Comox Valley Acupuncture

02/18/2026

The year of the horse is the year of movement, vitality, fire, and rising Yang. It is a year of change, igniting your passions, and following your dreams.
However, if Yang rises too quickly without a foundation, this can lead to anxiety, insomnia, palpitations, emotional dysregulation, and hormonal imbalances.
The goal is to maintain your foundation in order to ride out the year of the horse.
* Prioritize sleep
* Practice gratitude daily
* Eat mostly warm, cooked, healthy foods to nourish the kidneys for stability and calm the heart: black beans, sesame seeds, bone broth, berries, and sweet potato
* Don’t overschedule - simplify
* Limit stimulants such as: sugars, caffeine, and alcohol, which can overstimulate the Yang

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11/19/2025

We’re excited to have LED light therapy available for our patients, as a very beneficial add on to your acupuncture treatment! The Celluma PRO is a “clinically proven, FDA-cleared treatment of acne and age-related challenges including wrinkles, arthritic pain, muscle and joint pain, muscle spasm and poor blood circulation.”
(https://international.celluma.com)
For new appointments, select Celluma Light Therapy & Follow-up Acupuncture Visit from our online booking.
https://comoxvalleyacupuncture.janeapp.com
Red light therapy is always included in Cosmetic Acupuncture appointments!
You may also request to add it on when you arrive for your appointment (based on availability).
We know you’re going to love it as much as we do!!

11/05/2025

Traditional Chinese Medicine has been supporting women through menopause symptoms, like hot flashes, night sweats, and disruption in sleep quality, for over 2000 years. Acupuncture, herbal remedies, and dietary changes help to restore balance, and improve overall well-being during this life transition. Dr. Hughes is also always keen to expand her already vast knowledge and learn from other menopause specialists, such as pelvic health physiotherapists, nutritionists, OB/GYNs, and psychologists. Knowledge is power!

07/22/2025

Summer Wellness with Traditional Chinese Medicine ☀️🌿

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Summer is associated with the Heart and the element of Fire - a season of growth, activity, and expansion 🫶

As the days get warmer, TCM encourages us to align with the season by supporting cardiovascular health, calming the mind, and keeping internal heat in balance.

✨Benefits of Acupuncture & TCM in The Summer

🥵 Reduces excess heat and inflammation
🫀 Supports cardiovascular health & circulation
😌 Calms anxiety & restlessness
🍉 Enhances Digestion & appetite regulation
💤 Promotes restful sleep despite longer days

TCM Tip: Eat hydrating and cooling foods such as watermelon, cucumber, and mint. Bitter herbs like chamomile and peppermint can be used in teas to help regulate your internal temperature. Practice mindfulness or meditation early in the morning when yin energy is the strongest.

🌸Book your summer session to stay balanced, energized, and in harmony this season.

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07/09/2025

05/22/2025

04/23/2025

Comox Valley Acupuncture is committed to raising awareness and reducing stigma.

03/02/2025

Excited to spend the weekend at the Yo San Reproductive Medicine Symposium.

Classes on Traditional Chinese Medicine and how it can help with:

🌿improving egg quality
🌿endometrial receptivity
🌿male fertilty
🌿perimenopause
🌿endometriosis
🌿headaches during IVF cycles
🌿and much much more!

02/07/2025

01/30/2025

The perfect combination- Cosmetic Acupuncture & Celluma red light therapy!