Julia Simonton

Hello and Thank you for your question. Acupuncture is beneficial in treating all kinds of back pain. In the case of herniated discs, relieving the inflammation and pressure on the discs dramatically decreases the pain locally and reduces compression on the surrounding nerves. Needles are placed near the area of herniation to promote healthy blood flow, diminishing inflammation and promoting healing and pain relief. At your first treatment session, we create a comprehensive treatment plan specific to your injury, pain level, tolerance for lying on the table, etc. to enable you to receive the best care possible, including whatever modalities best suit you. For example, electro-stimulation of the needles, cupping, massage and gua she, as well as infra-red heat, hot pads and topical liniments and herbal plasters might also be recommended additions to your acupuncture treatment. Your ability to lie comfortably for treatment will continue to improve and help you regain your functionality and range of motion while minimizing the need for oral pain relievers.

Hello and Thank you for your question. Anxiety is looked at in our medicine as excessive Fire rising upward and disturbing the Shen (Heart-Spirit). It is often accompanied by cold extremities, especially the feet and possibly red face and heat sensations in the chest and face. The goal of Chinese Medicine is to re-establish balance in the body and mind, which in itself is very relaxing. Often patients coming in with different complaints are surprised at how relaxed they are and some even fall asleep during their treatment. While acupuncture alone can effectively reduce anxiety symptoms, acupuncture paired with customized herbal formulas can help retain this balance between treatments. Please feel free to reach to us in the office at 858-450-0620 to speak to one of our practitioners for more information, or you can always take a look at our website at myacupuncturist.com <http://myacupuncturist.com/>. Thank you again and wishing you Peace, Love and Light, Julie Simonton, L. Ac. Clinic Director Acupuncture Center of La Jolla 8950 Villa La Jolla Dr Suite B-129 La Jolla, CA 92037 You can also Follow us on Instagram @aclj_acupuncture

Hello and thank you for reaching out. I am so sorry you are experiencing this and while I would love to help you with your symptoms, I think your OB/GYN is the best person to confirm whether you are miscarrying. You could try to take a home pregnancy test, but it might still be negative if miscarriage is happening. I have many questions, but rather than list them here, I am happy to talk with you, if you would like to call our office. I am working through Saturday this week, but could also call you back from home if needed. Our clinic phone is 858-450-0620. Sending Love and Healing Light, Julie Simonton Clinic Director Acupuncture Center of La Jolla

Hello, and thank you for your question. There can be many causes for Ear aches and many types of Ear symptoms. Chronic conditions usually take more time for significant change, but often some relief can be experienced even after the first few treatments. Acupuncture and Herbal medicine can effectively treat many ear conditions utilizing acupuncture, acupressure, topical liniments, moist heat therapy and even massage. I have so many questions around the history, including origin, location, type of pain sensation, as well as treatments already tried and their results. Please contact my office for a phone consultation and to schedule an appointment with myself or =

Hello and thank you for your question! There are many different causes for knee pain from acute or repetitive trauma to the joint to arthritis, meniscus tears, or even bone.

Hi there and thank you for your question. My answer depends on how severe your pain is and how long you have been experiencing it. Initially, I would recommend once or twice a week to start, then decrease frequency as your symptoms improve to weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, etc. to minimize recurrence/flare ups until you are symptom-free and can move to a maintenance plan (coming back only if symptoms return).

Hello and thank you for your question. Acupuncture and Herbal remedies are especially helpful when begun prior to the beginning of allergy season, but can also help in the acute stage. Typically, we treat 1-2 times/month leading up to prime allergy season with a focus on strengthening the immune system and relaxing the auto-immune response typically pushing the excess histamine reaction. We have herbal formulas for each phase of the allergy symptom cycle to avoid and manage symptoms throughout the allergy and flu seasons. Please feel free to check out our website at www.myacupuncturist.com <http://www.myacupuncturist.com/> for more information or call our office to speak to one of our acupuncturists or to set up your appointment. Wishing you good health, Julie Simonton, L. Ac. Clinic Director Acupuncture Center of La Jolla 858-450-0620

Hello and thank you for your question. Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine can greatly reduce the frequency and severity of headaches. As there are so many different causes and types of headaches, we would create a treatment plan specifically for you, based upon your needs. Please feel free to contact us at 858-450-0620 and/or check us out on www.myacupuncturist.com <http://www.myacupuncturist.com/> In Good Health, Julie Simonton, L.Ac. Clinic Director Acupuncture Center of La Jolla

Hello and thank you for your question. Allergic Rhinitis may be treated very successfully with a combination of acupuncture and herbal remedies. If this is a chronic seasonal issue, it may also be prevented by getting treatments prior to the allergy season. This is very successful when done 3-6 weeks prior on a weekly basis. Wishing you good health, Julie Simonton, L. Ac. Clinic Director Acupuncture Center of La Jolla 858-450-0620