
Mr. Michael andrew Chow MAOM, LAC
Acupuncturist
600 Central Ave Suite G Lake Elsinore CA, 92530About
Michael andrew Chow is an acupuncturist practicing in Lake Elsinore, CA. Dr. Chow evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points and nerves is how Dr. Chow treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
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SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Thoracic SurgeryAmerican Board of Thoracic SurgeryABTS
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Is acupuncture safe for anxiety?
I have had about two people walk out just before getting treated with acupuncture for anxiety. Their fears of the needles got to them. Other than that, I have managed to calm down others issues with stress/anxiety/& even PTSD with acupuncture in a safe manner. Check with your primary to see if alternative therapy is beneficial for your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
How can I fix my chronic earache?
Firstly, you must find out the true cause of the earache & have your primary give you a proper prognosis. That way you will be able to figure out what is the best way to treat it and how soon you can expect it to resolve. Your primary will also be able to confirm with you whether or not alternative medicine, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), may be beneficial to your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can insomnia be fixed?
Insomnia may easily be addressed by acupuncture, according to the WHO (world health organization). There are even herbal formula supplements to address the insomnia pattern that may be affecting you. But check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial for your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Is insomnia serious?
Insomnia can become dangerous. Weve all experienced a sleepless night or two, but chronic sleepless nights may lead to deficiency in immunity and affect your health. We can use acupuncture or herbal formula supplements to address the insomnia condition. Check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial for you. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can you help with nerve damage?
Acupuncture points are located very close to the nerves & can influence/manipulate them. Like stroke and Bells palsy acupuncture can help. But check with your primary to see if the severity of your condition will have beneficial results with alternative medicine. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
What are the pressure points for a headache?
One of the best pressure points for headaches is called HeGu (LI 4). It is the 4th point on the Large Intestine channel located between your thumb & index finger at the mound of the webbing when you squeeze them together. Otherwise, better points will be determined by what kind of headache youre feeling & what it may be due to. If it is the absolute worst headache in your life or symptoms progress to vomiting/dizziness you should seek emergency services. Check with your primary or neurologist to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial for your situation. READ MORE
What treatments are there for insomnia?
With TCM, traditional Chinese medicine, there is acupuncture and herbal supplementation. Depending on your condition we can use one or combine both to effectively address your insomnia. Ask your primary if alternative medicine would be beneficial for your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can chronic knee pain be fixed?
I have used acupuncture to help fix chronic knee pain. But of course the severity of the condition will dictate the out come; for example I have been able to help ease the pain of patients who have had total knee replacements but for those with bone-on-bone havent had their pain stay away, comes back easily. Ask your primary if alternative medicine would be beneficial for your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Is acupuncture good for restless leg syndrome?
Yes, when I was still in school I helped treat my wifes RLS. I did such a good job it numbed her leg. But over the years I have had other patients, regardless of their leg being the chief complaint. And all have found relief to their leg issue, RLS. Definitely check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial to your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can insomnia be fixed?
Yes, we can use acupuncture to help sync your normal circadian rhythm and get the appropriate rest. But check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial to your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Does acupuncture work for tendonitis hand?
Tendonitis is the inflammation of the tendon. And acupuncture is very effective at calming down inflammations. Although acupuncture may be effective for your hand tendonitis, check with your primary physician to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial to your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can acupuncture be done on the back?
Yes, acupuncture can be done on the back to help resolve back pain. Depending on the cause/injury of course. To be certain, best to ask your primary to check and see if alternative medicine would be a possible treatment for your condition. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can seasonal allergies be fixed with natural treatments?
I have patients with seasonal allergies & as truck drivers go thru fields with pollens & allergens. All cases have been helped with acupuncture alone. Its best to get treated before the season starts, but can also be addressed as the symptoms progress. Check with your primary to see if alternative medicine is appropriate for your condition(s). - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Is acupuncture effective for hip pain?
Yes. I currently have patients with hip pain who are improving with acupuncture treatments. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can you help with seasonal allergies?
Yes. Acupuncture is very effective for those with sensitivity to pollen & allergens. My patients have experienced great relief despite their work environments and have never had anything else help like it. Make sure to check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can acupuncture help muscle knots?
Yes! Acupuncture helps relax the muscles, but Ive found a combination with fire cupping will help relax & bring the circulation back to the muscles for the most effective treatment! Check with your primary to see if alternative medicine would be beneficial. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
How many acupuncture sessions are needed for hand nerve pain?
The prognosis for hand nerve acupuncture is dependent on how long the nerve pain has been there as well as how well the patient responds to the acupuncture. Generally speaking good progress should be felt within 5 visits whereas for a chronic condition it may take twice as many visits & more frequently together to get the same affect. Always check with your primary physician to see if alternative medicine would be a good choice. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
Can diabetes be controlled by acupressure?
There are some acupressure points that can help assist with diabetes. Depending on the symptoms you wish to address, daily stimulation of the acupressure points may help address them; acupuncture would be easier. And there are also some aspects of controlling diabetes that are better addressed with herbal supplements: like fenugreek and okra for lowering blood sugars. Check with your primary care physician to see what you should improve on and what alternative medicines may be helpful. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
What treatment is good for migraines?
Many of my patients with migraines get plenty of relief from my acupuncture treatments alone. Aroma therapy, botox, imitrex et c. are also very common treatments for migraines. Check with your primary to see what good options can be beneficial for you. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
What is the treatment for chronic headaches?
The treatment of chronic headaches is going to be based on the symptoms you are presenting. Most can be alleviated with acupuncture but some might have herbal supplementation to affectively speedup recovery. Check with your primary and/or neurologist to see if alternative medicine would be a great option. - Live Happy, Michael READ MORE
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