Acupuncture

The Synergy of Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care: A Path to Holistic Healing

Acupuncture and chiropractic care are two complementary therapies rooted in vastly different traditions but with a shared goal of restoring balance and promoting the body’s natural ability to heal. While acupuncture has its origins in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), focusing on the flow of energy through meridians, chiropractic care stems from Western practices that emphasize spinal alignment and nervous system health. When combined, these two modalities create a powerful synergy, addressing pain and dysfunction from multiple angles. continue reading »

Shallow vs. Deep Acupuncture Needling

Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, originating in ancient China as a method to restore the body’s balance and promote healing. While the fundamental premise — stimulating specific points on the body to affect energy flow or “qi”— remains consistent, practitioners have developed varying techniques, including shallow and deep needling. Each method has its own strengths, applications, and limitations. Understanding the pros and cons of both approaches can help you understand which might be better suited for your needs. continue reading »

Trigeminal Neuralgia Solutions in Greenville, SC

Trigeminal Neuralgia is a devastating condition that produces extremely unbearable facial pain, often on one side of the face, usually affecting the whole side of the face, but especially the mouth and jaw. Trigeminal neuralgia is often coined “The Suicide Disease” due to the unbearable pain that comes from the facial nerve inflammation.

Traditional treatment unfortunately does not usually help, and breakthrough pain is evident even with heavy opioid pain medications.

Now there is hope! Dr. Parks, a Nationally Board-Certified acupuncturist with over 15 years’ experience, has over a 80% success rate in significantly improving the pain from Trigeminal Neuralgia.

Don’t wait another day, you do not have to suffer from this painful condition any longer. Get back to doing more of what you love, without pain.

Call for a Consultation with Dr. Parks, at 864-908-9032.

Explore the Benefits of Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture

We all eventually hit the age where those fine lines and wrinkles around our eyes, nose, and mouth seem to become a bit more prominent than we would like. There are countless products and procedures out there for men and women, touting the benefits of reducing or even eliminating those pesky fine lines and wrinkles. Despite a diligent skincare routine, if you aren’t happy with the results and are looking for something natural, non-invasive, and truly rejuvenating, cosmetic facial acupuncture might become your go-to favorite skin care practice. continue reading »

Examining the Synergy of Acupuncture and Meditation

If you suffer from stress and anxiety (and really, who doesn’t?) and you are looking for better and holistic ways to cope, you might want to consider the combination of meditation and acupuncture. While there is a big difference between the two, what they bring together is a formidable duo in pursuit of complete wellbeing. continue reading »