Awakening Acupuncture embodies the Chinese medical philosophy of looking at the body as an integrated system, finding where it is out of balance or in disease.  Focus is on helping patients restore a natural equilibrium, thus resolving physical symptoms. Patients can expect to receive a thorough initial intake, followed by an acupuncture and or bodywork treatment. In addition to the use of acupuncture needles, Stuart often uses Moxibustion to enhance the treatment. Moxibustion is the burning of the leaf of the mugwort plant. In addition to heating the surface of the skin, clinical studies in China have shown it’s ability to nourish the internal organs, promote circulation and relax the mind.

At the completion of the acupuncture session, when appropriate, patients will receive an herbal formula to take home and drink in the form of a tea throughout the week. Most Herbal formulations consist of 10 to 15 individual herbs mixed together to elicit an inherent synergistic relationship, which enhances the herbs ability to target certain areas in the body. Herbs can be used to reduce pain, drain excess, nourish deficiency and expel external pathogenic influences.

Stuart believes that we all have the ability to heal ourselves from what ever ails us. He feels that it is his job to help facilitate that process with his clients. As Dr LI Xin and the classical Chinese Texts have taught him, the first Doctor is you, the patient. For more information or questions concerning your health needs please contact him at 303-495-3003.