Services Offered
- » Full-Body Clinical Acupuncture
- » Low Level Laser Therapy
- » Acu-Point Injection Therapy
- » 1:1 Holistic Nutrition & Botanicals
- » Traditional Fire Cupping with Gliding
- » Traditional Gemstone Gua Sha
- » Medical Moxibustion
- » Medical Qi Gong
Full-Body Clinical Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used forms of medicine in the world. Originating in China more than 2,500 years ago, acupuncture is currently one of the most thoroughly researched, practiced, and respected forms of complementary medicine available anywhere.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, your overall health is determined by the quality of the Qi (energy) flow through the natural pathways of your body (meridians). Acupuncture uses a variety of techniques, including placing very thin sterile needles into specific points on the body, to stimulate and improve your Qi flow. The many documented benefits of acupuncture include:
Pain reduction | Increased energy levels | Improved Sleep | Stronger digestion | Relief from bad habits and addictions | Greater sense of overall health and well-being
At Sacred Chrysalis, a specific style of acupuncture known as Polyvagal Acupuncture is commonly used to emphasize renewal of the vagus nerve in charge of regulating the entire parasympathetic nervous system that is compromised in nearly 80% of our current population. This leading, integrative approach utilizes ancient acupuncture-meridian knowledge merged with modern clinical neuroscience applications to offer patients profound results that last.
As with anything, consistency is key. We recommend a minimum of 3 sessions for acute symptoms, but 6-12 sessions for chronic issues with a more complex profile. Receiving regular, ongoing acupuncture treatments is also highly favored for those that wish to maintain health proactively in a preventative manner. As your body's innate healing capacities and constitutional strength are heightened and activated with compounded acupuncture treatments, patients will typically find other unknown areas of their health also improve effortlessly.
Low Level Laser Therapy
Introducing advanced low level laser therapy, also known as cold laser therapy, by Erchonia - world leaders in low level laser technology, backed by over 3 decades of clinical trials, studies and FDA clearances to showcase the safety and efficacy of their products.
Our practice now features the GVL handheld - the first true Green + Violet laser combo of its kind that directly targets the mitochondria of every cell applied to, dramatically boosting ATP levels throughout the entire body and facilitating deep repairs with new levels of energy and renewal. The green-violet light cold laser specifically targets the first 3 enzymatic chains within the electron transport chain of the mitochondrial power house, quickly and effectively enhancing deficiencies and disfunction that overtime lead to degeneration and disease. In fact, undeniable research now shows the leading cause of disease is almost always linked to some level of mitochondrial cell disfunction. When actively promoting ATP production and bringing therapeutic doses of light photons into the human body, we equip ourselves with the natural aid needed to carry out critical repairs and energy regeneration, often times leaving patients feeling restored and renewed.
Specific, documented benefits of low level laser therapy now include:
- Regeneration of nerve growth factors, specifically Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF)
- Regulation of several auto-immune diseases & improvement of overall immunity
- Concussions, sports injuries, or optimization for sports recovery
- Organ-specific enhancements, including the liver, kidneys, spleen, thymus, and intestines
- Reduction in total-body inflammation, resulting in less overall pain
- Aid with degenerative diseases, including arthritis
- Reversal of gum disease, TMJ, sinusitis, tinnitus
- Promotion of healthy break-up of scar tissue
- Safe recovery from post-surgical wounds
- Peripheral neuropathy and blood sugar regulation
- Chronic fatigue syndrome and insomnia
- Bone injuries and fractures
- Spinal cord injuries
- Loss of vision
The benefits are amplified when using low level laser therapy in conjunction with clinical acupuncture, a process also known as Laser Acupuncture. The lasers will typically be pointed towards specific acupuncture points or meridians of the body to enhance the natural flow output of energy. A painless and quick process that is revolutionizing the meaning of natural light therapy and photobiomodulation.
4-8 sessions are recommended to start, and ongoing sessions benefit chronic cases with more complex backgrounds. We offer significant discounts for packages, as well as for all veterans, service members, and first responders. To learn more, send us an email or call our office: (970) 585-6238
Acu-Point Injection Therapy
Acupuncture point injection therapy, also known as Acu-Point Injection Therapy (APIT) involves injecting a customized blend of natural, sterile substances into specific acupuncture points to create prolonged stimulation of the acupuncture points, delivering medication directly to the targeted area for a more potent and longer-lasting effect. These substances can include vitamins, minerals, homeopathic remedies, herbal plant extracts, ozone, and more.
Now a leading injection technique at the forefront of regenerative medical modalities that has re-emerged from the early 1900's. This modality is a specialized treatment that helps to directly and quickly alleviate pain, prevent illness, boost immunity and improve physiological function, all while delivering an accelerated dual-healing response by prolonging the effect of select acupuncture points being injected.
An all-time favorite for patients specifically suffering from pain, inflammation, nervousness, anxiety, or sleep issues -- is a remedy called Traumeel. Nearly painless and with no side effects, this modality is a pure winner.
1:1 Holistic Nutrition & Botanicals
As the saying goes, 'you are what you eat'. And utilizing food as medicine is our first line of defense and longevity against multiple threats of our current times. Organic, holistic, functional nutrition and botanicals are offered as a 1 to 1 consultation with an emphasis on whole-food nutrition and systematic elimination of harmful substances poisoning the body. As we work to put back the key nutrients possibly missing, and remove the contaminants from our bodies in a gentle and practical approach using herbs, homeopathy, and key supplements, we make great progress with our patients in being able to achieve long, lasting health.
Homeopathy in of itself is a full-spectrum, safe medical system based on the belief that the body can cure itself. It was developed in the late 1700s in Germany and common in many European countries. Homeopathy does not view an illness as just a collection of symptoms, but rather a reaction to a unique patient's situation. When a person takes a homeopathic remedy, it's thought to stimulate the body's vital force or healing energy, prompting the body to heal itself. Used with botanicals and herbs, there is great potential to heal and revitalize the full body with multiple set of symptoms.
A 1:1 Holistic Nutrition Intake usually takes an hour, as a full medical background is assessed and a treatment plan is properly attained. When prioritizing clinical nutrition as a form of natural remedy, many find that several other health complaints heal naturally.
Functional labs and a full line of professional-grade, natural supplements are all accessible through Dr. Ellisian's Fullscript account, offering a special 20% discount to the full catalog for those who join: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drlillea
Traditional Fire Cupping with Gliding
Cupping has been a part of Chinese Medicine for over 2,500 years. It relieves aches and pains, improves circulation, activates the lymphatic system and also helps with respiratory and digestive issues. I simply place a specialized "cup" onto specific points on your body, and then use suction to draw your skin up into the cups. It doesn't hurt — it simply draws fresh blood to that area of your body, which facilitates the cleansing and strengthening of your Qi (energy). The end result is a greater overall sense of health and well-being.
Sacred Chrysalis Acupuncture utilizes traditional fire cupping method with gliding to promote the potent element of fire in the deep alchemical process of cupping as old, stagnate, toxic energy is drawn up and fully released through deep layers of the tissues. The patient typically feels great musculoskeletal release, an invigoration of fascia, and stuck energy moving freely again in areas where stress is held most. To compliment the process, organic essential oils and herbal medicated oils are used that bring an extra layer of rejuvenation for the patient.
Traditional Gemstone Gua Sha
Although Gua Sha is an ancient healing technique used by Chinese Medicine practitioners for thousands of years, it is relatively unknown in the West until recent trends for cosmetic and natural beauty. When used for full body including the back of the body, it is recognized throughout Asia as a highly effective treatment for chronic pain conditions, stress, fatigue, and a host of other ailments. Immunity improvement is always anticipated.
First, Gua Sha oil is applied to a specific meridian (energy pathway) on your body. A smooth round-edged object (such as a spoon) is then used to apply short brisk strokes to that area. This creates red patches of skin (called "Sha"); detoxifying your blood and restoring the healthy flow of Qi (energy) to the area. There is no pain involved, and the Sha will fade in 2 to 3 days. But the sense of health and vitality you experience from it will last much longer.
Only essential oils and therapeutic ointments of the highest grade are used and applied during treatment. A variety of genuine authentic stones, particularly jade, are used for professional-grade full body Gua Sha methods.
Medical Moxibustion
Moxibustion, or Moxa, is a traditional technique that involves the burning of mugwort, a small, spongy herb, to facilitate healing and health. Moxibustion has been used for healing purposes throughout Asia for thousands of years. The purpose of moxibustion is to strengthen the blood, stimulate the flow of Qi (energy); and enhance your overall vitality and health.
Among other benefits, a landmark study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 1998 found that 75.4% of women suffering from breech presentations before childbirth had fetuses that rotated to the normal position after receiving moxibustion at an acupuncture point on the bladder meridian.
Overall, moxibustion comes in highly recommended for anyone needing an invigoration of their immunity by naturally boosting white blood cells, those susceptible to colds and low energy, those with menstrual irregularities, and anyone needing to recharge the fire in their greater physiology.
Smokeless moxa is offered at our clinic for sensitive individuals. This modality pairs excellent with acupuncture.
Medical Qi Gong
Medical Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese Medical practice that combines slow movements, conscious breathing, and focused mental attention to strengthen and enhance the flow of Qi (energy) throughout your body. Rather than addressing your symptoms (as Western medicine tends to do); Medical Qi Gong addresses your ailment at its very source by healing your entire being — mentally, emotionally and physically.
As your physical movement joins the rhythm of your breath and of your meditative mind, newfound health is achieved gradually and remarkably.
Stay tuned for upcoming courses and retreats highlighting this fantastic modality that is a secret for longevity and wellness in any master guide's lifestyle.