What is Gua Sha? How Can It Work for You?
Gua Sha, the triangle-shaped skin tool, is suddenly mainstream. You can find it at T.J. Maxx and Marshall’s, for goodness’ sake! But this trendy tool is an ancient healing technique we have always included in our San Diego acupuncture practice. What can Gua Sha do for...
Red Light 101: Explore Its Many Benefits for Your Skin & Body
Have you heard about red light therapy? In our San Diego acupuncture practice, we’ve been using red light therapy for our patients for several years now and are obsessed with the results! So, what exactly is red light therapy, and why are we so excited about it? Let’s...
Unlocking Winter Wellness: A Holistic Approach with Your San Diego Acupuncturist
Explore how to nourish your body and fortify your immune system against winter ailments. Embrace the tranquility of winter and embark on a journey to vibrant health with Concept Wellness as your guide.
Eating to Bolster Immunity and Health in the Winter
In Chinese medicine, we believe winter is the time to nurture and nourish our kidney Qi. After all, this is the time when this energy can be most easily depleted. Our bodies instinctively express the fundamental principles of winter – rest, reflection, conservation,...
We’re Now Offering Cosmetic Acupuncture
Riann Bullock, R.N., DACM, L.Ac., is excited to introduce a new feature to our practice: Cosmetic Acupuncture. While it may be new to Concept Wellness, people have been enhancing beauty with acupuncture for thousands of years. “It’s a safe and natural...
What is Estrogen Dominance?
Concept Wellness acupuncturist Lisa Pugliese is a breast cancer survivor. Having been in remission for more than 17 years, Pugliese says that her bout with cancer informs her practice — and her passion for preventing estrogen dominance. “That’s why I...
Abdominal Massage Is Not Just for Fertility
At Concept Wellness, the Mayan abdominal massage techniques our practitioners use are great fertility therapies. But these techniques can also benefit people with digestive problems, scar tissue, stress, and those recovering from surgery. It’s rare to have the...
Old School Technique Brings New Relief
Castol oil therapy has been used for centuries to promote healing in the body — and specifically the reproductive system. Castor oil packs placed on the skin enhance circulation and promote healing in tissues and organs below. They can be used for inflammation,...
Benefits of Fertility Massage with Becky Gonzalez
Fertility is a sacred journey, for which women often need support and companionship. Certified massage therapist Becky Gonzalez is uniquely suited to offer this to women at Concept Wellness. Offering fertility massage as well as prenatal and postpartum massage,...In Yang Season, Eat Cool Yin Foods
Fruits and veggies grow in abundance this time of year. And in the summer season known as yang in Chinese medicine, it is important to stay cool and hydrated. Here, Riann and Michelle share a few yin ingredients to keep your temperature regulated and your energy...
Treating Blood Deficiency in Teen Girls, Women
Fatigue. Depression and anxiety. Difficulty focusing. Sports injuries. These are some tell-tale signs of a blood deficiency that Lisa Pugliese, R.N., L.Ac., says she has observed frequently in her practice. “It’s a common pattern in girls and women —...
Prevent Headaches with Proven Therapies: Acupuncture and Massage
Forty five million Americans suffer from headaches each year, with 2 to 3 million experiencing the debilitating effects of migraines. During Headache Awareness Month, we offer good news! Acupuncture and massage are proven methods for preventing and treating headaches....
Infertility Issues: The 5 Main Causes, and How to Flip the Script on Infertility
Over the course of 20 years, we have treated hundreds of cases dealing with infertility or reproductive problems. Here is a list of fertility issues we regularly treat at Concept Wellness — and with which we have a record of success. Premature ovarian failure Advanced...