Migraines & headaches

Headache patterns are best differentiated by location, quality, and timing. TCM categorizes them by channel (Gallbladder for temporal, Stomach for frontal, Bladder for occipital) and by root cause (Liver Yang rising, Blood deficiency, Cold invasion). A good first visit spends time on these distinctions because the treatment plan changes accordingly.

For most patients we combine scalp acupuncture with points that regulate the identified root pattern. Frequency-based patterns (menstrual, weather) often benefit from a longer arc of care — weekly for 6–8 weeks — with herbal support between visits. Many patients report reduced attack frequency and severity within the first month.