Bluegrass Chinese Medicine

read moreWhat makes my acupuncture treatments different than the rest? People ask me all of the time, "is this acupuncture or is this Serene?" 1. Pulse Reading. As I'm taking your pulse, I am able to intuitively feel and listen into the pulse. I have the scientific background of pulsery but also use my intuition to help me diagnose symptoms of my patients. 2. Depth of Needles. Most Classical Acupuncturist only work with the superficial qi, which means the needles are applied superficially on the skin. I, however, go into the muscle of the body, depending on the patient.

read moreIn general, Serene will first ask about the patient's chief complaint, and will then offer a diagnosis of the state of the entire body based on a careful reading of the pulses and an observation of the surfaces of the ears. The patient's blood pressure will be taken. Diet, lifestyle, and all current medications are considered in light of this initial diagnosis. Serene will discuss the patient's primary concern, diagnoses given by other health healthcare providers and the patient's medical history from a Chinese medical perspective - often suggesting complementary integrative approaches.

read moreThis perspective may overlap with the understanding of a particular condition in Western medicine, or it may differ significantly. We help patients to understand how treatments and recommendations based on Chinese medicine may resolve complaints, cure disease, or improve the overall functioning and well-being. Not only is acupuncture clinically effective, but it also is generally relaxing, calming and energizing.