“Dr. Du’s work has provided me with quick relief with two recent problems, lower back pain and a severe pulled groin. In both instances his skills helped my body recover faster and with no drugs or surgery. I feel fortunate that he is in our area and in the case where I needed quick help, his second office was worth the extra time to get there.”
John G.
City of Sunrise | Via Google Review
ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBAL MEDICINE
Comprehensive Modalities
Dr. Du, a Licensed Acupuncture Physician (A.P.) and Certified Herbalist, is dedicated to guiding your health path. He employs a comprehensive range of supportive techniques rooted in traditional Chinese medical concepts and modern Eastern modalities. His practice focuses on discovering patterns of disharmony and symptoms to help improve the body's natural state, promoting the maintenance and lasting restoration of your health.
Precision Acupuncture:
Gentle, Effective Care
Acupuncture involves the precise analysis of symptoms and personalized care utilizing sterile, hair-thin needles to regulate the body's energy and encourage natural self-improvement. It is a powerful, non-pharmacological way to address pain, reduce inflammation, and calm the nervous system. The insertion of needles at specific points influences the body's communication pathways, promoting the maintenance and restoration of internal balance.
FAQ: Safety and Sessions
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Acupuncture should not hurt. The needles used are sterile and hair-thin—significantly finer than those used for injections. Most patients feel only a very slight pinch upon insertion, followed by a sensation of deep pressure, warmth, or tingling. Many find the experience profoundly relaxing and often fall asleep during their session.
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Varies by visit type:
Initial Session: Your first visit is typically 90 minutes total, which includes a comprehensive Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) assessment.
Follow-Up Sessions: Standard sessions last 50–60 minutes, including about 20–30 minutes dedicated to comfortable rest with the needles.
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Yes, acupuncture is generally safe and often highly beneficial during pregnancy for issues like morning sickness, fatigue, and pain. However, you must inform Dr. Du immediately if you are pregnant or trying to conceive, as he strictly avoids certain points that are contraindicated during various trimesters.
Herbal Medicine: Custom Formulas
Dr. Du prescribes personalized, custom-compounded, plant-based formulas tailored specifically to the patient's unique patterns of disharmony. This approach works internally to correct deep-seated imbalances, reinforcing the body's innate ability to restore balance. These formulas are used to nourish, balance, and support internal organ systems for long-term vitality.
FAQ: Herbal Safety
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Our service is highly personalized. Dr. Du's formulas are custom-compounded using a synergistic blend of many different plant materials based on your unique traditional diagnosis. Store-bought supplements typically contain a single ingredient and are not tailored to your specific energetic pattern.
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Yes, they are safe when prescribed by a Certified Herbalist. Dr. Du meticulously reviews your full list of medications and supplements during your consultation to ensure there are absolutely no harmful interactions. Your safety and compliance with Western medications are always our priority.
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The duration varies based on the condition. For acute issues, you might take the formula for a few weeks. For deep-seated, chronic patterns of disharmony, care may require several months of consistent use to achieve lasting restoration. Dr. Du will determine your timeline during your consultation.
Integrated Supporting Techniques
Tui Na: Therapeutic bodywork utilizing rhythmic pressure and deep manipulation to relieve tension, realign musculoskeletal structure, and restore joint mobility. Tui Na is highly effective for localized pain and orthopedic concerns.
Cupping Therapy: A method where suction is applied to the skin using glass cups. This technique draws blood flow to the surface, relieving deep muscle tension, and encouraging the release of stagnation and toxins.
Moxibustion (Moxa): Gentle heat therapy using mugwort applied near specific acupoints to warm the channels, stimulate circulation, and support areas that need internal strengthening.
FAQ: Integrated Techniques
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Yes, cupping often leaves circular marks on the skin, but they are not bruises in the traditional sense. They are the result of stagnation and blood flow being brought to the surface. The process itself is generally not painful and often feels like a deep massage. The marks typically fade within 3 to 7 days.
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Tui Na is more than relaxation; it is therapeutic bodywork used to correct imbalances. It involves deep tissue manipulation, rhythmic pressure, and joint mobilization specific to Chinese Medicine. Dr. Du uses it to relieve specific pain points and restore musculoskeletal balance.
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Moxibustion is a gentle process that feels like penetrating warmth. The burning herb (moxa) is held near the skin but does not touch it. Patients often find the subtle heat highly comforting and effective for issues related to coldness, circulation, or general weakness.
Beyond Modalities
A Focus on Systemic Balance
At Acupuncture and Chinese Medical Center, we understand that true wellness is the result of harmony, not a single therapy. Dr. Du utilizes the synergy of Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, and Adjunctive Therapies to address the entire system, encouraging your body’s powerful, innate capacity for self-improvement and lasting health restoration.