Family Acupuncture Sessions Now Offered at Nap

NAP will now be offering family acupuncture sessions which will include the following: 


*** Education in Chinese tui-na massage and/or acupressure for keeping your child healthy (for children 0-7 years old). 


*** A custom 2ml therapeutic grade essential oil blend for your child for any imbalance or ailment discussed during the session. 


*** Acupuncture treatment for Mom and Dad. 


Commonly treated Children concerns:
colic
common cold
constipation 
cradle cap
croup
crying
diaper rash
digestion
dry skin
ear ache
fever
flu
hiccoughs
jaundice
rashes
teeth grinding
tonsillitis
thrush


What can acupuncture do for Mom and Dad?
Acupuncture helps the body function most optimally. Positive "side effects" of regular acupuncture treatments include improved sleep quality, energy levels, mood, digestion and ability to manage stress. 


Here is a brief list of what people come get treated at NAP all the time.


Pain: muscle,  tendon, bone, joint, nerve; tendonitis, arthritis, sciatica, RSI, aches
Stress: over thinking, emotional tension, physical symptoms of stress
Energy: fatigue, bouts of low energy through out the day, trouble focusing
Sleep: insomnia, interrupted and restless sleep, poor quality of sleep
Emotions: anxiety, depression, irritability, mood disorders of all kinds
Allergies: seasonal/hay fever, sinusitis, runny nose, itchy eyes; food allergies
Addiction: help with cravings, detox and support
Digestion: irregular bowls, acid reflux, bloating, IBS, Crohn’s, other conditions
Hormones: fertility, PMS, menopause, hot flashes, thyroid/endocrine imbalances
Aging: general health, blood pressure regulation, memory, joints/arthritis, energy
Pregnancy: nausea, back pain, heart burn/reflux, sciatica, breech baby, cervical ripening and induction

For a complete list of what acupuncture can treat according to the World Health Organization visit here

Family Acupuncture Sessions are provided on a sliding scale which includes the cost of essential oil, child tui na and acupuncture treatments:

Family of 2 $50-$80

Family of 3 $55-$90

Family of 4 $60-$95

Family of 5 $65-$100

Pay what works for your family

Schedule your appointment today by clicking here! Indicate on "the reason for visit" the size of your family if scheduling online. (Essential oil may or may not be blended on same day of visit depending on availability)

Sarah Canga

Neighborhood Acupuncture Place (NAP)

230 Florence St

Crystal Lake IL 60014

815.893.9825

www.clnap.com 

Natural Remedy for Hand Foot and Mouth Disease

I've recently noticed that there have been a couple concerns of Hand Foot and Mouth Disease in the area. Hand foot and mouth disease is a common viral disease usually seen in children younger than 5 years of age. Symptoms include fever, blister sores in the mouth and a skin rash.

The best way to prevent this disease is to wash your hands regularly and to avoid close contact with those that have been infected.

If your child has been exposed to hand foot and mouth disease it is important to stay hydrated. There are 3 essential oil blends that may help to shorten the duration of symptoms: thieves essential oil blend, mountain savory, and purification essential oil blend.

Mix one drop of essential oil of your choice with one tablespoon coconut or olive oil. Massage into the spine and/or bottoms of the feet. Use what you have available or alternate between all 3 oils. You can do this as much as every diaper change until symptoms are gone.

Remember it always a good idea to contact your health care provider about any questions or concerns you may have before starting any treatment.

For more information or to purchase essential oils please let me know.

Sarah Canga-Arguelles LAc

Neighborhood Acupuncture Place
230 Florence St
Crystal Lake IL 60014
815.893.9825
www.clnap.com