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Expert: - 10/15/2009


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My athletic 17 yr old son had a training accident and fractured the scaphoid bone in his wrist.  trainer thought it a sprain so he/we left it alone.  3 weeks later, x ray revealed a break.  surgery put the bone back together, but limited blood flow is slowing/preventing union.  He is in a wrist cast.  I have had great success with acupunture but can it help increase blood flow locally..in this case the wrist?

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Hi Brew,
Yes, acupuncture can help increase blood flow to the wrist and hand.  I would needle the opposite hand and foot if the wrist is in a cast. There are some great herbs to increase blood flow and speed healing as well. Trauma 2 formula by golden flower is a good one. As long as he doesn't have high blood pressure or a bleeding disorder. Hope this helps.

Heather Vandeburg LAc MSOM diplAc

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Heather Vandeburg L.Ac M.S.O.M. dipl.Ac

Expertise

I can answer any questions about Acupuncture, Chinese Herbals, Tuina (Chinese massage, Cupping, and Gua Sha. I can answer questions about Qi, Meridians, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory. I can answer how these different modalities can benefit different conditions.

Experience

I have a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practice in DeKalb IL. I have been practicing TCM since 2002. I have given many lectures and classes on the subject of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Acupuncture, Women’s Health, Nutrition and Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation. This Includes speaking at an International Conference for the United Leukodystrophy Foundation.

Organizations
AAOM, NCCAOM, CCAOM, ILAAOM, APA

Publications
For Women Today, ILAAOM publications, State of Dentistry,

Education/Credentials
Master degree in Oriental Medicine, Bachelor degree in Nutrition, Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences. I am lisensed and board certified in Acupuncture. I did an advanced internship at Guang Zhou University in Guang Zhou China.

Awards and Honors
I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine

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