Roxene Bates DOM LAc ADS

Acupuncturist

40 West Cache Valley Blvd Suite 8A Logan UT, 84341 Show map

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Roxene Z. Bates is a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, certified through the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She holds professional licenses for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Utah and California and is an AcuDetox Specialist certified through the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association. She is also a clinically trained practitioner of the Mei Zen™ cosmetic acupuncture system. Graduating Summa Cum Laude, Roxene received her medical training from Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine, a 5 year post baccalaureate graduate college, including advanced training with UCLA’s Center for East-West Medicine, which integrated contemporary Western Medicine with traditional Eastern Medicine paradigms. Her internships included the Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center, Venice Family Clinic, Being Alive HIV Clinic in Los Angeles and AcuDetox Centers in New Mexico, along with clinical rounds at Emperor's Acupuncture Clinic and Los Angeles area hospitals. A native of Cache Valley, Roxene is an avid skier, snowboarder, flight instructor and retired airline captain.

Education and Training

Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine Master of Traditional Oriental Medicine 2015

Board Certification

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

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Does acupuncture reduce inflammation?
Yes, acupuncture can reduce inflammation. Researchers have discovered how it works. Laboratory controlled scientific investigations, a key biological marker has been identified, quantified, and directly correlated with the application of acupuncture. Acupuncture successfully down regulates a proinflammatory biochemical (tumor necrosis factor alpha), which results in anti-inflammatory responses. In addition, the researchers have mapped the neural pathways by which acupuncture signaling stimulates anti-inflammatory effects. A few of the research articles are listed below. With advanced scientific tools, we can just now, begin to discover how this modality creates healing response. *HD Lim et al., “Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Acupuncture Stimulation via the Vagus Nerve,” PloS one. 11, no. 3 (March 19, 2016), accessed February 3, 2017, pp 4-5. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26991319 * *Zhang, Ruixin, Lixing Lao, Ke Ren, and Brian M. Berman. "Mechanisms of acupuncture–electroacupuncture on persistent pain." The Journal of the American Society of Anesthesiologists 120, no. 2 (2014): 482-503.* READ MORE
Is there evidence that acupuncture works?
Yes, acupuncture can reduce pain and inflammation. Researchers have discovered how it works. Laboratory controlled scientific investigations, a key biological marker has been identified, quantified, and directly correlated with the application of acupuncture. Acupuncture successfully down regulates a proinflammatory biochemical (tumor necrosis factor alpha), which results in anti-inflammatory responses. In addition, the researchers have mapped the neural pathways by which acupuncture signaling stimulates anti-inflammatory effects. A few of the research articles are listed below. With advanced scientific tools, we can just now, begin to discover how this modality creates a healing response. *HD Lim et al., “Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Acupuncture Stimulation via the Vagus Nerve,” PloS one. 11, no. 3 (March 19, 2016), accessed February 3, 2017, pp 4-5. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26991319 * *Zhang, Ruixin, Lixing Lao, Ke Ren, and Brian M. Berman. "Mechanisms of acupuncture–electroacupuncture on persistent pain." The Journal of the American Society of Anesthesiologists 120, no. 2 (2014): 482-503.* READ MORE
Does acupuncture help with depression?
Yes! Acupuncture can be very effective in reducing the severity of depression given alone or in conjunction with medication. The experience of acupuncture is, for most people, quite pleasant and relaxing, which can help with depression. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with migraines?
Yes, acupuncture may help. People who have received traditional acupuncture (acupuncture given by a practitioner trained in the traditional Asian medicine) for the relief of migraine headaches, continued to report reduction in migraine days and intensity several months after their treatments. In traditional Asian medicine (Chinese, Japanese, Ayurvedic), the personalized diagnosis is of great importance in creating the treatment protocol. READ MORE
When should you get acupuncture for fertility?
To increase your and your husband's fertility, it is best to start as soon as possible with your acupuncture treatments. Your licensed acupuncturist or doctor of Oriental Medicine will create a treatment protocol based on each health situation. READ MORE
I take blood thinners regularly. Is acupuncture dangerous for me?
In clinical practice, acupuncture therapy administered by a well-trained, licensed acupuncturist or physician to patients taking anticoagulant medication is relatively safe, as these practitioners are trained with regard to the anatomy of the human body and safe treatment techniques in long, formal education sessions to avoid severe adverse events. Because it is necessary to investigate your particular situation in regards to the medication(s), it is best to search out these trained practitioners and have a consultation. READ MORE
Do you need a diagnosis to get acupuncture?
Yes, acupuncture, along with other traditional Asian medical resources, can help mediate pain. By diagnosis, I believe you mean a contemporary medical. READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe?
Acupuncture can be very effective in pain management and is known to be safe when done by a fully trained health care professional. Your licensed health care practitioner needs to do a thorough history, to help identify the cause of the pain and to rule out conditions which would require other medical interactions. READ MORE
How often does acupuncture cause bacterial infections?
Bacterial infections from acupuncture are not common. Practitioners of Oriental Medicine in the U.S. are required to follow clean needle and clean clinic procedures by following the same requirements as western medical practitioners or clinics. For hand pain, it is not necessary to have acupuncture in that area. There are other distal acupuncture areas that would also be effective. READ MORE
Where are the acupuncture points for fertility?
There are various acupuncture points to address fertility. Your acupuncturist or Oriental Medical Doctor will chose them based on your individual situation. READ MORE
Are acupuncture needles reused?
In the USA, acupuncture needles are sterile, single use and governed by the FDA and Acupuncture License Laws. They are not to be reused! READ MORE
When should I get acupuncture treatment for fertility?
As each situation is very individual and in order to assess and diagnose issues in "preparing the palace," the best time is start soon with a consultation. READ MORE
How often should I go for acupuncture?
Depending what you are also doing in between your acupuncture sessions, I would suggest at least every other week so the treatments can help reduce the chronic pain for longer periods of time. As long as you are also doing other helpful things recommended by your practitioner. READ MORE
Can more than one condition be treated in an acupuncture session?
Even though acupuncture may be stimulating a response in one area, it also may create a stimulation in other areas of pain. Yes, it is possible acupuncture can work in several areas at each treatment. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with the cold?
Yes, acupuncture can help with moderating the effects of cold and flu virus. Best to boost the immune system continually, to ward off getting the pathogens. This can be assisted via a diet that incorporates the energetic properties of foods based on your individual constitution. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help in treating my enlarged uterus?
It is best first to get a diagnosis via an OB/GYN to rule out any possible underlying issues. READ MORE
My son has awful shoulder pain. How can I help him?
X-rays do not show soft tissue damage. I would suggest an MRI and a blood panel to rule out any bacterial or bursa issues. An orthopedic MD would help with this. Depending on the outcome of this diagnosis, Traditional Oriental Medicine has many tools to help recovery. READ MORE
How can acupuncture help my lower back pain?
Acupuncture, acupressure, Tui Na (type of massage), or gentle cupping (applying light suction to help move stagnant fluids) addresses the recovery by improving the circulation in the low back easing pain. READ MORE
Is there an acupuncture treatment for weight gain?
There is not a standard acupuncture treatment per se, for weight gain. To help you gain weight we first need to find the reason(s) you are unable to gain weight. Is there illness, medicines, psychological, physical activity, appetite or other possible problems. Many underlying issues can be mediated with acupuncture and then weight gain is possible. READ MORE
Can acupunture decrease my body weight?
Yes, acupuncture can assist in helping one reduce weight. Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture demonstrate efficacy in promoting weight loss and body mass index (BMI) improvements. Research reveals important synergistic actions. Adding acupuncture to exercise and dietary therapy significantly prevents weight rebounding. Adding acupuncture to aerobic exercise and dietary therapy also improves weight loss, abdominal adipose tissue reduction, BMI reduction and serum leptin level reduction. The overall reason(s) of difficulty in reducing weight must be investigated. Traditional Asian medicine can help with that discovery also. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Acupuncture Injection Therapy, Pediatric thru Geriatric health issues, Detoxification and Addictions Therapies, Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture, Individualized Herbal Formulations