Modus Acupuncture

Modus Acupuncture Modus Acupuncture is a boutique Traditional Chinese Medicine wellness center by Andrea Allerton, LAc Andrea Allerton, LAc, Dipl. O.M.

received her training at Emperor's College of Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica CA, and at the 2nd Affiliated Hospital in Nanjing, China. She is native Colombian, fluent in Spanish and English. Married since 1997, Andrea and her husband, both business owners, decided to start a family in their 40's and were able to do so naturally through Chinese Medicine. They are very involved in their community

, so there's a good chance you may run into them at the park or local coffee shops. Andrea founded Modus Acupuncture in 2010, specializing in maternal care, athletes, and general wellness. She is a big believer that both conventional (Western) and holistic (Eastern) medicine are essential in achieving optimal wellness. The name "Modus" means "The Way/Mode", which came about in 2005 when Andrea and her husband refocused their belief systems to one of honoring God. Modus Acupuncture is faith-based, all affirming, non-judgmental and founded on unconditional love.

Upper Res Allergy Acupressure PointsYou can see my puffy and dry eyes, these come in handy right now. Let me know if you...
03/31/2025

Upper Res Allergy Acupressure Points
You can see my puffy and dry eyes, these come in handy right now. Let me know if you need help!

Acupuncture is a valuable adjunct therapy following surgery, facilitating a smoother healing process and enabling a fast...
03/27/2025

Acupuncture is a valuable adjunct therapy following surgery, facilitating a smoother healing process and enabling a faster return to optimal health for yourself or your loved one.

Acupuncture is an excellent post surgery modality. It helps to reduce pain, swelling, mental fogginess, boost immunity a...
03/27/2025

Acupuncture is an excellent post surgery modality. It helps to reduce pain, swelling, mental fogginess, boost immunity and balance the body. Healing tends to occur faster when the body is in homeostasis.
Visit your local acupuncturist after any surgery and if you are in the Nashville and Franklin area book and appointment with me, home visits are available as well.

Acupuncture after surgery improves the rate of healing by assisting the lymphatic system, addressing side effects of med...
03/27/2025

Acupuncture after surgery improves the rate of healing by assisting the lymphatic system, addressing side effects of meds given, reducing swelling, reducing pain, boosting the immune system, and helping the body regain balance.

Applying moxa to the Du channel in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is believed to provide benefits like warming the b...
03/03/2025

Applying moxa to the Du channel in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is believed to provide benefits like warming the body, promoting Qi and blood flow along the spine, relieving pain, strengthening the body's Yang energy, improving overall vitality, and potentially aiding conditions related to the back, lower back, and nervous system, particularly when there is a "cold" presentation or Qi stagnation in these areas. 

Key benefits of moxa on the Du channel:

Pain relief:

Moxa can be used to alleviate pain along the spine, including lower back pain, neck pain, and headaches, by stimulating the Du channel and improving blood circulation to the affected areas. 

Improving cold symptoms:

Due to its warming nature, moxa can be beneficial for conditions associated with cold in the body, like fatigue, chills, and menstrual discomfort, by stimulating the Du channel which is considered a key meridian for Yang energy. 

Boosting immunity:

By strengthening the body's Yang Qi through the Du channel, moxa can potentially enhance the immune system and resistance to illness. 

Improving digestion:

Applying moxa to specific points on the Du channel can help regulate digestion by stimulating the flow of Qi in the abdominal region. 

Addressing urinary incontinence:

Moxa can be used on certain Du channel points to potentially help with urinary incontinence due to its ability to lift and support the Qi. 

Promoting relaxation:

The warmth generated by moxa can induce relaxation and reduce stress, making it beneficial for anxiety and insomnia. 

Important considerations:

Proper acupoint selection:

Selecting the correct acupoints on the Du channel is crucial for achieving the desired therapeutic effect. 

Practitioner expertise:

Moxibustion should be administered by a qualified practitioner who can assess the individual's needs and tailor the treatment accordingly.

YangYang deficiency often develops out of a Yin deficiency, but can also be provoked by certain environments, behavior, ...
02/21/2025

Yang

Yang deficiency often develops out of a Yin deficiency, but can also be provoked by certain environments, behavior, and diet. Living and working in icy climates or even damp cold ones can damage the Yang. The external Cold can enter the body, through specific channels or organs and inhibit or weaken the inner Fire of Yang. If the Yang of the body (and therefore its Wei Qi or natural defences) is weakened, Cold can enter even more easily. For example, in the first days of a woman’s period, her body is slightly Yang deficient (because she is losing body heat with the blood loss) and is more vulnerable to direct attack of Cold to the Uterus because the Chong channel is open. It is for this reason that Chinese women (and Asian women in general) are advised not to swim in cold water during their periods. If the Cold restricts or inhibits the rapid and easy flow of the blood it can ‘stagnate’, setting the stage for many gynecological problems later, including infertility.
2013, Treatment of Infertility with Chinese Medicine (Second Edition)

Fertility journeys can be long, you can't help but to be close to your patients. I have walked along side with many mamm...
02/19/2025

Fertility journeys can be long, you can't help but to be close to your patients. I have walked along side with many mammas wanting to start and build or grow their family. Its not an easy road and I keep telling my self that I am not going to take Fertility patients but then they trickle in, and then I do it again and again. I hesitate b/c I want more than anything for them to have a successful pregnancy.

I have come to pts houses to be there when they were going through a miscarriage, I have showed up to work on my days off, early bf my shift or after hours to be there for them.

Last year I got the worst call ever. This beautiful baby went to be with the Lord shortly after birth. The hardest thing to ever experience for this couple. To see the pain and sorrow in his parents will be a spot in my heart that will not be forgotten.

Pray always, God is good throughout the pain, the chaos, the sorrow. Lift all the parents who have lost their babies and pray for them. Check in, say hello, don't be afraid to bring their child's name up.🕊

02/17/2025

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02/12/2025

On the topic of stress, even when you don't feel it, it's silent little claws permeate our cells. Every syndrome, and condition is created or affected by stress. If you are in the Franklin area stop in or call or DM me. Go see your Acupuncturist, Chiro, get a massage, go for a walk in nature, meditate, dance, and sing songs. Do what ever it takes to remind your cells that they too can switch off and calm down.

Yes, acupuncture can be an effective treatment for stress. It's a holistic approach that can help reduce stress hormones...
02/11/2025

Yes, acupuncture can be an effective treatment for stress. It's a holistic approach that can help reduce stress hormones and promote the release of endorphins. 

How it works

Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body. 

It can stimulate the body's natural feel-good hormones. 

It can reduce the level of stress hormones like cortisol. 

What it can help with 

Stress related to chronic illness or injury

Mental stress leading to mental illness like anxiety or insomnia, depression, panic attacks, poor immune system, and so much more,!

Send us a DM for a free consultation today🌿

If you know my husband you know he does any job at 120% The man is a machine and he knows I got needles for all his pain...
02/10/2025

If you know my husband you know he does any job at 120% The man is a machine and he knows I got needles for all his pains.

02/06/2025

Fascia, pain, paralysis, Parkinson can be improved with Acupuncture, Acupressure, passive and active stretching.

This treatment is addressing different organ systems, the histamine reaction is showing what we call "aggressive energy"...
02/04/2025

This treatment is addressing different organ systems, the histamine reaction is showing what we call "aggressive energy" see my stories to see of a previous case of the body releasing emotional stress.

02/03/2025

More on emotions and how they are stored in our central nervous system, how they affect each meridian, and how acupuncture can help the body at a cellular level to release those emotions when we are stuck.

02/02/2025

When you have a stubborn case of the " I've have tried so many things and nothing is getting better" As a practitioner of Chinese Medical theory we know that you cannot separate physical suffering from psychological, emotional or spiritual suffering. So in my practice I address the body as a whole. I see patients of all ages and walks of life, and when we encounter a stubborn case, together we look deeper to see if there is emotional or spiritual pain that hasn't been address and needs a little lovin.

We got some mammas to get ready for their upcoming marathon aka natural birth..Acupuncture and massage therapy are essen...
01/30/2025

We got some mammas to get ready for their upcoming marathon aka natural birth..

Acupuncture and massage therapy are essential for preparing the body for birthing. As the baby grows there's less room of course, and more tension on the back, the shoulders and neck, and let's not forget the feet!

I combine gentle stretching with acupressure (I am trained in advanced levels of thai massage) and use the appropriate essential oils to soothe the muscles and move lymph.

It's not only about labor prepping, it's about making mammas comfortable, cozy, and relaxed. See you on your next appointment ❤️

As practitioners of TCM we are trained to treat syndromes in a variety of ways. We use herbs, poltices, moxibustion, gua...
01/28/2025

As practitioners of TCM we are trained to treat syndromes in a variety of ways. We use herbs, poltices, moxibustion, gua sha, cupping, tuina, magnets, seeds, and more. Acupuncture is not the only tool we have. In a case of trigger finger, and inflamed tendon, tuina and moxibustion was the protocol we used.

Auricular Acupuncture is a great way to treat pain and many disharmonies. New research showed that auricular Acupuncture...
01/27/2025

Auricular Acupuncture is a great way to treat pain and many disharmonies. New research showed that auricular Acupuncture, specifically using sympathetic point for 20 min a day, for one week, decreased pain intensity of by 16 points.

If you are suffering from migraines stop in, I can show you how to continue the treatments at home after our firdt session.

Reference: Deepika O, et al. Efficacy of needling at sympathetic point (an auricular acupuncture point) in migraine patients: a randomized controlled study. J Acu Res (open access), 2024;41(2):115-120.
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1215 Lakeview Drive
Franklin, TN
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Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
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