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Daisy Dong, L. AC. CMD

Acupuncturist

Dr. Daisy Dong L. AC. CMD is a top Acupuncturist in Denver, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Daisy Dong L. AC. CMD is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Daisy Dong L. AC. CMD is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Daisy Dong L. AC. CMD is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Denver, CO, Dr. Daisy Dong L. AC. CMD is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
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40 years Experience
Daisy Dong, L. AC. CMD
Specializes in:
  • Acupuncture
  • Denver, CO
  • Beijing College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

My wife has no drive for sex. Will acupuncture be able to help at all?

Low libido is related to sex hormone insufficiency. Your wife should check with her GYN doctor first. Acupuncture + Chinese herbal medicine will help some.

Can acupuncture improve sleep?

Yes, acupuncture works in your brain, which modulates your neurotransmitters/chemicals in the brain to balance your sleep patterns.

How can acupuncture help in treating my loud cough?

Acupuncture helps a cough, generally. My experience for your type of the cough needs to review your current Rx with your pharmacy or pharmacist. Some prescriptions can trigger READ MORE
Acupuncture helps a cough, generally. My experience for your type of the cough needs to review your current Rx with your pharmacy or pharmacist. Some prescriptions can trigger an uncommon cough.

Is there an acupuncture treatment for treating back aches too?

Back pain is #1 condition to be treated by acupuncture, according to NIH.

My mother in law feels very sleepy all through the day. Can acupuncture help her?

Acupuncture can support kidney functions or reduce renal inflammation. Usually, acupuncture needs some time to act among elderly people. I typically recommend six visits first READ MORE
Acupuncture can support kidney functions or reduce renal inflammation. Usually, acupuncture needs some time to act among elderly people. I typically recommend six visits first to see how she reacts to acupuncture and then decide afterward.

Should acupuncture be a long term thing?

No.

Is acupuncture recommended for skin conditions like eczema?

Acupuncture has limited efficacy for eczema and dry skin. In this case, we provide oral herbal medicine, too. The skin conditions herbal medicine shows more effective than the READ MORE
Acupuncture has limited efficacy for eczema and dry skin. In this case, we provide oral herbal medicine, too. The skin conditions herbal medicine shows more effective than the needling alone. The cause of the eczema is very critical in our treatment.

Are medicines also involved in acupuncture treatment?

If herbal medicine works better than acupuncture or works better with acupuncture, I will prescribe herbal medicine.

Is it advisable to take acupuncture treatment along with normal medication?

Acupuncture triggers the recipient's brain (animal and human) to release natural substances to "balance" the internal problems in the body. Pharmaceutical substances are usually READ MORE
Acupuncture triggers the recipient's brain (animal and human) to release natural substances to "balance" the internal problems in the body. Pharmaceutical substances are usually synthetic delivering via the mouth, bloodstream or rectal to intervene in the internal illness.

Can acupuncture help in treating diabetes?

Acupuncture does not lower your sugar level. However, acupuncture is good at dealing with diabetes associated symptoms.

Can acupuncture treat my digestive disorders?

Acupuncture for digestive disorders is underrated. It means that acupuncture works well with GI issues. Sometimes, we will add Chinese herbal medicine depending on the severity READ MORE
Acupuncture for digestive disorders is underrated. It means that acupuncture works well with GI issues. Sometimes, we will add Chinese herbal medicine depending on the severity of conditions.

Thank you for the question.

Dr. Daisy Dong

Are acupressure and acupuncture the same?

Acupuncture = point + needle in.
Acupressure = point + pressure.

Thank you for your question.
Dr. Daisy Dong

Is there a cure for acute arthritis in acupuncture?

Arthritis is inflammation in the joint(s). Depending on the cause/etiology, it can be cured or not. Acupuncture as many Rx, it will reduce inflammation and strengthen tendons or READ MORE
Arthritis is inflammation in the joint(s). Depending on the cause/etiology, it can be cured or not. Acupuncture as many Rx, it will reduce inflammation and strengthen tendons or tissues around the joint(s). It is an effective therapeutic modality. Cure or not depend on some factors.

Can acupuncture help treat thyroid imbalance?

Thyroid malfunction required herbal medicine as well as acupuncture treatment together. It is common cases in our clinic.

Can acupuncture really help with hair loss?

If you lost the entire hair due to Rx treatment or illness, we restore the functions of the body; hair will re-grow. If it is caused by a genetic reason, sorry. It lost patches READ MORE
If you lost the entire hair due to Rx treatment or illness, we restore the functions of the body; hair will re-grow. If it is caused by a genetic reason, sorry. It lost patches due to stress or illness, yes, I have successfully treated a few.

I have a migraine problem. Should I see an acupuncturist?

Migraine treatment with acupuncture is different from the migraine Rx. It emphasizes the triggers of the migraine headaches and prevention of a migraine. As a result, I am very READ MORE
Migraine treatment with acupuncture is different from the migraine Rx. It emphasizes the triggers of the migraine headaches and prevention of a migraine. As a result, I am very successful with these types of patients.

Does acupuncture work for anxiety?

Yes, acupuncture triggers the neurotransmitters in the brain to release chemicals that act as synthetic Rx do to reduce anxiety and/or depression. However, each person presents READ MORE
Yes, acupuncture triggers the neurotransmitters in the brain to release chemicals that act as synthetic Rx do to reduce anxiety and/or depression. However, each person presents different response. It means it takes various visits. In general, after two sessions, a person will feel some improvement. We usually recommend 6 visits.

Can acupuncture help in treating GERD?

Acupuncture works well for GERD if it is combined with oral herbal Rx.

I have headaches frequently. Can acupuncture treatment help?

A headache is usually one of the symptoms of a disorder/disease. Acupuncture will work well if we could identify the underlying issue(s).

Can an acupuncturist help me with my GERD?

Chinese herbal medicine is beneficial. It works differently from PPIs or other pharmaceuticals. We had patients become asymptomatic in years.