Services

Koruko Massage

This is a body massage that combines:

• shiatsu-a type of acupressure massage;
• craniosacral therapy-a balancing hands-on technique that connects to the body’s energy;
• acupuncture-an option, in this instance, using needles in the scalp and ears;  
• polarity therapy-using a form of this therapy that balances the sides of the body.

 
All of these techniques are used in Koruko to stimulate, vitalize and balance all 12 major meridians or energy channels in the body. Koruko is given lying face up on a table being clothed to whatever degree you are comfortable. A similar back massage lying face down is also available.
 
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  Performance Enhancing Activating Koruko (PEAK)

This is the standard Koruko massage focusing on vitalizing the whole body and any physical problem or body area important to an upcoming performance.  It can be especially helpful for those about to engage in athletic competition, musical or dance performance or any physically demanding activity as well as any current or upcoming stressful situations. For a pre-performance boost, it is recommended that this massage be done the day before the event.  
 
     Balancing Energy Activating Massage (BEAM)

This is a general massage lasting an hour and a half that includes a front and back Koruko massage.  It is recommended for those having particular physical issues, chronic conditions, back problems, etc. It may require concentrating on one or more of the treatment modalities used in the Koruko description to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment, which might limit getting to both sides of the body. The therapeutic choices will be agreed upon during the time of your session. A BEAM massage is $120 for the session. Please specify this when making an appointment.
 

Naturopathy and Acupuncture

                               Naturopathic Medicine

As a naturopathic physician I specialize in using natural medicines to help balance the body's energy and allow it heal. I use a holistic approach to health by including  lifestyle habits as an important consideration in evaluating health problems. I firmly believe that a balance in body, mind and spirit are essential to our health and well-being.

Natural therapies are the mainstay of naturopathic medicine. These include herbs, vitamins, supplements, homeopathy, diet, nutrition, physical and resonance-based medicine.

                                       What to Expect

I will take a thorough history to identify imbalances that will help me in choosing the correct treatment. 

I then choose some appropriate natural therapy and will make recommendations to optimize your physical, mental/emotional and spiritual health.

Although I do not do obstetrics, gynecology, intravenous therapies or prescribe antibiotics unless absolutely necessary; I am a general practitioner who also does women’s health and some pediatrics.

Please call me to discuss your particular situation so I can determine whether seeing me would be the most appropriate course.  

               Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture

Acupuncture refers to the insertion of small disposable, sterilized needles through the skin into underlying tissues at specific points on the surface of the body.

Microcurrent therapy, a low-level electrical current similar to the body’s natural current, can be used either in conjunction with or to replace the use of acupuncture needles. It is used to balance the body’s energy especially in areas of pain, for wound healing, and in various external or internal symptoms.
 
Herbal formulas are often used in conjunction with  acupuncture and I may use herbal patches on an area of pain or injury.

Although I might use some Chinese herbal formulas I prefer using Western herbal tinctures because I am more confident of their potency and how they are sourced.
 
Other OM physical therapies include:

• Moxa (Mahk-sa) (a compressed herb stick)–burned as source of heat over an area;
  
• Cupping Therapy–suction cups used on a area of bare skin which may include moving the cups over the area,
• Guasha (Gwa-sha)–rubbing the skin with a specific tool used for that purpose,
  
• Electrical stimulation–as electroacupuncture or microcurrent therapy. Microcurrent therapy uses a current that is closer to the body’s own natural current or microamps while electroacupuncture is a little stronger using milliamps.                                                            

Other services

Craniosacral Therapy  
A hands-on energetic modality that connects with the energy in the body concentrating specifically on the cranium (head) and sacrum (spine) as well as sensing, moving and invigorating the energy in any area of the body. It can be used as a therapy in itself, as part of the Koruko massage or modified for the Bio-Energetic Evaluation.

Diet and Nutrition         
Individual diets and nutritional supplements are used to address deficiencies or sensitivities, treat disease processes, and promote health.  The benefits include increased energy, increased gastrointestinal function, improved immunity and general well being.
 
Botanical Medicine        
Botanical Medicine is a plant-based medicine using teas, tinctures-extracts made using alcohol or glycerine, capsules and other forms of herbal preparations to assist the body in recovering from illness, mediating pain  and vitalizing the body.
 
Homeopathic Medicine
Homeopathy uses minute amounts of natural substances (plant, animal, mineral)  to stimulate the body’s innate ability to heal.  Homeopathy can be a powerful tool alone or in conjunction with other therapies and can affect healing on a physical as well as on the emotional and spiritual levels.
 
Physical Medicine           
This includes the use of various hands-on techniques such as massage; eg Koruko, spinal manipulation and/or the application of liniments, various types of electrical stimulation, as well as hydrotherapy, therapeutic ultrasound and heating lamps for treating musculoskeletal  problems.  Hydrotherapy refers to the use of hot and cold-water applications to improve circulation and stimulate the immune system.