Qisheng Guan LI AC. , O.M.D
Acupuncturist
894 Olympia ave. ventura ca, 93004About
Dr. Qisheng Guan is a licensed acupuncturist, master of Chinese herbal medicine, and a graduate of Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Pharmacology. Dr. Guan has more than 30 years ...
Education and Training
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Degree of Medicine 1979
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Qisheng Guan LI AC. , O.M.D's Expert Contributions
What should you do after an acupuncture session?
If you can get a couple of hours rest, that would be good. READ MORE
Should I drink water after acupuncture?
Yes, if you feel like it. But not a necessary procedure. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with chronic pain?
Yes, but the effects will differ whether it is a physical or mental pain. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with migraines?
Yes, effects vary READ MORE
Does acupuncture relieve arthritis pain?
Yes, of course. Not only relieve, but can gradually and clinically cure it. READ MORE
Can I do electroacupuncture if I have titanium plates?
Titanium is electrically conductive, so electric stimulation cannot go through the place with titanium or evening close to the place with titanium. Also, it depends on how important to use electric acupuncture for your condition. By the way, electric stimulation with titanium plates is not considered electric acupuncture (no needle involved). READ MORE
Should I consider acupuncture for anemia?
Yes, you can try acupuncture for your anemia. Acupuncture is not aimed for boosting your iron, but to improve your metabolism, improve your digestion and absorption, as a result to treat your anemia. Also very important: 1. Chinese herbal supplements are very successful for this, so finding a good doctor who has a good background with Chinese herbs is another important choice. 2. improving your diet is very necessary, too. READ MORE
Will acupuncture help my knee pain?
Yes, acupuncture is one of the important choice for knee pain. Taking pills is never a good idea, because it may only relieve the symptom but not treat the problem. READ MORE
When should I get acupuncture treatment for fertility?
it depends. Infertility is related to different reasons, so you and your husband need a complete analysis before acupuncture (or herbal combination) is given. READ MORE
Is an achy feeling normal in acupuncture?
Yes, it is very normal to have an acupuncture treatment, specially when you get a "regular normal" Chinese acupuncture for pains. This sensation can last a couple of hours to one or two days, depending on the body constitution and previous administration of pain killers. READ MORE
How can acupuncture help my lower back pain?
If you go to an acupuncturist, he/she will be able to explain how acupuncture works. Tuina (Chinese medical massage), cupping, and acupuncture are all good for it. READ MORE
My son has awful shoulder pain. How can I help him?
9 year old kid are growing quickly and may have some joint pains, but your son's should pains may come from injury from sports, and that will take time to heal. Besides resting, Acupuncture, cupping and Chinese Tuina (medical massage) will be very helpful for speeding up the healing, shorten the recovery time. READ MORE
Should I go for dry needling or acupuncture?
Definitely, you should go to a person who has knowledge of Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Dry needling is given by somebody legally allowed to do acupuncture, but they do not know about the acupuncture system and combination of points. It's like going to somebody who's totally blind with this science. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help in treating my enlarged uterus?
Not quite sure about this. Personally, I think an enlarged uterus may produce more hormones, which may influence metabolism, but you should find other reasons which may have an influence on your weight. READ MORE
Can acupuncture aid in autoimmune diseases?
Acupuncture together with Chinese herbal medicine will be able to handle this pretty well, but need regular treatments. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with the cold?
Yes, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and Chinese herbs are good ways to help treat colds, alleviate symptoms, shorten the duration, and recover sooner. READ MORE
Does acupuncture require other medicines to be effective?
Not really. Acupuncture works effectively alone on many medical conditions. Also, acupuncture does not work against any other therapies. If combined nicely/wisely with other treatments, patients will get the most benefits. READ MORE
I have arthritis, and I'm considering acupuncture. Will it help?
Yes, acupuncture is one of the first treatment patients will go to in China. It will work best if the patients can follow the treatments for awhile, not just one try. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with TMJ?
Yes, definitely READ MORE
Can acupuncture treat chronic fatigue syndrome?
My answer is yes. But the effects depend on how you treat and how often you can get treated. Acupuncture is a natural treatment without taking any medicine, so regular treatments are needed. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Acupressure, Acupuncture, Cupping And More
Professional Memberships
- UAA, United Acupuncture Association
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