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Your treatment plan at Ritual Acupuncture begins with us understanding your unique needs, and addressing the fundamental elements of wellness that help balance and guide our recommendations.

What are you struggling with?

Whether it is pain, stress, low mood, fertility problems, side effects of cancer treatments, or something else, we can help you. We guide everyday health and healing with personalized treatment plans for a wide variety of health conditions. Read on for more about the conditions that we help patients overcome. These are the major focus areas our team can help you with, but if you don’t see what you’re struggling with listed here, don’t be discouraged – get in touch.

Acute sports injuries are sudden injuries that occur during physical activities or sports. These injuries typically result from a specific traumatic event, such as a fall, collision, or sudden twist, leading to damage to muscles, ligaments, bones, or joints. Common examples include sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, and contusions. Symptoms of acute sports injuries can range from immediate pain, swelling, and bruising to a limited range of motion and an inability to bear weight on the affected area. Prompt and appropriate treatment, often involving rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), is crucial for minimizing damage and promoting recovery. In some cases, medical evaluation and intervention, such as physical therapy or surgery, may be necessary to ensure proper healing and prevent long-term complications.

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Anxiety and stress are emotional and physiological responses to perceived threats or challenging situations. Stress is a broad term that encompasses the body’s reaction to any demand or pressure, whether physical, mental, or emotional. It can be triggered by various factors, such as work deadlines, financial concerns, or personal relationships, and often results in symptoms like increased heart rate, muscle tension, and irritability.

Anxiety, while often related to stress, is more specifically characterized by feelings of apprehension, worry, or fear about future events or uncertain outcomes. It can manifest as physical symptoms, including restlessness, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and sleep disturbances. While occasional anxiety and stress are normal and can even be motivating, chronic or excessive anxiety and stress can lead to significant impairments in daily functioning and overall well-being. Effective management strategies include lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise, healthy eating, and adequate sleep, as well as mindfulness practices, therapy, and, in some cases, medication.

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Depression is a common mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities. It can significantly impair daily functioning, affecting sleep, appetite, energy levels, and concentration. Symptoms may include fatigue, feelings of worthlessness or guilt, and thoughts of death or suicide. Depression can arise from a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise and healthy eating, which can help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being.

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Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that affects the body’s ability to regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels. There are two main types: Type 1 diabetes, where the body’s immune system attacks insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, and Type 2 diabetes, which occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin. Common symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, extreme fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. Over time, uncontrolled diabetes can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, kidney failure, nerve damage, and vision problems. Management of diabetes involves monitoring blood sugar levels, adhering to a healthy diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and taking medications or insulin therapy as prescribed. Early detection and effective management are crucial for preventing complications and maintaining a good quality of life.

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Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a condition where patients experience neurological symptoms that cannot be explained by traditional medical or neurological diseases. These symptoms are real and can include a wide range of issues such as motor dysfunction (weakness, tremors, abnormal movements), sensory symptoms (numbness, tingling), and non-epileptic seizures. Unlike neurological disorders caused by structural damage or disease in the nervous system, FND symptoms are thought to arise from a problem with the nervous system’s functioning rather than its structure.

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Whether you’re ready to conceive or are simply looking to take your fertility options into your own hands, this treatment helps with:

  • Optimizing and regulating hormones
  • Irregularities with menstrual cycle including PCOS, endometriosis, anovulation, dysmenorrhea
  • Low AMH
  • Pain during intercourse

From structural abnormalities to priceless peace of mind, our fertility treatment for men pairs seamlessly with traditional infertility treatments to assist with:

  • Energy, libido, and stress support
  • Low sperm volume
  • Abnormalities in sperm quality
  • Erectile Dysfunction

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Are you experiencing chronic pain, joint stiffness, fatigue? Have you had mood issues like anxiety or depression? Do you suffer from insomnia, GERD, frequent infections, insulin resistance, back pain, chest pain, unexplained muscle aches, or skin rashes?

Chronic, low-grade inflammation can turn into a variety of diseases over time. But recovery and feeling your best again is not out of reach. Our inflammation treatment regimen will help you:

  • Find the source of your inflammation through functional lab testing.
  • Get you on the path to feeling your best again.

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Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing non-restorative sleep despite adequate opportunities for rest. This condition can lead to daytime impairment, including fatigue, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and decreased performance in daily activities. Insomnia can be acute, lasting a few days to weeks, often triggered by stress or significant life changes, or chronic, persisting for months or longer.

Various factors can contribute to insomnia, including psychological issues like anxiety and depression, medical conditions such as chronic pain or respiratory problems, lifestyle habits like irregular sleep schedules or excessive caffeine consumption, and environmental factors such as noise or uncomfortable sleeping conditions. Treatment typically involves identifying and addressing underlying causes, practicing good sleep hygiene, cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), and, in some cases, medication. Effective management aims to improve sleep quality, duration, and overall well-being.

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Migraines are intense headaches characterized by throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. These attacks can last from hours to days and significantly impact daily life. Some people experience an “aura” before a migraine, including visual disturbances or tingling.

The exact cause is unclear, but migraines are thought to result from genetic, environmental, and neurological factors. Common triggers include stress, certain foods, hormonal changes, and sensory stimuli. Treatment involves lifestyle changes to avoid triggers, medications for symptom relief, and preventive treatments to reduce attack frequency and severity. Non-drug approaches like stress management and regular exercise also help manage migraines effectively.

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Are you experiencing chronic or acute pain? Does it feel like you need pain killers to accomplish everyday activities?

Having an improved sense of physical (and emotional) well-being is possible. Our pain management treatment provides:

  • Improvement in acute musculoskeletal pain, low back pain, headaches, and joint & arthritis pain
  • Chronic pain management
  • An integrative approach to reduction of opioid medication

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Vagus nerve dysfunction refers to abnormalities in the function of the vagus nerve, which is a critical part of the autonomic nervous system. The vagus nerve influences various bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and immune response. Dysfunction can lead to a range of symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, abnormal heart rate, gastrointestinal issues, and fainting.

Causes of vagus nerve dysfunction can include physical trauma, infections, chronic illnesses, and diabetes. Diagnosis typically involves a thorough medical history, physical examination, and specific tests to evaluate nerve function. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include medications, physical therapy, or, in some cases, surgical interventions. Managing stress and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can also support nerve function and alleviate symptoms.

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