Back-to-School: Improving Your Child’s Immune System

Children in Clearwater have not even started attending school again for the year and already we’ve heard of lots of children with colds, asthma, runny noses and other symptoms. Every year when children go back to school, there is a bit of an uptick in illnesses among children. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we take a natural and preventive approach to health and believe that the best treatment option is being prepared! Today, we’re discussing back-to-school illnesses and how you can improve your child’s immune system to avoid these issues. If you find that your child is feeling under the weather, feel free to reach out. We are always happy to help.

Why Do Children Get Sick When Returning to School?

When children return to school they are being exposed to a lot of new things. Other children and whatever germs they may be carrying around for the week, chemicals that have been used in the school, dust that hasn’t been cleaned up all summer, etc. It can be quite a lot for their developing immune systems to handle, often resulting in many children feeling under the weather.

Improving Your Child’s Immune System Naturally

There are numerous ways that you can improve your child’s immune system naturally.

1. We offer nutritional guidance in Clearwater which can help to properly feed your child’s growing body. Eating a healthy diet should always be your first step when attempting to get healthy and improve your immune system.

2. We also offer Chinese herbal medicine in Clearwater which has been used for thousands of years to address ailments and improve the health of patients around the world.

3. Our Clearwater acupuncture treatment can be another wonderful way to boost the immune system and reduce symptoms.

Additionally, getting rest, making sure your child is not stressed and having fun can be another wonderful way to improve your overall physical and mental health.

Schedule Acupuncture for Children in Clearwater, Florida Today

Interested in acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional guidance or any other treatment options at Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater? Feel free to schedule a free discovery call, we are always welcoming new patients and would be happy to discuss how we can help keep your child healthy all school year long.

Beginner’s Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine

When it comes to Chinese Medicine, many people can become confused. While Chinese Medicine is widely known for its pain relieving abilities, many people are unaware of how it can affect digestive disorders, stress levels, allergies and even fertility. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we offer a variety of Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment options, including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping and even moxabustion. Depending upon the cause of your ailment, symptoms or conditions, different techniques may be recommended. If you have additional questions about our Clearwater Traditional Chinese Medicine, feel free to give us a call. We’re always happy to answer questions.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a Chinese medicine technique that involves inserting very fine needles into points on the body. Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years across the world and can be used for the treatment of a variety of conditions, pains and even addictions.

Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine involves the use of plants, minerals and even flowers to heal the body. Chinese herbal medicine can come in various forms, however the most popular are pills and teas. Chinese herbal medicine generally has very few side effects and should be monitored closely.

Cupping

Cupping involves the use of jars being placed on the skin to create a vacuum using suction. This results in the tissue underneath being sucked and raised into the jar, increasing circulation, relieving pain and pulling toxins from the body. Cupping does leave temporary red, blue and/or purple marks, however they typically resolve after a few days.

Moxabustion

Maxobustion involves burning an herb known as “mugwort” which is placed near the skin to warn a specific point. Maxobustion has been used around the world for thousands of years to treat a variety of conditions, including asthma, gynecological disorders, diarrhea and more.

Customized Treatment Plans

At Dawn Potter Acupuncture we proudly offer customized treatment plans that are tailored to your specific needs, health history, wellness goals, etc. We offer free discovery calls and would be happy to chat and see how we can help you.

Start Clearwater, Florida Chinese Medicine Today

Interested in improving your health with Chinese medicine in Clearwater, Florida? Dawn Potter Acupuncture is always accepting new patients and would be more than happy to help. Schedule your appointment with us today for Chinese medicine near you.

Improving Your Sleep With Our Clearwater Acupuncture Treatments

Do you often have problems falling asleep? Find yourself waking up during the night? Suffer from insomnia? Interested in a more natural treatment option to improve your sleep? Recent research has shown that acupuncture treatment can actually improve a patient’s sleep. Today, we’re discussing acupuncture for insomnia/sleeping problems and the recent research that has been conducted on the topic. Have questions about acupuncture treatment in Clearwater, Florida? Interested in scheduling a free discovery call with Dawn Potter Acupuncture? Reach out today, and we would be happy to help create a customized treatment plan for your exact needs.

How Does Acupuncture Impact Sleep?

During a recent meta-analysis of 1,108 acupuncture patients, it was found that placebo controls were less effective than acupuncture when it comes to improving sleep. Total sleep time, sleep onset latency, sleep efficiency, and waking from sleep were all looked at. Auricular, electroacupuncture, and standard body style acupuncture were all examined, and each was found to be therapeutically effective for improving sleep.

In another investigation by researchers at the University of Toronto, which was published in the Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences, they found that acupuncture treatment was effective for insomnia and anxiety treatment. Using only acupuncture, patients were administered 10 acupuncture treatments over a five-week period. These patients in the investigation had increases in melatonin secretions, reduced anxiety, and overall improved sleep.

How Can Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater Help?

At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we are proud to offer acupuncture for a wide range of conditions and ailments, including insomnia and other sleep disorders. We would be happy to provide a consultation to discuss your sleep problems, medical history, and the various treatments available that could be of help. Along with acupuncture, we also offer a variety of other treatment options that may be included in your customized treatment plan, including cupping, massage, red light therapy, sound therapy, herbs, supplements, and more.

Simply reach out, let us know what is going on, and we’ll get you added to our schedule for your free discovery call.

Start Acupuncture Treatment in Clearwater Today

Suffer from insomnia or other sleeping problems? Interested in acupuncture treatment in Clearwater to improve your sleep? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today to get started. We look forward to helping you.