White Raven Acupuncture was co-founded in the summer of 2009 by the esteemed Brian Downum, a renowned expert in the fields of Orthopedic Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. With over 13 years of experience under his belt, Brian has established a formidable reputation as a top-tier acupuncturist in the North County Coastal areas of San Diego.
Headache and migraine are common medical conditions that can significantly impact a person’s daily life. Ranging from mild to severe, these conditions may be caused by:
Stress
Dehydration
Lack of sleep
Muscle Tension
Causes of serious conditions include:
Head injuries
Neurological disorders.
Migraines tend to have more severe and unique symptoms when compared to general headaches, such as:
Severe pain
Sensitivity to light and sound
Nausea
Vomiting.
Acupuncture is a natural, non-invasive form of treatment. It doesn’t involve drugs or surgery. In contrast, many medical treatments involve drugs that can cause unwanted side effects, or surgical procedures that can be invasive and require a lengthy recovery time.
Acupuncture takes a holistic approach to health and wellness.
Acupuncture aims to balance the body’s overall energy flow and promote optimal health.
At White Raven Acupuncture, we utilize the beneficial aspects of acupuncture for pain treatment to improve our patients’ overall health and wellbeing.
In addition, we also offer herbal remedies to complement our treatments. Certain Chinese herbal medicines, such as Xiao Chai Hu Tang and Chuan Xiong Cha Tiao San, are effective in reducing the frequency and severity of headaches and migraines. Our licensed acupuncturist can develop a personalized pain treatment plan that incorporates acupuncture therapy to help alleviate your symptoms.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you achieve optimal health. To learn more about the benefits of acupuncture, visit (Medical News Today)
TMJ (Temporomandibular joint disorder), is a condition that affects the joint connecting the jawbone to the skull. This joint is responsible for a wide range of movements, such as:
Chewing
Talking
Yawning
TMJ can cause pain and discomfort in the jaw, face, neck, and ears, as well as difficulty with these movements.
Acupuncture treatment can be effective for TMJ. Acupuncture can help release tension in the muscles surrounding the temporomandibular joint. Reducing pain and discomfort and improving the range of motion in the jaw.
Herbal remedies can also be used to treat TMJ. Certain Chinese herbal medicines, such as:
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Jia Wei Xiao Yao Wan
Help to reduce muscle tension and promote relaxation, which can alleviate symptoms of TMJ.
At White Raven Acupuncture, our licensed acupuncturist can develop a personalized pain treatment plan for TMJ. We take a holistic approach to health and wellness and believe in treating the whole person, rather than just the symptoms of a condition.
If you are suffering from TMJ, contact us today to learn more about how acupuncture and herbal remedies can help you find relief from your symptoms.
Neck pain is a common condition that can be caused by a variety of factors as:
Poor posture
Stress
Injury
Degenerative conditions like arthritis.
Neck pain can be debilitating and impact your daily life, making it difficult to
Work
Sleep
Enjoy leisure activities
Acupuncture treatment can be exceptionally effective at treating neck pain. By inserting thin needles into specific points on the body, an Acupuncturist can help promote the body’s natural healing process and reduce inflammation and tension in the muscles and connective tissues of the neck. Acupuncture can also help release endorphins, which are the body’s natural painkillers, providing relief from discomfort.
In addition to Acupuncture, the pain management specialist will also utilize massage therapies, stretching techniques and education of proper therapeutic exercises.
The combination of all these modalities help to better facilitate the natural processes of recovery that the body seeks in order to resolve pathology.
At White Raven Acupuncture, our licensed Acupuncturist can develop a personalized treatment plan for neck pain that incorporates both acupuncture and herbal remedies. We take a comprehensive approach to care and work with our patients to identify the underlying causes of their neck pain and develop a holistic treatment plan to address them.
If you are experiencing neck pain, contact us today to learn more about how acupuncture therapy can help you find relief.
Shoulder pain and rotator cuff injuries class=”C9DxTc “> can be caused by:
Overuse
Repetitive motion
Injury
Degenerative conditions
These conditions can cause:
Pain
Stiffness
Limited mobility in the shoulder
making it difficult to perform daily activities.
Acupuncture can be an effective form of pain treatment for shoulder pain and rotator cuff injuries. Acupuncture can promote the body’s natural healing process for shoulder pain and rotator cuff injuries by inserting thin needles into specific points on the body, which can help to alleviate inflammation in the muscles of the shoulder. Helping stimulate blood flow to the affected area, providing nutrients and oxygen to support healing.
With regards to therapeutic exercises and the shoulder, it is important that the shoulder is not put through strenuous resistant training too early in recovery. If the muscles of the shoulder or rotator cuff are inflamed or in an over-contracted state, contracting those muscles may further worsen, rather than alleviate and resolve, the condition.
At White Raven Acupuncture, our licensed acupuncturist and pain specialist can develop a personalized treatment plan for pain treatment that incorporates acupuncture, massage and properly timed exercises. We take a holistic approach to care and work with our patients to identify the underlying causes of their condition.
If you are experiencing shoulder pain or have a rotator cuff injury, contact us today to learn more about how acupuncture therapy can help you.
Golfer’s elbow and tennis elbow are conditions that affect the tendons of the elbow and can cause:
Pain
Inflammation
Limited mobility
Golfer’s elbow, also known as medial epicondylitis, affects the tendons on the inside of the elbow, while tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, affects the tendons on the outside of the elbow.
Acupuncture therapy can be an effective form of treatment for golfer’s elbow and tennis elbow. Acupuncturist can help reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, and promote the body’s natural healing process. Acupuncture can also help release endorphins, providing relief from discomfort.
In addition to acupuncture, pain management modalities also include specific massage and manual therapy techniques which are often accompanied with the application of external herbal remedies. These herbal medicines help to promote increased circulation and anti-inflammatory responses to the affected tissue, thereby enhancing the effect of the pain treatment.
At White Raven Acupuncture, our licensed Acupuncturist can develop a personalized treatment plan for golfer’s elbow and tennis elbow that incorporates acupuncture, massage and herbal remedies. Taking a holistic approach to care and working with our patients to develop a comprehensive pain treatment plan to address them.
If you are experiencing golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow, contact us today to learn more about how acupuncture and herbal remedies can help you find relief and improve your overall quality of life.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that affects the hands and wrists, causing:
Pain
Numbness
Tingling sensations.
This condition is caused by pressure on the median nerve, which runs through a narrow passageway in the wrist known as the carpal tunnel.
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer an alternative medicine approach to treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome that incorporates both acupuncture class=”C9DxTc “>and therapeutic exercises. Acupuncture involves the use of fine needles that are inserted into specific acupuncture points along the affected areas to help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.
The natural pain-relieving effects of acupuncture therapy can provide a gentle and non-invasive solution for those seeking relief from the discomfort associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Common muscles involved in the condition of carpal tunnel syndrome can be released from over-contracted states so as to relieve the nerve from occlusion.
Furthermore, therapeutic exercises can also be effective in treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Forearm stretches
Pronation-supination exercises
Have pain-relieving results that can help to alleviate discomfort and promote healing
Our licensed acupuncturist and pain specialist work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. We take a whole-body approach to what may be contributing to the condition.
If you are experiencing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, contact us today to learn more about acupuncture and let us help you take the first step towards restoring health and relieving pain.
Hip pain and dysfunction are common conditions that can greatly impact an individual’s quality of life. Whether caused by:
Injury
Overuse
Age-related wear and tear
Hip pain can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and immobility.
Acupuncturists can establish effective pain treatments for hip pain and dysfunction. By inserting thin needles into specific acupuncture points, commonly referred to as trigger points and motor points, effective pain treatment can help reduce inflammation, promote healing in the affected area, and most importantly alleviate pain.
Therapeutic exercises and stretching routines can help to improve joint mobility and reduce stiffness. Many of these exercises and stretches are important in continuing proper form and function of the spine and hips and are often recommended to be practiced well beyond the point of recovery as preventative measures for potential aggravations or re-injury.
At White Raven Acupuncture, our licensed acupuncturist and pain specialist can develop a personalized pain treatment plan incorporating both acupuncture therapy and herbal remedies.
If you are experiencing hip pain or dysfunction, contact us today to learn more about how our pain specialist can help you find relief.
Knee pain can affect people of all ages and lifestyles. It can be caused by:
Injury
Overuse
Age-related factors
Diet
knee pain can be debilitating and greatly impact an individual’s daily routine.
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a holistic approach to treating, that incorporates acupuncture therapy, massage therapy and therapeutic exercises. Acupuncture offers natural pain-relieving effects and provides a gentle and non-invasive solution for those seeking relief from knee pain.
Herbal remedies can also be effective in treating knee pain. External herbal applications commonly used in this pain clinic include:
Tiger Balm
Zheng Gu Shui
Acupuncture pain specialist, Brian Downum L.Ac., works closely with patients to develop personalized pain treatment plans for knee pain, addressing not just the symptoms of knee pain but also any underlying causes that may be contributing to the condition.
If you are experiencing knee pain, contact us today to learn more about how our acupuncture therapy can help you find relief and improve your life.
Gynecological disorders encompass a wide range of conditions that affect the female reproductive system. Some common gynecological disorders include:
Menstrual disorders
Endometriosis
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Infertility.
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a holistic approach to treating gynecological disorders using both acupuncture therapy and herbal remedies. Acupuncturist and herbalist Brian Downum L.Ac., can provide treatment for gynecological disorders, helping to:
Regulate menstrual cycles
Reduce pain
Inflammation
Improve reproductive function
Acupuncture therapy class=”C9DxTc “> can also help to balance hormones and reduce stress levels, both of which can contribute to the development of gynecological disorders.
Herbal remedies can also be highly effective in treating gynecological disorders. Traditional Chinese herbs have been used for centuries to regulate menstrual cycles and improve reproductive function like:
Dang Gui
Bai Shao
Chuan Xiong
Additionally, supplements can also be beneficial for women with gynecological disorders like:
Omega-3 fatty acids
Vitamin D
Our licensed acupuncturist and herbalist and pain clinic specialist work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans for gynecological disorders. Taking a whole-body approach, underlying causes that may be contributing to the condition are addressed within the treatment plan established after a thorough evaluation of the patient..
If you are experiencing gynecological disorders, contact us today to learn more about how our Acupuncturist, herbalist and pain management specialist using holistic approaches can help you restore balance and harmony to your body, mind, and spirit, allowing you to live a healthier, happier life.
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing:
Widespread pain
Fatigue
This condition can greatly impact an individual’s daily life, making even the simplest tasks difficult to manage.
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a holistic approach to treating fibromyalgia that incorporates both acupuncture therapy and natural medicine. Acupuncture therapy can provide effective pain treatment for fibromyalgia, helping to:
Reduce pain and inflammation
Improve sleep quality
Alleviate stress and anxiety.
Acupuncture chronic pain control can also help to regulate the nervous system, which can be overstimulated in people with fibromyalgia.
Natural medicines can also be highly effective in treating fibromyalgia. Traditional Chinese herbs have been used for centuries to reduce pain, improve energy levels, and boost the immune system like:
Bai Shao
Huang Qi
Dang Gui.
Additionally, supplements like Magnesium and Vitamin D can also be beneficial for people with fibromyalgia.
Our licensed Acupuncturist, herbalist and pain clinic specialist work closely with patients to develop treatment plans for fibromyalgia, addressing not just the symptoms of fibromyalgia but also any cause contributing to the condition.
If you are experiencing fibromyalgia, contact us today to learn more about how our acupuncture therapy and herbal remedies can help you find relief and improve your overall quality of life.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a complex and debilitating condition that can greatly impact an individual’s. People with CFS experience:
Persistent fatigue
Joint pain
Headaches
Cognitive difficulties.
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a holistic approach to treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome providing acupuncture therapy and natural medicines. Acupuncture doctor is a breakthrough for pain treatment class=”C9DxTc “>for CFS, helping:
Boost energy levels
Reduce pain and inflammation
Alleviating stress and anxiety
Herbal remedies can also be highly effective in treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Traditional Chinese herbs like:
Huang Qi, Dang Shen, and Bai Zhu have been used for centuries to boost energy levels, improve immune function, and alleviate symptoms of fatigue. Additionally, supplements like Coenzyme Q10 and Vitamin B12 can also be beneficial for people with CFS.
Our licensed acupuncturist and herbalist work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans for CFS. We take a whole-body approach, addressing not just the symptoms of the condition but also any underlying causes that may be contributing to the fatigue.
If you are experiencing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, contact us today to learn more about how our Acupuncturist and herbalist can help you find relief and improve your overall quality of life. Our holistic approach to care can help you restore balance and harmony to your body, mind, and spirit.
Gastrointestinal disorders can greatly impact an individual’s quality of life, causing a range of uncomfortable and often painful symptoms like:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Acid reflux
Constipation
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a holistic approach to treating gastrointestinal disorders featuring acupuncture therapy and natural medicine. Acupuncture can be highly effective for pain treatment for these conditions, helping to:
Regulate digestive function
Reduce inflammation
Alleviate pain and discomfort.
Acupuncture can also help to alleviate stress and anxiety, which can often worsen symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders.
Herbal remedies can also be used in treating gastrointestinal disorders. Traditional Chinese herbs have been used for centuries to improve digestion like:
Dang Shen
Bai Zhu
Huang Qi
Additionally, probiotics and digestive enzymes can also be beneficial for people with these conditions.
Our licensed acupuncturist and herbalist work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans for gastrointestinal disorders. We take a whole-body approach, addressing symptoms.
If you are experiencing gastrointestinal disorders, contact us today to learn more about how our Acupuncture and herbal clinic can help you find relief and restore balance and harmony.
Dermatological diseases can be both physically painful and emotionally disturbing, causing a range of uncomfortable symptoms, as in:
Eczema
Psoriasis
Acne
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer acupuncture treatments for dermatological diseases, helping to reduce:
Inflammation
Boost immune function
Improve blood circulation
Traditional Chinese herbs have been used for centuries like:
Huang Qin
Cang Zhu
Gan Cao
Additionally, supplements like Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin D can also be beneficial for people with these conditions.
Our licensed Acupuncturist and herbalist work closely with patients to offer treatment plans for dermatological diseases, addressing the symptoms and root cause of the condition.
If you are experiencing dermatological diseases, contact us today to learn more about how our acupuncture therapy and herbal remedies can help you restore balance and harmony to your life.
Respiratory issues can be a source of significant discomfort and distress for individuals, affecting their ability to breathe. Conditions that can impact respiratory function include:
Asthma
Allergies
Respiratory Infections
Common Cold
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a holistic approach to treating respiratory issues that incorporates both acupuncture and herbal remedies helping to strengthen the immune system and reduce stress, both of which can contribute to respiratory issues.
Traditional Chinese herbs have been used for centuries to improve respiratory function, alleviate congestion, and reduce inflammation in the respiratory tract.
Ma Huang,
Xing Ren
Zi Wan
Additionally, supplements like Vitamin C and Magnesium can also be beneficial for people with respiratory issues.
Our licensed Acupuncturist and herbalist will develop personalized treatment plans for respiratory issues taking a whole-body approach, addressing the underlying causes that may be contributing to the respiratory issues.
If you are experiencing respiratory issues, contact us today to learn more about how our Acupuncture and herbal specialist can help you restore balance and harmony to your body, allowing you to breathe easier.
Mental-emotional disorders can be a complex and challenging condition to manage, affecting both an individual’s mental and physical well-being. At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer a comprehensive approach to the treatment of mental-emotional disorders that combines acupuncture, herbal remedies and counseling.
Acupuncture can be highly effective in addressing mental-emotional disorders by helping to regulate the body’s nervous system and promoting a sense of calm and relaxation. Specific acupuncture points can target the areas of the brain responsible for emotional regulation and can help to alleviate
Anxiety
Depression
Excessive Grief
Anger Patterning
Excessive Worry
Fear
Mental-emotional symptoms.
In conjunction with acupuncture, we also offer Traditional Chinese herbal formulas, such as:
Gan Mai Da Zao Tang
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
Which helps to harmonize the body with its emotions.
Our licensed Acupuncturist and herbalist work to develop plans that take into account patient needs and medical history. We believe that mental-emotional disorders require a holistic approach to treatment. By addressing the root cause and supporting the body’s natural healing processes.
If you are struggling with mental-emotional disorders, contact us today to learn more about how our holistic approach can help you find relief and restore harmony to life.
Plantar Fasciitis is a common condition that causes pain in the heel or arch of the foot. It occurs when a thick band of tissue that connects the heel to the toes, becomes inflamed or damaged by:
Overuse
Improper footwear
Obesity
At White Raven Acupuncture, we offer treatment for Plantar Fasciitis by combining dry needling acupuncture with massage therapy and corrective exercises. Acupuncture and massage can help to reduce inflammation and promote healing in the affected area, while therapeutic exercises and gait correction can help to strengthen the associated tissues and joints of the foot.
Acupuncture can help to increase blood flow to the affected area, reducing inflammation and promoting tissue repair.
Additionally, supplements like Calcium, Potassium and Magnesium can also be beneficial for people with Plantar Fasciitis.
Our holistic approach to care can help you restore balance and harmony to your body, mind, and spirit, allowing you to find relief from Plantar Fasciitis and live a more fulfilling life. Contact us today to learn more about how our Acupuncturist and pain specialist can help you.
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