Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbs and formulas are one of the oldest and most popular forms of healthcare. The term "herbal medicine" refers  to  the  use  of  a  plant’s seed, berries, roots, leaves, bark or flowers as well as animal and mineralsubstances  for  medicinal purposes.  While  the  scientific study  of  herbs  in the United States began just over two centuries ago,  herbs  and  botanicals  have  been  used to treat a wide range of health problems in Asia for thousands of years.
 
Certain herbs contain natural energetic substances whose essence gently correct underlying excesses or deficiencies of your body. After a thorough diagnosis of your own body’s condition, a combination of herbs, called formula, is prepared to help restore your individual internal balance. They are often prescribed in combination with acupuncture treatment.
 
Herbs can be a powerful adjunct to acupuncture care. They are used to strengthen and support the body or clear excessive conditions like fever, cold or acute pain
 
With herbal medicine, Elisabeth Bouchard, L. Ac. at Bouchard Wellness can help relieve conditions such as:

• Stress and anxiety
• Insomnia
• Depression
• Pain and Inflammation 
• Digestive difficulties
• Reproductive and gynecological issues
• Respiratory disorders

Schedule an appointment with us today to start your treatments. Your Acupuncturist will  create an individualized treatment plan to help bring balance back to your body.