Driftwood Acupuncture & Wellness

A few of the treatment modalities one can find under the ‘Traditional Chinese Medicine’ umbrella. Every treatment is patient specific and customized to best suit their needs. Common goal: get better and stay healthy! Lovely Illustration by @kanpobliss ... #tcm #traditionalchinesemedicine #acupuncture #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #herbalmedicine #guasha #tuina #grastontechnique #integrativemedicine

So true! Sometimes, we need to address the things we carry in our hearts and in our minds before looking elsewhere for healing. Acupuncture can help calm you and your mind down as you start your introspective journey. #healing #healingjourney #takecareofyourself #quietyourmind #soulsearching #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth #lookinside #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #sfacupuncturist #driftwoodacupuncture #zen

Be kind and forgive yourself when you fall short of the impossibly high bar you’ve set for yourself. No need to dwell on what you did or didn’t do. Just move on and pick up where you left off. Can’t do anything to change the past. All you’ve got is today, tomorrow and the rest of your life to make up for it. So enjoy the moment! Illustration @caloriestherapy ... #bekindtoyourself #letgo #letgoandgrow #moveon #health #healthylifestyle #healthyattitude #positivevibes #positivity #selfcare #selfcaretips #driftwoodacupuncture

A few healthy modifications we could all make from time to time for healthier living. #health #healthylifestyle #healthyhabits #smallchangesbigresults #motivation #motivationmonday #aternativemedicine #acupuncture #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #driftwoodacupuncture #sf

Some tools and ideas to manage your anxiety and take your mind off things that are troubling you for a while. Activities that engage our senses and minds can lower stress levels and boost the production of ‘happy’ hormones to reset your mindset. Illustration by @justgirlproject ... #stressrelief #anxiety #anxietyrelief #stressmanagement #relax #relaxation #selfcare #funactivities #moodbooster #sfacupuncturist #sfacupuncture #driftwoodacupuncture #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

We do a lot for others, and it’s often taken for granted...so just putting it out there... Take a moment to acknowledge and thank all the caretakers and caregivers out there. Whether it’s your mom, dad, family member, the hired help, your medical team or whoever it might be in your Life. Thank you for all that you do #gratitude #thankful #caregiver #caregiversupport #caretaker #helpers ... #love #support #supportnetwork See more

Like the saying goes: ‘Tell me who your friends are and I will tell you who you are’. Surrounding yourself with people who will encourage you, inspire you, lift you up but who will also tell you the truth is so important. Nurture those relationships and let go of the unfulfilling ones. #selfcare #selflove #friends #relationships #uplifting #upliftingquotes #driftwoodacupuncture #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist

A few tips to encourage you to take a break this holiday season. Illustration by @journey_to_wellness_ #alternative #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #driftwoodacupuncture

Trying to ignore our mental well-being can have unexpected consequences that can affect our daily lives. Stress, anxiety and long standing emotional issues do not just disappear. They need to be addressed sooner or later, so reach out to a therapist, your acupuncturist or primary care MD before issues become chronic situations. #acupuncture #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #alternativemedicine #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #wellness #wellnessjourney #driftwoodacupuncture

Gentle reminders of things we might forget to do as our days unfold. Hydrate, stretch, move and eat... #selfcare #takecareofyourself #takeabreak #breathe #movementismedicine #alternative #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #sfacupuncturist #driftwoodacupuncture illustration by @thingsmadebyzulaikha

We are all guilty of waiting just a bit too long to see if we can work through pain instead of getting it addressed when it arises. The sooner one gets an acupuncture treatment after new pain manifests in the body or after an injury, the faster the recovery. The longer one waits increases the likelihood of pain becoming chronic. Illustration by @deannacarellacupuncture #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #pain #painfreeliving

So true! Thanks for this, @deannacarellacupuncture One woman doing it all, one patient at a time... #acupuncture #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #alternativemedicine #womanownedbusiness #smallbusinessowner

The new year and all of the expectations, resolutions, fears, etc associated with it can bring out some hidden anxieties. So, take a step back and see what triggers you and maybe one of the hints on this chart can help you manage them. Illustration courtesy of @maisiesghost ... #acupuncture #acupuncturist #sfacupuncturist #selfcare #anxiety #anxietyawareness #anxietyrelief

If you take any of the following medications, then make sure to boost your vitamin and mineral intake accordingly to avoid nutritional deficiencies in your body. #supplementsthatwork #supplements #health #stayhealthy #nutrition #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sfacupuncturist Repost from @dr.shawngreenan @fullscript

A good night’s sleep is essential to let our bodies recover and heal. Here are a few tips and ideas to help improve your sleep and have a good bed time routine courtesy of @recommondo #sleep #sleeptherapy #bettersleep #sleephygene #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #acupunturist #sfacupuncturist

As we turn a new leaf, I am wishing everyone nothing but the best! Be kind to yourself and to others. Take good care of your body and of your mind. Happy 2021!! ... #happynewyear #driftwoodacupuncture #bekind #bekindtoyourself #bekindalways #selfcare #selflove

Listen to your body when it is letting you know that things aren’t going as smoothly as you think. From episodic insomnia, to poor digestion, being more emotional than normal, to lack of motivation, etc...burnout is real. So pay attention !! Acupuncture is a great way to de-stress and take care of your body and your nervous system. Illustration by @maisiesghost ... #burnout #burnoutprevention #burnoutprevention #selfcare #selflove #self #listentoyourbody #listentoyourself #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist

We all know that chronic stress can wreck havoc on our bodies and our minds. It’s is the cause of many dysfunctions . So, make sure to take note and address your stress before it becomes chronic. Acupuncture is a great way to take the first step towards a calmer and zen’er’ you! Illustration by @latibulecounseling #stress #stressrelief #stressmanagement #destress #becool #zen #chill #breathe #breatheinbreatheout #sfacupuncturist #acupunctureworks #acupuncture

Some great stretches and explanations of what the added health benefits are for each one of them!

Not sure if you’ve got cold, flu or Covid-19 symptoms? Read this and see the small differences between the three. When in doubt, call your doctor or go get tested.

Didn’t get to move as much as you would have liked to? Ate too much? Here are a few easy ways to move and lose calories. Illustration by @recommondo #exercise #exercisemotivation #exercising #movementismedicine #health #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #loseweightnow #acupuncture #acupunctureworks

One of the things I love about Traditional Chinese Medicine, is that every single diagnosis and treatment is always unique to each patient. The treatment plan is therefore also always individualized to best suit a persons needs #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist #chinesemedicine #chinesemedicinepractitioner #tcm #acupuncture #acupuncturist #acupunctureworks #herbalmedicine #herbs

Face mapping has been around for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese medicine. Your overall health and some underlying issues can show on particular areas of the face. Getting acupuncture or taking herbal medicine can help resolve them and consequently improve the appearance of your face. Illustration by @kpcherbs #tcm #chinesemedicine #chinesemedicineworks #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #alternative #alternativemedicine #sfacupuncture #sfacupuncturist

Simple enough yet why can’t we take better care of ourselves? Because we tend to prioritize everyone and everything ahead of ourselves. BUT, in the long run, it depletes us and makes us resentful...so...try and make time for yourself so you can be the best YOU that you can be. Small steps- big rewards... #selfcare #selflove #bekindtoyourself #health #healthyliving #healthisadailypractice #alternative #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #sfacupuncturist

Yes, one can actually control how much mucus our bodies produce by controlling what we eat and making some slight changes. #mucus #mucusfree #diet #food #health #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #alternative #alternativemedicine #sfacupuncture

I often get asked what the best sources of plant based iron are. Don’t forget to add a squeeze of lemon (Vit C) to increase its absorption. Here’s a handy chart by @nutritionstripped #nutrition #health #healthyliving #healthylifestyle #healthyfoods #iron #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sfacupuncturist

A friendly reminder that the foods on this list belong to the ‘dirty dozen’. That means that they are the foods that get sprayed by the most chemicals and pesticides. So if nothing else, these are the foods you should buy as ORGANIC. Chart courtesy of @holisticali #nutrition #organic #health #healthyfood #healthyliving #healthylife #alternative #alternativehealing #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sfacupuncturist

If a person responds to ketamine, it can rapidly reduce suicidality (life-threatening thoughts and acts) and relieve other serious symptoms of depression. Keta...mine can also be effective for treating depression combined with anxiety. (Harvard Health Blog) https://www.health.harvard.edu//ketamine-for-major-depress https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S089662731930114X #ptsd #ptsdrecovery #ptsdawareness #depressionhelp #depression #anxietyrelief #anxietysupport #painrelief #suicideprevention #suicideawareness #chronicpain #chronicpainrelief #chronicillness #lymedisease #lymesdisease #rheumatoidarthritis #holisticmedicine #chronicdisease #neurodivergent #neuroplasticity #neurodiversity

Some good reasons to be proud of yourself or of someone you know. #beproudofyourself #proud #beproud #selflove #selflovejourney #loveyourself

These 12 foods have a low calorie count and will keep you feeling full. Chart by @thoresenfitness #nutrition #healthyfood #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #alternativemedicine #vegetables #eatinghealthy #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sanfranciscoacupuncturist

Bored with plain water ? Add a few beneficial foods like mint , lemon or ginger for added benefits. Credit @caloriestherapy #nutrition #food #foodismedicine #health #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #hydration #behealthy #stayhealthy #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sfacupuncturist

Lovely chart by @sumbu.official to illustrate what hormones get released by doing what. Tap into them to manage your moods and enhance your happiness. #hormones #hormonehealth #hormonesupport #happy #happylife #happyliving #destress #behappy #selfcare #alternative #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #sf #sfacupuncturist

Throughout time and across various cultures, alternating between hot and cold showers or baths has been shown to improve circulation and offer various health benefits. @starathletes_ #health #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #alternative #alternativemedicine #acupuncture #acupuncturist #acupunctureworks #sf #sfacupuncturist

Excellent information about Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's.