Ronica Perez graduated summa cum laude from the National University of Health Sciences with a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture. She is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Illinois. She became interested in Chinese medicine when she wasn’t satisfied with the answers she was getting about health and healing, especially for her children. Someone had suggested to her that she see a ‘Chinese Doctor’ for her concerns. Because she knew nothing about this type of medicine and had heard so many warnings about the dangers of herbal medicine, she had to do some investigating. What she found was that not only did she want to start seeing these ‘Chinese Doctors’ but she wanted to become one. She went to the National University of Health Sciences to hear Dr. Kwon talk about acupuncture and oriental medicine. Dr. Kwon talked about how to treat the common cold. Using Chinese medical theories, he explained how one medicine would not work on all individuals who have a cold. He pointed to the people in the lecture and said though everyone in the room had a cold, this one had a fever, this one had a sore throat, this one had a clear, runny nose, and this one had chills. Chinese medicine looks at each person and records each symptom to make a prescription and treatment plan that is unique and specific to each individual. After listening to Dr. Kwon, she had to learn more, and immediately enrolled in the Master’s program for Acupuncture.

Ronica also incorporates ZYTO biofeedback technology. Using this extraordinary modern technology with the wisdom of the ancient philosophies, she is able to give each patient insight as to why they are experiencing discomforts and develop a plan not only to treat the current symptoms but also to try to prevent them from occurring again.

Chinese medicine requires the practitioner to be skilled at listening to patients and finding the ‘root cause’ of complaints. Patients are able to take more responsibility for their health and learn about the amazing healing capabilities of the human body. Instead of feeling “Why does this type of stuff always happen to me…,” the patient becomes empowered to change and to heal. The effects of the acupuncture treatments continue to amaze Ronica. She is constantly educating herself about this medicine that is thousands of years old and is honored to be able to share this knowledge with others.

5 Element Acupuncture:

The 5 Element Theory in Traditional Chinese Medicine organizes the body into 5 functioning

organ systems that correspond with an element in nature: Earth (Digestion/Spleen), Metal

(Respiratory/Lungs), Water (Bones and Growth/Kidneys), Wood (Detoxification/Liver), and Fire

(Cardiovascular/Heart). The acupuncturist will identify blockages in these systems through face

and tongue analysis and by symptom descriptions to come up with a unique treatment plan that

restores balance to the body.

Frist appointment $120

Follow-up sessions $85

Follow-up sessions with Zyto scan: $120

Add cold laser to treatment: $30

Add cupping to treatment: $25

The number of treatments needed differs from person to person. For complex or long-standing conditions, more treatments would be needed.  I recommend two or three treatments a week for the first two weeks. After that, symptoms are reassessed and more treatments may be recommended, averaging 12-15 treatments a year. For acute problems, usually fewer visits are required. Some patients experience immediate relief, some experience pain relief two or three days after their treatment.  If pain keeps coming back, more treatments may be needed along with lifestyle changes to prevent condition from occurring in the future. Health maintenance is based on individual preference.  Some patients enjoy the time put aside for acupuncture as a time to unwind and relax while experiencing the health benefits that come along with it.

Rather than using the needles to stimulate the acupuncture points, a cold laser is used. Up to 12 different laser probes can be placed onto the acupuncture points to increase circulation and decrease inflammation in the body. The laser device also is able to transmit different frequencies, such as the Nogier frequencies and Chakra frequencies, which will be determined by the practitioner to encourage a specific healing response to a targeted area of the body. The treatment is painless and very relaxing.

Based on the complaints of the individual, results from the ZYTO scan and tongue diagnosis, the acupuncturist will help one to make informed dietary recommendations based on the unique body type of that individual. Dietary restrictions may be included to determine foods that may be causing an imbalance in the system. Food recommendations as long as supplemental support will be advised. Natural Healing Centers offers whole food supplements, herbal tonics and homeopathic remedies to aid the body in healing. These supplements are muscle tested for each individual. The practitioner will explain why the remedy is recommended and what to expect while taking it.

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