Acupuncture is good for the heart. It improves blood circulation throughout the body and within the heart specifically. Another way in which acupuncture benefits heart health is through the mechanism of homeostasis—acupuncture helps to bring the body back into a state of balance and health.​

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• Post-stroke sequel

​If you or someone you know has had a stroke, you may be well aware that the road to recovery after treatment can be long and often frustrating. Rehabilitation begins as early as possible, In addition to standard rehabilitation, some people turn to acupuncture, a type of needle-based alternative therapy long used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) As many as 46% of stroke survivors turn to complementary and alternative medicine to help alleviate their complications, with acupuncture being a common choice.

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• Hypertension

Studies suggest that acupuncture may benefit patients with high blood pressure and lower their risk of stroke and heart disease.​

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• Palpitation

​Heart palpitations are often harmless, although in Chinese medicine they are usually a sign of an underlying imbalance that may lead to potential health problems down the road. Through acupuncture, we can bring the body back to balance, resolving symptoms like heart palpitations and enabling the body to function at optimal health.

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• Arrhythmia

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• Varicose vein

According to acupuncture and Oriental medicine, varicose veins are labeled as a condition of blood stasis. Applying acupuncture needles will help invigorate the blood and break up blood stasis. As these veins are close to the skin, you may be able to witness this process over a few sessions, as you notice the dark purple or blue color slowly lighten up when new blood is given a chance to flow back in. In addition to acupuncture, Bloodletting directly relieves the pressure in the veins that has resulted from malfunctioning valves, is often used in clinic.

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