Your Herbalists at FirstHealth Are:

• Are licensed acupuncturists in the state of Massachusetts
• Are NCCA (National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists) certified
• Have Masters degrees from the New England School of Acupuncture
• Have over 450 hours of classroom and clinical training in herbal medicine

See our Team of Professionals for details.

Lectures and Demonstrations

Herbalists at FirstHealth are licensed acupuncturists who have an active schedule of presentations with both national and local organizations. They welcome the opportunity to interact with your group, enhancing your knowledge, and identifying the benefits in the emerging field of complementary medicine.

Oriental herbal medicine combines thousands of years of experience with today's research and expertise. Though it began as folk medicine, today's practice of Oriental medicine is the result of a sophisticated blend of knowledge between nature and science. With our current understandings of individual herbs and how they act on the chemistry of the body, a formula can be custom made to fit your needs. Herbs are chosen from hundreds of possibilities to be combined into a formula to address your particular needs. Used alone or in conjunction with other traditional techniques (such as acupuncture, massage, and exercise), herbal medicine can be extremely effective at helping you to optimize your health.

Medicine from Nature's Bounty

Herbal medicine is derived from all the areas that nature has to offer, including the plant, animal, and mineral kingdoms. For the convenience of our patients, herbs are typically administered in capsules or liquid tincture form to accommodate your busy schedules.

Your Body and Herbs ... At Your Service!

Food is the fuel that powers our bodies. Vitamins and minerals are extracted from foods and chemically act on the body to promote optimal functioning. Herbs work in much the same way. Herbs are derived from nature and accepted by the body like a food. Herbal ingredients are broken down into their components and used by the body to address your general or specific health concerns.

Tailored Herbs for the Best Fit

We are all individuals. At FirstHealth we believe in customizing herbal formulas to match your health, lifestyle and individualized needs. To determine your specific herbal prescription, our practitioners of Oriental Medicine assess a variety of information from sources including:

• Current signs, symptoms, and complaints
• Past medical history and family history
• Conventional medical diagnosis and diagnostic information
• Observation (tongue, face)
• Palpation (pulse)

Popularity and Purity

Herbal remedies have become popular recently. At FirstHealth, accuracy and purity are the standards of our success. Herbal formulas have been proven to be very effective when prescribed by a trained practitioner of Oriental medicine such as the herbalists at FirstHealth. We also have taken measures to ensure your safety by using a reputable herbal distributor. B.J. Wang (of E. Shan Tang in Allston, MA) utilizes herbs directly from China where the use of chemicals is limited due to the high cost. He tells us that his herbs are scrutinized for quality by the Agricultural Department of China and possibly again by one or more of the following American agencies: Customs, Agricultural Department, the Fish and Wildlife Department or the FDA before being handpicked by B.J. Wang. For your convenience and privacy, herbal formulas are mailed directly to your home or business.

A Welcomed Change

Keeping track of the healing progress is a partnership between the ones in charge … you and your herbalist. They will meet with you to discuss the changes that have occurred since you began treatment. Your customized herbal formula can be modified to accommodate the changes that you've noticed, or additional concerns that may be present since your last visit. We encourage you to contact your herbalist with any questions.

Bounty of Benefits

Powerful medicine doesn't have to cost you much. Most herbal formulas can be formulated at a fraction of the cost of many pharmaceuticals. As an added bonus, side effects are rare, and formulas can be modified easily if needed.

Patients at FirstHealth of Andover use oriental medicine to treat a vast range of complaints including:

• Allergies
• Anxiety
• Arthritis and joint pain
• Asthma
• Back pain
• Bowel and bladder problems
• Cancer support
• Chronic pain
• Common colds
• Cough
• Edema
• Gynecological concerns (PMS, menstrual irregularities, miscarriages)
• Headaches (migraine, tension)
• High blood pressure & other cardiac issues
• Infertility/impotence
• Insomnia
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Menopausal support
• Neurological problems (stroke, Bell's palsy)
• Poor circulation
• Stress-related illnesses
• Sinus problems
• Tendonitis

The Ease of Accessibility

All it takes is a phone call to our exceptional office staff (978-474-9994) to schedule an appointment. Our office is open Monday through Friday and occasionally on Saturdays. We have both morning and evening appointments to suit your needs. Expect to be in the office for about one hour on your initial visit. Follow-up visits are scheduled as necessary by your herbalist.

A Look Into the Future

Recently more intensive research has been undertaken to fully comprehend the power and potential of these natural healing sources.

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