.

* Patient with Cervical Spine Injury Makes a Good Recovery

A 40-year-old patient injured her cervical spine while performing a headstand during yoga practice. An MRI conducted by a Western medicine doctor revealed herniation of the C3 and C4 discs and spinal stenosis. The patient was unable to turn her neck and could only look forward, experiencing headaches, neck pain, and numbness in her arms. The pain and weakness hindered her ability to work and care for her children, leading to significant anxiety. She also worried about the possibility of needing surgery to resolve the issue and the challenges of subsequent rehabilitation. After analyzing her condition, we recommended that she undergo acupuncture treatment twice a week, combined with physical therapy once a day. The patient was very cooperative and followed the treatment plan diligently. Ultimately, she did not require surgery; after six months of acupuncture and physical therapy, she fully recovered and returned to work with a good prognosis. Discussion: Acupuncture treatment for cervical spondylosis is a highly effective therapeutic approach. Our clinic has received numerous patients, who had not previously experienced acupuncture treatment. After undergoing therapy, many expressed that acupuncture had greatly benefited them. Additionally, many patients were referred by their Western medicine family doctors, and feedback following treatment has been overwhelmingly positive.

* Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

A 55-year-old patient, who has long been engaged in computer-related work, gradually began experiencing bilateral shoulder heaviness and soreness. In the past three months, the symptoms worsened, with unbearable shoulder pain that made it impossible to raise his arms or move them backward, complicating the process of getting dressed. After being introduced by a friend, he decided to try acupuncture treatment. Following a physical examination and assessment, we recommended the patient undergo acupuncture once a week, along with cupping and electroacupuncture therapy. After three treatments, the patient reported significant improvement in pain symptoms, with an increased range of motion of his arms. After a total of ten acupuncture sessions, the aforementioned symptoms completely resolved. Discussion: Acupuncture treatment for frozen shoulder is highly effective, typically yielding quick results without side effects.