Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves inserting tiny acupuncture needles into a particular area of the body to promote healing. Acupuncture needles are made of pre-sterilized stainless steel and one time use. They are incredibly thin - as thin as 1 strand of hair. They are so thin about 30 acupuncture needles can fit inside of a hypodermic (doctor’s) needle.
Acupuncture is one of the techniques under Traditional Chinese Medicine and has been practiced all over the world for thousands of years. It is a holistic and integrative medicine which can help heal current health concerns as well as prevent future concerns from occurring. It has been endorsed by the World Health Organization, the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.
At Palmgren Acupuncture, we draw on years of study and clinical experience to put the proven principles of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine to work for you. Got questions about acupuncture? Check out our FAQs page.
“Being a patient of Lynn’s has been so life changing for me!”
Lynn and acupuncture have been instrumental in addressing carpal tunnel syndrome I had in my finger and wrist. She’s been a tremendous resource - never preachy, simply helpful and pleasant!
-Bernadette S., Alsip, IL
Interested in trying acupuncture?
Massage
Massage is a type of therapy that involves applying pressure, manipulating, pressing, rubbing, and stretching muscles and other soft tissues. It has helped people with acute and chronic pain in the neck, back, shoulder, and hips, just to name a few areas. Massage has also been beneficial for people experiencing headaches and migraines. Because our minds and bodies are connected, massage can also provide an increased sense of well-being and help clients experiencing emotional concerns such as stress, anxiety, and depression.
Our massage therapists approach clients from a holistic perspective to help them achieve their health goals. They assess clients before working on them to see which type of massage best addresses their concerns. It could be any combination of Swedish massage, relaxation massage, sports massage, circulatory, deep tissue or functional movement technique. To that end, our massage therapists work with clients to design a treatment plan that is right for them.
Chinese Herbs
Chinese herbs have been used for thousands of years in conjunction with acupuncture. They offer a gentle way to heal the body outside of the treatment room. They include flowers, roots, barks, fruits, seeds, nuts, and stems. They are safe, natural, and effective when recommended by a Board-Certified Chinese Herbalist.
Our on-site Chinese herbal dispensary is one of the few in the area. We use only the highest-quality herbs in powdered (granular form). We can customize and blend them to fit your specific needs and address your health concerns so you feel better faster.
The brand of Chinese herbs in our dispensary is Sun Ten Pharmaceutical, which has over 70 years of experience in the herbal industry. Sun Ten’s herbs are manufactured according to the superior standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, which the FDA enforces with Chinese herbs. The herbs are rigorously tested internally by Sun Ten and by an independent third party.
With all clients, we perform a drug-herb interaction check to ensure no side effects or interactions occur between herbs and the medications and supplements you are taking. Got questions about Chinese herbs? Visit our herb FAQs here.
Hours
By Appointment Only
Monday 11:30 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 7 pm
Thursday 8 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 7 pm
Saturday 9 am - 2 pm
Sunday Closed