When clients ask about natural options for hereditary hair thinning, TCM Practitioner Gavin Larsen highlights that effective care is rarely just one thing. In his Vancouver practice, he uses an integrated approach, combining acupuncture, targeted herbs, and practical lifestyle support, to address both the visible signs and underlying drivers of hair loss. A small study on a TCM herbal formula offers early, encouraging evidence, but Gavin’s focus remains on personalized, multi-layered care that helps create the conditions for healthier, more resilient hair over time.

Winter dryness is more than a surface-level skin issue. While moisturizers help, Traditional Chinese Medicine views dry, tight, or flaky skin as a sign of deeper internal imbalance. In this blog, Registered TCM Practitioner and Acupuncturist Mimi Wang explains why winter skin needs support beyond topical products, how different patterns of imbalance contribute to dryness, and practical ways to nourish your skin from the inside out.

Research shows that acupuncture is a safe, effective treatment for sciatica, offering significant pain reduction, improved function, and long-term results with minimal side effects. If you’re looking for a holistic, evidence-informed way to move with less pain, acupuncture may be the solution.

Acupuncture isn’t just for relieving back or muscle pain — it can also support mental health, sleep, and overall wellbeing. By addressing both physical symptoms and the stress, fatigue, or low mood that often accompany them, acupuncture offers a holistic path to feeling like yourself again.

Managing high cholesterol isn’t just about the numbers. Learn how TCM and holistic nutrition target root causes to support lasting, heart-healthy change.

Some medication side effects don’t go away—and can impact your health long after stopping the drug. Acupuncture offers a natural, supportive approach to help the body recover and regain balance.

Learn how the Zero Trimester Diet can boost fertility naturally with nutrient-dense foods, TCM principles, and hormone-supportive nutrition tips.

If you wake up with jaw pain or tension headaches, you’re not alone. Jaw clenching and bruxism are common—especially in high-stress cities like Vancouver. If you’re looking to ditch the mouthguards and painkillers, acupuncture offers lasting relief by relaxing tight muscles and calming the nervous system.

If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you know how disruptive they can be. Instead of relying solely on antihistamines for temporary relief, acupuncture offers a natural, holistic way to address the root causes of allergies and support long-term immune balance.

Ever felt persistently fatigued, experienced unexplained swelling, or struggled with skin problems that are difficult to clear? Your lymphatic system could be the culprit. Learn more!

Discover how acupuncture relieves migraines and neck pain by targeting neurological and muscular triggers. Learn about new research and treatment benefits.

Exercise-induced fatigue can happen to anyone. Luckily, Traditional Chinese Medicine is showing great promise as an effective, natural solution to alleviate its effects.

Struggling with low back pain? Sports acupuncture is an evidence-based treatment offering natural, effective relief. Discover proven techniques and tips for recovery in this blog!

Microneedling and Cosmetic Acupuncture are two popular treatments with unique benefits for skin improvement. Discover which one aligns best with your skincare and wellness goals.

If you've been feeling a little burnt out lately, you're not alone. Discover the science behind this drop of energy and learn how to overcome it - With a bonus Anti-Burnout Congee Recipe inside!

When my grandma began having difficulty gripping her teapot, it was clear she needed a solution to regain her hand strength and joint flexibility. Fortunately, I was able to offer her targeted acupuncture treatments using the Ba Xie points.

With the annual wildfire season in full swing, maintaining lung health has never been more critical. Luckily, acupuncture can help you breathe a little easier.

Plantar fasciitis, a common and often debilitating condition, causes heel pain and discomfort along the arch of the foot. Integrating acupuncture and gua sha provides fast relief and can promote full recovery. Learn more!

Whether you're an athlete or simply someone looking to enhance your physical well-being, this specialized treatment modality provides a powerful tool for pain relief, muscle activation, improved posture, range of motion and recovery.