What Does a Holistic Doctor Do in Edina, MN?
An ambitious athlete runs beyond her physical limits, refuses to rest enough and finds herself suffering from plantar fasciitis. An overworked professor sleeps only four hours a night and complains of migraines. A young woman eats too much sugar and not enough protein, and she has dizziness, irregular periods, and anxiety. What’s happening here? All of these people are resisting the laws of nature that Chinese medicine was founded upon. As a result, they’re having health problems.
At our Chinese medicine clinic we treat with acupuncture and prescribe Chinese herbal formulas, and also counsel patients on dietary therapy and ways to lead a healthy lifestyle. Our medicine is personalized to balance each individual and customized based on specific diagnoses. In other words, we devise the best plan for you to attain optimal health and longevity.
Treating the Root Cause with Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture plays a vital role in the reduction or elimination of pain by reducing recovery time and preventing a chronic condition from developing. Here’s a case study:
A new patient comes to our clinic with lower back pain. On a scale of 0-10 with 10 representing the worst pain and 0 representing no pain, his pain level is at an excruciating 9. After a careful diagnosis, a treatment plan is devised. Acupuncture points on only his arms and legs (none on his area of pain) are needled. After several minutes, his pain is reduced by 60%. Subsequent treatments took care of the remaining pain.
Research has shown that acupuncture causes the body to produce natural steroids and endorphins. These decrease inflammation and help your body to kill the pain. By reducing acute pain, acupuncture can also relieve chronic pain. It can prevent the need for costlier and more invasive surgical procedures. Our unique acupuncture method at our Edina clinic focuses on relieving chronic pain naturally, helping patients restore mobility and support their body’s innate healing capacity without relying solely on medications.
In a 2004 study published in Acupuncture in Medicine, researchers looked at the cost effectiveness of acupuncture for osteoarthritis of the knee compared to the cost effectiveness of pain medications. 75% of the test patients received at least a 45% reduction in their knee pain with acupuncture, and the pain relief lasted past the one-year follow-up. Many of those who experienced that minimum 45% pain relief decided to quit their prescription pain medication completely after receiving the acupuncture.
Save Big Money
When the doctors did a cost analysis comparing the cost of acupuncture therapy (which was up to 15 treatment sessions) to the cost of pain medication and doctor office visits, they saw a drastic reduction in subsequent medical costs, dropping from $1.10 per day to 21 cents per day after treatment. That represents a $325 savings per patient the first year (even after factoring in the cost of the acupuncture treatments). The conclusion was that patients saved money, were free of the inconvenience of taking a pill several times each day, and had significantly less pain than those who took drugs alone.
In an independent study in Scandinavia, 25% of the patients who were awaiting knee replacement surgery canceled their scheduled surgery after receiving acupuncture, saving $9,000 per patient.
Beyond Treating Pain
Acupuncture research proves that acupuncture treats more than just pain. Many people know that acupuncture can relieve your aches and pains, but did you know it can also help you with stress and anxiety relief, help you with digestive and bowel problems and more? Acupuncture treats many internal problems like urinary tract infections (UTI), acid reflux, chronic fatigue and IBS. Acupuncture is holistic medicine.
Prevention of Infectious Disease
There is a saying in Chinese medicine: “Superior medicine prevents disease, and inferior medicine treats disease.” Now, with concern about flu virus traveling around the world, you may want to get your immune system boosted. The truth is that bacteria and viruses tend to adversely affect people who have weakened or compromised immune systems. Many Chinese herbs and formulas have been shown to significantly boost the immune system. One of the main benefits of Chinese herbs is their wide spectrum antibiotic effect for both bacterial and viral infections. We source only high-quality, lab-tested herbal formulas. Each custom herbal recommendation is tailored to your unique health profile to ensure safe, gentle, and effective care.
Balancing Mind, Body, & Spirit
Stress is common in our very fast-paced American lifestyle. Many of us worry about keeping our jobs and having enough money. When we’re in a constant state of stress, we suffer from “fight or flight syndrome,” which is destructive to your body and can lead to serious health problems. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help you mentally and emotionally. It is very effective for depression, anxiety, and stress.
Why Choose Complete Oriental Medical Care for Holistic Healing?
Are you searching for a holistic healthcare practitioner who addresses root causes rather than just masking symptoms? Our licensed acupuncturist brings over 30 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine to offer gentle, drug-free health solutions tailored to your body’s natural healing process. Many of our patients consult Steven Sonmore, L.Ac. as a primary holistic practitioner in Minnesota. The best thing about acupuncture is that it treats the entire body without serious adverse effects and it promotes optimal physical, mental, and emotional health. At Complete Oriental Medical Care we use a complete system of healthcare that includes diagnosis, prevention, Chinese herbal formulas, exercise, and food cures.
Payment & Insurance Options
Complete Oriental Medical Care operates as a direct-pay clinic. We accept Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, cash, and personal checks. While we do not bill health insurance providers directly, we gladly issue a Super Bill upon request that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Schedule Your Holistic Consultation in Edina
For more than 30 years Steven Sonmore, L.Ac. helped people transform health problems into solutions for attaining better health. Steven is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, & certified life coach. His clinic, Complete Oriental Medical Care is in Edina, MN. To schedule an appointment for better health call 952-831-8080 or fill out our contact page now.
Disclaimer: While holistic medicine and acupuncture promote overall health and body balance, individual treatment results vary by patient.
