Treatment

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a very effective and safe ancient Chinese technique based on the theory and practice of Chinese Medicine.

Introduction

Acupuncture is an element of alternative medicine which works by stimulating specific points within the body (acupoints) using techniques such as needling, and cupping (moxibustion) to rebalance the flow of energy (Qi) through the body's energy channels (meridians). Qi is said to circulate around the body via 14 meridians and there are thousands of acupoints located along the different meridians, all of which are associated with specific organs. An acupuncturist works on the principle that disease is the result of unbalanced or blocked Qi within various parts of the body. When the flow of Qi is restored, the body can heal itself.

Ten to 15 million Americans every year use acupuncture for treatment of allergies, asthma, arthritis, bladder and kidney problems, bronchitis, constipation, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, colds, fatigue, flu, gynecologic disorders, headaches, high blood pressure, migraines, paralysis, PMS, sciatica, sexual dysfunction, smoking, stress, stroke, tendonitis, and vision problems.

The following benefits of Acupuncture are supported by research:

• Acupuncture harmonizes the body without chemical or secondary effects
• It strengthens the immune system
• It helps to prevent illness and promotes the recovery of health
• It increases circulation of Qi and blood that is impaired by chronic illness
• It promotes the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killer
• It balances the Mind, Body, and Spirit

In her practice Dr. Yakovleva uses several ancient and modern techniques based on the principles of Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine. Several are described below.

Auriculotherapy

Dr. Yakovleva uses Auriculotherapy, a system of ear acupuncture. It is a form of alternative medicine based on the idea that the ear is a microsystem, meaning that the entire body is represented on the auricle, the outer portion of the ear. It is an integrated system of Chinese and Western practices of acupuncture.

Korean Su Jok Acupuncture

Dr. Yakovleva incorporates Korean Su Jok tradition in her acupuncture practice. In Korean, "Su Jok" means "hand and foot." The advantage of this system is its simplicity, safety and efficiency. In Su Jok, practitioners concentrate on the patient's hands and feet to influence the whole body and treat diseases. Su Jok Acupuncture stimulates the hands and feet with various medical instruments such as needles, moxa, stimulators, seeds, lasers, and finger pressure.

Using a unique combination of ancient techniques and advanced alternative methods, Dr. Yakovleva has developed many disease-specific treatments. These combination treatments have been widely used in her practice. Dr. Yakovleva firmly believes in tailoring all treatment regimens to each individual's needs.

Dr. Yakovleva's regimens include treatments for the following disorders:

1. Migraine, stress, insomnia, depression, and anxiety

Hans-Christoph Diener, a neurologist at the University of Duisburg-Essen in Germany stated that "Acupuncture is as effective as drug treatment for the prophylaxis of migraine." This sentiment is echoed by many of Dr. Yakovleva's patients who find this treatment both effective and pleasant.

2. Respiratory Disorders

Dr. Yakovleva has developed a new treatment regimen to prevent asthma attacks. She uses acupuncture to treat emphysema, bronchitis, allergies, sinusitis, laryngitis, cough, as well as the common cold and flu.

3. Circulatory Disorders

Dr. Yakovleva has effectively treated patients with hypertension, anemia, arteriosclerosis, and angina pectoris. Of her patients with long-term hypertension, 85% report decreasing their routine blood pressure medication dosage, while 15% report that they no longer require medication for blood pressure control.

4. Musculoskeletal and Neurological Disorders

Dr. Yakovleva has effectively treated spasms, tendonitis, torticollis, RSD, Carpal Tunnel, musculoskeletal weakness, rheumatism, arthritis, as well as lower back, neck, and shoulder pain.

5. Gastrointestinal Disorders

Dr. Yakovleva has successfully treated patients for peptic ulcers, constipation, chronic diarrhea, gastrointestinal weakness, indigestion, anorexia, gastritis, colitis, Crohn's disease, bloating, vomiting, and food allergies.

6. Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is an intestinal disorder causing a variety of symptoms, which may include cramping, abdominal pain, gas, bloating, and irregular bowels. Some people with IBS have diarrhea with frequent loose stools, while others have constipation, causing infrequent bowel movements that are difficult to pass. Still other IBS patients suffer from alternating diarrhea and constipation. Symptoms are frequently triggered by stress, emotional factors, or the ingestion of food. Most of Dr. Yakovleva's patients who have suffered from IBS report improvement in IBS symptoms after first treatment.

7. Urogenital Disorders

Dr. Yakovleva has had success in treating such disorders as prostatitis, stress incontinence, hesitancy, urinary tract infections, and sexual dysfunction.

8. Gynecological Disorders

Dr. Yakovleva has effectively treated painful menstruation, infertility in both men and women, and menopause-associated discomfort.

9. Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders

In her practice, patients with some types of partial deafness, decreased vision, glaucoma, tinnitus, and vertigo reported improvement after Dr. Yakovleva's treatment.