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Casey McGuire, SMAC L.Ac.
Casey moved to Portland in 2002 and enrolled in the three-year Master’s program in Chinese Medicine at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. A special interest in pain-related disorders prompted him to take extra classes and devote more clinic time to studying advanced acupuncture and massage techniques. These skills are the foundation of Casey’s practice today.
Casey’s focus on musculoskeletal pain disorders, headaches and migraines is complemented by his ability to effectively treat poor digestion, auto-immune diseases and menstrual disorders.
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Oliver Leonetti, L.Ac. SMAC
Oliver graduated from Lewis and Clark College in Portland with a B.S. in Biology. In 2004 Oliver graduated from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, also in Portland, with a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Oliver was introduced to acupuncture through a sports injury. In 1996, after suffering from an injury to
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Dr. Heather Krebsbach, N.D. & L.Ac.
Dr. Krebsbach is a family practice Naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist practicing in Portland, Oregon. She specializes in bioidentical hormones, thyroid care, digestive health, and autoimmune conditions.
Dr. Krebsbach moved to the Pacific Northwest to attend the National University of Natural Medicine. Throughout the six-year Naturopathic and Chinese medicine program, she mentored with doctors specializing in cancer care, women’s health, HIV, and endocrinology.
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Emma Ellsworth, L.Ac.
​Emma Ellsworth grew up on the east coast outside of Washington DC. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Communications from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia and has completed extracurricular coursework in U.S. food systems as well as nutrition for disease prevention. While pregnant with her daughter, she received her first acupuncture treatment and
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Brad Hamlin, L.Ac
After signing up for an introductory Qigong class Brad began studying Chinese Medicine and philosophy in eastern Kentucky in the mid-1990s. In short order, the Qi Gong practice resolved his plantar fasciitis and severe sinus allergies, inspiring him to move to Oregon in 2004 to formally study Chinese Medicine. Brad graduated from the Oregon College
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Tanya Zhu, L.Ac.
Tanya graduated from the University of Minnesota with a major in Psychology and minor in Spanish. It was during a study abroad trip that she discovered a love of Chinese medicine and acupuncture and decided to pursue it as a career. She landed in Portland a few years later to attend the Oregon College of
Acupuncture vs. Chiropractic Care for Auto Accident Injuries
Even simple auto accidents like fender benders can leave people dealing with a range of injuries and physical pain in their neck and back, especially if the accident was strong enough to cause whiplash. This pain can stick with people for days, years, and even for the rest of their lives if left untreated for
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Acupuncture vs. Massage: The Comparison Guide
Are you looking for a new way to relax and thinking that acupuncture or massage might be helpful? While acupuncture and massage are both therapeutic techniques with various health benefits, they are quite different. Knowing the difference between acupuncture vs. massage will help you figure out which one is right for you. Read on to
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Prenatal Chiropractor: What Is It and Why Is It Good For You?
From aches and back pain to nausea and an untold number of sleepless nights, pregnancy often comes along with a host of problematic side effects that can significantly impact a woman’s quality of life between the conception and birth of their little bundles of joy. More than half of all pregnant women experience such
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Injury Rehab Exercises to Try at Home
Rehabbing from an injury can be a serious process. In some cases, it only takes a couple of weeks to rehab from an injury, while in other cases, it can take months. Luckily, there’s a lot that you can do to ensure the rehabilitation process goes smoothly. You can see a chiropractor, acupuncturist, or
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Average Chiropractor Costs Based on Location
Chiropractors are lifesavers when it comes to getting rid of back pain and alleviating joint problems. But how much will a visit to a chiropractor cost? As with all medical visits, the cost will depend on a few factors such as the practice you visit, treatment types and plans, or if there are any exams
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Holistic Chiropractor: Definition, Benefits, and More
Over 20% of the US population suffers from chronic pain. To deal with chronic pain, many people visit a chiropractor. According to a recent survey, 29 million American adults have visited chiropractors in the past five years. This accounts for about 10 percent of the population. While there are all kinds of chiropractors to choose
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What to Do When You Throw Your Back Out
Throwing out your back can be painful and terrifying. When you throw out your back, it’s important to know what step to take so you don’t make the back injury worse than it already is. What should you do when you throw your back out? Read on to learn the steps you need to take
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Mizuko Takamoto, LMT.
Mizuko graduated from the East West College of Healing Arts and has enjoyed developing a bodywork practice based on genuine client transformation. His work is deep, intuitive, and gradual. He works deep tissue and aims for his clients to experience a reprogramming of their nervous system and an activation of numbed or weak muscles. This
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Elizabeth Bourgeois, SMAC L.Ac.
Elizabeth attended the National University of Natural Medicine and received a Master’s of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM). During graduate school, Elizabeth spent 2 years in a traditional style Chinese medicine & martial arts apprenticeship studying movement arts and clinical practices for sports injuries. This training included acupuncture and cupping, as well as tuina, Chinese
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How to Relieve Whiplash Neck Pain Naturally
Whiplash is a common neck injury that results from a motor vehicle accident. It affects both the bones and soft tissues around the neck and the lower part of the head. According to statistics, roughly 3 million people in the USA suffer from whiplash injury each year. As a result, it’s among the top reasons
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Support for Poor Air Quality
Well, 2020 is really testing our strength and resilience! My heart goes out to those of you who have lost homes, loved ones and jobs please know that love and support surrounds you! The destruction from the wildfires is incredibly tragic and the smoke is feeling very oppressive, please take care of yourself. Ways to
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Acupuncture for Frozen Shoulder
WHAT IS FROZEN SHOULDER? The shoulder is a highly mobile joint that has an exceptional range of motion. Adhesive capsulitis, better known as frozen shoulder, is a condition in which the shoulder’s normal range of motion is greatly reduced. It is also associated with pain that can be dull, aching and constant, and also punctuated by
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Acupuncture and Jaw Pain
The masseter and the pterygoids are the two main muscles that affect the jaw. Â Both of these muscles are involved in the opening and closing of the jaw. Â They provide the strength for chewing. Â Trigger points in these muscles cause much of the jaw pain that people experience. Trigger points in these muscles cause pain
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