Ana Valderrama LAc

Auriculotherapy is a healing modality that makes use of points localized in the outer ear to promote physiological equilibrium. The ear holds a microsystem of the body. Points in the ear can be used to treat particular areas of the body and to regulate various bodily functions. Practitioners commonly needle strategic points in the ear during acupuncture session to enhance outcomes. Another common use of auriculotherapy consists of applying tiny bandage stickers which hold see...ds or metal pellets on specific points that may be stimulated by patients at home, extending the therapeutic care beyond sessions. It can be used to support healing of various illnesses and is very efficient in soothing the nervous system, and therefore in treating insomnia, anxiety and stress. See more

Gua sha is an ancient technique that consists of scraping the skin with a smooth-edge tool made of stone, horn or sometimes synthetic material in modern days. The practitioner applies massage oil to the skin and scrapes it with short or long strokes until a red discoloration, called sha, appears. The therapy increases blood flow to the affected area by stimulating microcirculation of the tissues. Gua sha is a unique technique that promotes healing by allowing the body an oppo...rtunity to disperse stagnant energy and reduce local inflammation, both present in conditions like acute and chronic pain. Gua sha is a safe therapy which is not supposed to be painful, though in most cases, temporarily changes the color of the skin in the affected area. Gua sha is most commonly used for pain in the back, neck, legs and arms, but has also shown efficacy in treating common colds, migraines, insomnia and many other conditions. See more

Cupping is a technique that has been used for thousand of years in various cultures around the world. It consists of creating a vacuum inside the vessel (usually unique glass cups) which, when placed against the skin create suction. This suction draws congested blood to the surface where the body can more easily decongest and detox. Therefore, cupping restores the body's natural flow by breaking up blockages. The marks left in the body after a cupping session may vary accord...ing to the body's level of congestion. There may be some discomfort involved in the treatments, but cupping is for the most part a pain-free therapy which offers immediate relief. It is commonly used for back and neck pain, skin diseases, migraines, immune system improvement, upper and lower respiratory tract infections and constipation among many other conditions. Cupping can be performed in children, adults and the elderly The intensity of the treatment will be customized to the patients constitution. See more

Moxibustion (moxa) is a technique that has been used in Tradicional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. The technique consists of the burning of artemesia vulgaris or ai ye in Chinese (mugwort) to facilitate healing. Moxibustion strengthens the blood, stimulate the flow of Qi and promotes general health. Moxa can be applied indirectly or directly to acupuncture points and meridians and it offers a pleasant heating sensation that penetrates deep into the body.

Acupuncture is a milenar healing art that consist of specific points stimulation through the insertion of extremely thin needles into the skin. Acupuncture is painless for the most part. The beauty of acupuncture is that it treats the patient rather than the illness. It is very popular for pain management and control, but also beneficial for anxiety, depression, insomnia, infertility, digestive issues, autoimmune disorders and many others.

Back to school immune support spray - DIY Aromatherapy is an efficient and pleasant way to support and enhance immunity. Essential Oils are extracted from different parts of different plants and not just have incredible smells but also enhance mind-body wellness I keep a spray bottle in my purse and spray this blend on my kids every day at drop off and pick up. We call it the magic spray.... 1 2 oz spray bottle 5 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil 5 drops of Lemon Essential Oil 5 drops of Clove Essential Oil 5 drops of Cinnamon Essential Oil 5 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil 5 drops of Lavender Essential Oil 2 drops of Frankincense Essential Oil Fill the bottle with distilled or purified water Enjoy! #lifestyle#natural medicine#essentialoils#acupuncture#naturalhealing#sandiego#hilcrest#bankershill#hilcreast#missionhills#downtown#littleitaly

felling grateful! What a great way to start the weekend! #patientmessages

Auriculotherapy is a healing modality that makes use of points localized in the outer ear to promote physiological equilibrium. The ear holds a microsystem of the body. Points in the ear can be used to treat particular areas of the body and to regulate various bodily functions. Practitioners commonly needle strategic points in the ear during acupuncture session to enhance outcomes. Another common use of auriculotherapy consists of applying tiny bandage stickers which hold see...ds or metal pellets on specific points that may be stimulated by patients at home, extending the therapeutic care beyond sessions. It can be used to support healing of various illnesses and is very efficient in soothing the nervous system, and therefore in treating insomnia, anxiety and stress. See more

Gua sha is an ancient technique that consists of scraping the skin with a smooth-edge tool made of stone, horn or sometimes synthetic material in modern days. The practitioner applies massage oil to the skin and scrapes it with short or long strokes until a red discoloration, called sha, appears. The therapy increases blood flow to the affected area by stimulating microcirculation of the tissues. Gua sha is a unique technique that promotes healing by allowing the body an oppo...rtunity to disperse stagnant energy and reduce local inflammation, both present in conditions like acute and chronic pain. Gua sha is a safe therapy which is not supposed to be painful, though in most cases, temporarily changes the color of the skin in the affected area. Gua sha is most commonly used for pain in the back, neck, legs and arms, but has also shown efficacy in treating common colds, migraines, insomnia and many other conditions. See more

Cupping is a technique that has been used for thousand of years in various cultures around the world. It consists of creating a vacuum inside the vessel (usually unique glass cups) which, when placed against the skin create suction. This suction draws congested blood to the surface where the body can more easily decongest and detox. Therefore, cupping restores the body's natural flow by breaking up blockages. The marks left in the body after a cupping session may vary accord...ing to the body's level of congestion. There may be some discomfort involved in the treatments, but cupping is for the most part a pain-free therapy which offers immediate relief. It is commonly used for back and neck pain, skin diseases, migraines, immune system improvement, upper and lower respiratory tract infections and constipation among many other conditions. Cupping can be performed in children, adults and the elderly The intensity of the treatment will be customized to the patients constitution. See more

Moxibustion (moxa) is a technique that has been used in Tradicional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. The technique consists of the burning of artemesia vulgaris or ai ye in Chinese (mugwort) to facilitate healing. Moxibustion strengthens the blood, stimulate the flow of Qi and promotes general health. Moxa can be applied indirectly or directly to acupuncture points and meridians and it offers a pleasant heating sensation that penetrates deep into the body.

Acupuncture is a milenar healing art that consist of specific points stimulation through the insertion of extremely thin needles into the skin. Acupuncture is painless for the most part. The beauty of acupuncture is that it treats the patient rather than the illness. It is very popular for pain management and control, but also beneficial for anxiety, depression, insomnia, infertility, digestive issues, autoimmune disorders and many others.

Back to school immune support spray - DIY Aromatherapy is an efficient and pleasant way to support and enhance immunity. Essential Oils are extracted from different parts of different plants and not just have incredible smells but also enhance mind-body wellness I keep a spray bottle in my purse and spray this blend on my kids every day at drop off and pick up. We call it the magic spray.... 1 2 oz spray bottle 5 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil 5 drops of Lemon Essential Oil 5 drops of Clove Essential Oil 5 drops of Cinnamon Essential Oil 5 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil 5 drops of Lavender Essential Oil 2 drops of Frankincense Essential Oil Fill the bottle with distilled or purified water Enjoy! #lifestyle#natural medicine#essentialoils#acupuncture#naturalhealing#sandiego#hilcrest#bankershill#hilcreast#missionhills#downtown#littleitaly

felling grateful! What a great way to start the weekend! #patientmessages

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Important to know. https://www.yahoo.com//third-leading-cause-death-america-1

Acupuncture and autism. http://www.scmp.com//scalp-acupuncture-helps-autistic-chil

Our very great concern, Grandjean and Landrigan wrote, is that children worldwide are being exposed to unrecognized toxic chemicals that are silently eroding intelligence, disrupting behaviors, truncating future achievements and damaging societies.

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