Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

Many different styles of acupuncture exist today. Most practitioners in this country attended TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) schools, as did I. Over time I came to realize that TCM’s strength is Chinese Herbology, but that “herbalized” acupuncture was not addressing my patient’s needs effectively. Fortunately, I discovered Dr. Richard Tan, an amazing acupuncturist from San Diego via Taiwan who is leading many acupuncturists back to its historical roots as a system rooted in ancient philosophy and cosmology. Dr. Tan’s system, The Balance Method, restores the body-mind to harmony and balance. Patients love this technique because they feel more relaxed, and fewer, thinner needles are used than in TCM.

My style might be called eclectic as I have incorporated elements of Japanese Meridian Therapy and Five Element acupuncture into the Balance Method. In addition I have studied Korean Hand Therapy, and cranial sacral therapy with Hugh Miln and the Upledger Institute.

I love my work and I love to learn, so you can count on me to continually try new techniques.

When pain is an issue I use Auriculotherapy which treats the whole body by using micro-current stimulation of the ear. This revolutionary technique erases pain in seconds! Call for a free brochure.

As far as Chinese herbs, I follow the academic tradition of TCM. China leads the world in research and clinical studies of Chinese herbs and formulas, and their constituent parts.

My goal is to help my clients achieve their health goals. I strongly believe we are all capable of change, and sometimes we just need a little support and help a long our path.

Dianne Duncan L.Ac (TX00482), Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM)