Salem Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

04/09/2026

Inner peace is the best medicine. Wishing everyone a healthy and mindful week ahead! ✨

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04/03/2026

Headline: Don’t Let the Oregon Sun Deceive You! 🌡️
Lately, we’ve noticed a trend at the clinic: patients arriving in shorts and flip-flops the moment the afternoon sun hits. While we all love the warmth, those chilly mornings and evenings are catching up to people. We’ve seen a rise in coughs and "spring colds" because of these drastic temperature swings.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, we emphasize the concept of "Spring Warmth Maintenance" (春捂 - Chūn Wǔ). This means:
• Layer Up: Keep your ankles and neck covered in the morning.
• Wait for the Heat: Only shed layers in the late afternoon when the ground has actually warmed up.
• Protect Your "Yang": Rapid cooling after being warm is the easiest way for "wind-cold" to enter the body.
Stay cozy, stay covered, and let’s keep those spring sniffles away! 🌸

03/21/2026

【The Perfect Spring Sip: Chrysanthemum, Goji & Fresh Mint】
To keep your energy moving smoothly this season, we recommend our favorite "Spring Harmony Tea." In TCM, this blend is designed to "smooth" the Qi and "nourish" the Blood, helping you feel lighter and more focused.
🌿 Why This Blend Works:
• Chrysanthemum: Clears heat and soothes sensitive spring eyes.
• Goji Berry: A powerhouse for tonifying the Liver and Kidneys, providing the essential foundation your body needs to thrive during the active spring months.
• Fresh Mint: Its "light" nature helps elevate your energy and soothe feelings of anxiety. The vibrant green perfectly embodies Spring!
🍵 Simple Brewing Method:
1. Steep: Place a small handful of professional-grade chrysanthemum and goji berries in a mug with hot water for 3–5 minutes.
2. The Mint Finish: Once the tea has cooled slightly, add 2–3 fresh mint leaves. (Adding mint to warm, not boiling, water keeps its aromatic oils active and refreshing!)
📢 Quality Matters!
At Salem Acupuncture, we have sourced professional-grade Chrysanthemum and Goji Berries. If you’d like to try this stress-relieving blend at home, please ask us during your next visit!

03/20/2026

【Spring Equinox: Your Guide to Seasonal Balance】
Today is the Spring Equinox, the precise day of equilibrium when day and night are of equal length. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this is a critical time to harmonize our internal energy (Qi) with the shifting world around us.
As the "Wood" energy of Spring rises, your Liver Qi naturally wants to expand. Because Spring is the season associated with the Liver, it is a particularly potent time to focus on emotional health and mood regulation. When Liver Qi flows smoothly, we feel emotionally balanced and calm; when it becomes blocked, we may experience tension, irritability, or seasonal allergies.
🌿 TCM Tips for Spring Balance from Salem Acupuncture:
• Eat Your Greens & Sprouts: Spring is the season of the color Green! We recommend incorporating more green leafy vegetables and sprouted foods like mung bean sprouts or fresh bamboo shoots. These "rising" foods mirror the energy of the season and help gently awaken your body’s Qi.
• Move Like Bamboo: Support your Liver Qi with gentle movement, stretching, or brisk walks outdoors. Flexibility is key!
• Guard Against "Wind": Even as it warms up, the "Reverse Cold" can surprise us. Wear a light layer or scarf to protect your neck and "Wind Gate" points.
🌸 Need Support for Body and Mind This Spring?
If you feel your body or emotions need rebalancing this season, please give our clinic a call at (503) 585-9239. Our professional acupuncturists will be very happy to assist you in regulating your body and mind for a smooth and harmonious Spring.
Stay tuned tomorrow as we share our favorite recipe for the ultimate spring wellness tea!

Treating the Salem community for more than 20 years, Salem Acupuncture Clinic practices Classical Ch

02/17/2026

Happy Chinese New Year! Here's to a year of strength, balance, and new beginnings.

02/17/2026

Welcoming the Year of the Horse! May it bring you health, harmony, and happiness.

02/14/2025

❄️ **Weather Closure Update** ❄️

**Salem Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine will remain CLOSED on Friday, February 14th, 2025**, due to hazardous icy conditions.

**Appointments will be rescheduled**—we kindly ask affected patients to contact us via phone to arrange new times.

🌨️ *“In winter’s stillness, we honor safety and renewal.”* 🌨️
**— Salem Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine**

02/13/2025

❄️ **Weather Closure Notice** ❄️

**Salem Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine will be CLOSED TODAY, Thursday, February 13th, 2025**, due to heavy snowfall.

We will reassess conditions overnight and announce tomorrow’s status (Friday, February 14th). **PLEASE CALL 503-585-9239 BEFORE TRAVELING** to confirm if we’ve reopened.

Your safety is our priority. Existing appointments will be rescheduled—reach out via phone or message for assistance.

🌨️ *“In harmony with nature’s cycles, we pause to restore balance.”* 🌨️
**— Salem Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine**

01/28/2025

🌸✨ Happy Chinese New Year! ✨🌸
As we welcome the Year of the Snake, may this season bring you balance, vitality, and well-being.
Let this year restore harmony to your life. Wishing you good health, prosperity, and endless opportunities!

🧧 Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your wellness journey. We look forward to helping you thrive in the year ahead!

🌟 Here’s to health, happiness, and renewal! 🌟

09/29/2024

Today marks what would have been Dr. Louisa Silva’s 70th birthday. Although she left us six years ago, her legacy continues to inspire us every day. We remember her not only for her incredible medical skills but also for the compassion and kindness she showed to every patient. Her spirit of care and dedication left an indelible mark on our lives and the lives of countless others. Let us celebrate her memory and the positive impact she made in the world. Happy birthday, Dr. Silva—you are dearly missed and forever cherished.

02/10/2024

Happy Chinese New Year! May the Year of the Dragon be filled with an abundance of smiles and laughter.

01/28/2024

Please be aware that River Road has a closure coming from downtown so there are detours around it. Allow some extra time