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Bonnie B. McLean

Acupuncturist

Bonnie B. McLean is an acupuncturist practicing in Gulf Breeze, FL. Dr. McLean evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points and nerves is how Dr. McLean treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
Bonnie B. McLean
  • Gulf Breeze, FL
  • Accepting new patients

Is there a pressure point to relieve gas?

Colon 4 located between the thumb and index finger in the web.

Can acupuncture help with thyroid problems?

It can help balance the body including the endocrine glands.

Is Acupuncture good for stomach problems?

I find it helpful for stomach problems.

Is acupressure good for neck pain?

Yes - a combination of acupressure and massage.

What pressure point relieves stress?

Spirit Gate (Shen Men) located on your wrist crease on the little finger side inside your tendon.

What are the pressure points in your foot?

There are many. Get a chart for reflexology.

Can acupuncture help your vision?

I don't make claims that it can do that.

Can acupuncture cure cataracts?

No, not by me anyway

Can acupuncture help with ear problems?

It can be helpful in conjunction with allopathic medicine such as medications.

Where is the pressure point for ear pain?

You can massage your ear lobe and behind your ear lobe.

Can you get an infection from acupuncture?

In the U.S. acupuncturists have to use sterile disposable needles by law. But any time the skin is pierced there is always a possibility of infection.

Can you ingest small amounts of essential oils?

I don't. I have read that some people think it's safe for certain ones. But you need to talk to an expert to find out what they are.

Does acupuncture help nausea?

Yes it can help nausea.

Where is the acupuncture point for nausea?

Two of your thumb breaths from your wrist crease between the two tendons.

Can acupuncture help skin rashes?

Skin rashes are complicated and need a thorough evaluation by an allergist, naturopathic physician, or functional medicine practitioner to find out what is causing the rashes.

Do pressure points really work?

You are your own best decision maker about this. Do some trial and error on yourself.

What are the pressure points to relieve anxiety?

Shen men ( Spirit Gate). See above for location.

What pressure point makes you fall asleep instantly?

I don't know any that can make you fall asleep instantly.

Can acupuncture cure sweaty hands and feet?

In Chinese Medicine sweaty hands and feet would be considered an imbalance in the body called an imbalance in the yang energy and excess heat. Chinese Medicine is designed to READ MORE
In Chinese Medicine sweaty hands and feet would be considered an imbalance in the body called an imbalance in the yang energy and excess heat. Chinese Medicine is designed to bring the body back into it's own balance. There are treatments to correct the underlying imbalance that is causing the sweaty hands and feet.