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Mrs. Rebecca Kitzerow, LAC
Acupuncturist
Rebecca Kitzerow is an acupuncturist practicing in La Center, WA. Dr. Kitzerow 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. Kitzerow treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
19 years
Experience
Mrs. Rebecca Kitzerow, LAC
- La Center, WA
- OR College of Oriental Medicin
- Accepting new patients
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Can acupuncture help the flu?
Absolutely, acupuncture is excellent for cold and flu issues. Chinese medicine has a very sophisticated multi stage view of how colds and flus develop and progress with unique READ MORE
Absolutely, acupuncture is excellent for cold and flu issues. Chinese medicine has a very sophisticated multi stage view of how colds and flus develop and progress with unique methods for treating at every stage. Great question!
Rebecca M H Kitzerow, LAc
Rebecca M H Kitzerow, LAc
What are the acupuncture points for anxiety?
As a holistic treatment, acupuncture balances the body as a whole to treat imbalances that manifest with specific symptoms. For anxiety, there aren't specific individual points READ MORE
As a holistic treatment, acupuncture balances the body as a whole to treat imbalances that manifest with specific symptoms. For anxiety, there aren't specific individual points - it depends on the underlying energetic factors that lead to anxiety in your specific case. I can tell you that they would mostly be knees and elbows below, and perhaps in the pinna (shell area) of the ear.
I hope that helps!
Rebecca
I hope that helps!
Rebecca
Where is the pressure point on your leg?
There is no single pressure point on your leg, there are 6 energetic meridians in Chinese medicine (12 in Japanese Shiatsu) with over a hundred different points to choose from READ MORE
There is no single pressure point on your leg, there are 6 energetic meridians in Chinese medicine (12 in Japanese Shiatsu) with over a hundred different points to choose from - what would be appropriate for you depends on your specific maladies and constitution. Basically, your legs (like all of your body) are covered in them.
What are the acupuncture points for insomnia?
There are no specific or individual points for insomnia. Acupuncture as part of Chinese medicine treats the individual person and the individual pattern that balances their body READ MORE
There are no specific or individual points for insomnia. Acupuncture as part of Chinese medicine treats the individual person and the individual pattern that balances their body to resolve their ailments. The points that would treat insomnia for you would be different for the points that would treat someone else.
What is ear acupuncture good for?
In Chinese Medicine the ear is a microcosm of the body with hundreds of acupoints in it, so you can actually treat ANYTHING through ear (or auricular) acupuncture alone. 9 times READ MORE
In Chinese Medicine the ear is a microcosm of the body with hundreds of acupoints in it, so you can actually treat ANYTHING through ear (or auricular) acupuncture alone. 9 times out of 10, however it is used for smoking cessation/the symptoms of withdrawal as well as any type of stress (mental, emotional, physical) using a protocol called "5NP" or 5 Needle Protocol. Ear acupuncture is also used in "battlefield acupuncture" by the military for pain control.
Where is the acupuncture point for nausea?
One of the most common acupoints for nausea is on the medial aspect of the wrist, called Pericardium 6, but there is no single point for any single thing in Chinese medicine. For READ MORE
One of the most common acupoints for nausea is on the medial aspect of the wrist, called Pericardium 6, but there is no single point for any single thing in Chinese medicine. For each patient, the energetic cause for the symptom is unique, therefore the combination of points required to correct or balance it is also unique and it is rare that just one point will suffice.
What pressure point makes you fall asleep instantly?
There are no pressure points that make you fall asleep instantly that is a myth.
Can acupressure help knee pain?
Yes, acupressure can absolutely help with knee pain though in my experience, acupuncture is far superior to acupressure in knee pain cases.
Does acupuncture help mental illness?
Yes, Acupuncture can be helpful and stabilizing in cases of mental illness, but it is always recommended to also work with a therapist and/or a psychiatrist depending on the severity READ MORE
Yes, Acupuncture can be helpful and stabilizing in cases of mental illness, but it is always recommended to also work with a therapist and/or a psychiatrist depending on the severity of the issue.
Can acupuncture help weak legs?
Yes! Acupuncture can be very helpful for weakness and wasting.
How quickly does acupuncture work?
Most people feel the effects of acupuncture immediately after treatment, but any individual treatment can take 24-48 hours to wear in on a case by case basis. Acupuncture also READ MORE
Most people feel the effects of acupuncture immediately after treatment, but any individual treatment can take 24-48 hours to wear in on a case by case basis. Acupuncture also has a cumulative effect and a course or series of treatments is usually required to maximize results.
Can you ingest small amounts of essential oils?
Yes, you can ingest small amounts of many essential oils safely, but not all essential oils are appropriate for that. DoTerra has a good blog post to answer some of those questions: READ MORE
Yes, you can ingest small amounts of many essential oils safely, but not all essential oils are appropriate for that. DoTerra has a good blog post to answer some of those questions: https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/healthy-living-reasons-to-use-oils-internally
Does acupuncture help nerve pain?
Yes, Acupuncture can absolutely help nerve pain. Depending on how long you have been suffering and how severe the issue is can impact how effective it is in your individual case, READ MORE
Yes, Acupuncture can absolutely help nerve pain. Depending on how long you have been suffering and how severe the issue is can impact how effective it is in your individual case, but Acupuncture can be very helpful - yes.
Does acupuncture help getting pregnant?
Yes! Acupuncture can definitely help you get pregnant and has been well researched for fertility and in particular, for helping IVF treatments be more successful.
Does acupuncture cure male infertility?
Acupuncture can definitely help with male infertility as well. In some cases, it can be a cure, in other cases, it can help to be sure, but there is no guarantee that it could READ MORE
Acupuncture can definitely help with male infertility as well. In some cases, it can be a cure, in other cases, it can help to be sure, but there is no guarantee that it could cure that problem. It always depends on your specific malady, how severe it is, how long you have been suffering, and how well you respond to acupuncture. Essentially, we have to try for a while to see how it works for you, but it's a great modality that can definitely help!
When should you do acupuncture for fertility?
As soon as you're thinking about, you should get it! Acupuncture has a cumulative effect so the more you do leading up to trying to get pregnant, the better.
Can acupuncture help with concussions?
Yes, Acupuncture can definitely help with concussions and concussion recovery.
Can acupressure reduce blood pressure?
Yes! Acupuncture can help to reduce blood pressure.
Is acupuncture effective for carpal tunnel?
Yes! Acupuncture can be very transformative for carpal tunnel syndrome - good choice!
Do you get immediate relief from acupuncture?
That depends, and is a very good question. If you have pain, you usually have some immediate relief, but acupuncture is a natural treatment and it takes time - a cumulative effect READ MORE
That depends, and is a very good question. If you have pain, you usually have some immediate relief, but acupuncture is a natural treatment and it takes time - a cumulative effect - to get the maximum relief. So, it usually takes a series of treatments to get where you want to go and you should have *some* relief that stacks with each session.
