MERIDIAN HARMONICS CLINIC UPDATE – 3/26/20

Our patients and clients have been awesome in understanding the temporary suspension of acupuncture, yoga therapy, and integrated positional therapy appointments as a result of the COVID-19 social distancing requirement. As always, our main objective is the health and wellness of our patients, clients, and staff.

Our herbal compounding pharmacy is still very busy. An example of just a few customized herbal formulas we’ve created today for our clients:

Allergies
Sinusitis
Depression and Anxiety
Upper Respiratory Infection
Immune System Support
Anti-Viral/Bacterial

Just about any condition that a patient might receive a traditional western medical prescription for, are good candidates for treatment with pharmacy grade herbal extracts. The beautiful feature of these herbal extracts is the lack of significant side effects, which most western drugs are plagued with.

Meridian Harmonics commonly uses compounded herbal formulas to treat a variety of conditions. Some of the more common conditions suitable for customized herbal formulas in addition to the ones previously listed are:

Migraines & Headaches
Thyroid disorders
Irritable Bowel Disorder
Cohn’s disease
Colitis
Menopause
Traumatic Injuries
Surgical Recovery
Arthritis
Asthma & Wheezing
Bronchitis
Common Cold
Influenza
Constipation
Diarrhea
Vertigo & Dizziness
Edema
Acid Reflux
High Cholesterol
Hypertension
Infertility
Insomnia
Low Back Pain
Kidney Stones
Nausea & Vomiting
Urinary Tract Infection

This, obviously, isn't a comprehensive list, but allows patients to understand that Chinese medicine is a comprehensive and complete medicine.

In lieu of face-to-face visits in our office, we offer the option for patients to set up an appointment by calling us at 817-835-0885 or by emailing us at info@mhaom.com. For local patients, we offer the ability for them to pick up their herbal prescription or we can ship them the same day most anywhere.

COVID-19, The New Normal

Wow! What a difference two months makes. In January everything seemed to be firing on all cylinders. Then all of sudden the catchphrases of 2020 of "social distancing" and "shelter in place" describe the new normal of American life.

Fortunately, we are still allowed to go to work. That means a 5-mile drive to the office along normally busy streets but now look like a ghost town.

Unfortunately, this means our clinic has to change what we offer.

Due to the recent social distancing requirement, we are suspending all acupuncture, yoga therapy and integrated positional therapy treatments until further notice.

If you are currently experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your primary care doctor or the nearest ER: runny nose, sore throat, fever, shortness of breath, dry hacky cough, difficulty breathing, headache. 

We apologize for this inconvenience as we would prefer to serve our patients, personally. We will, also, be posting regular updates on our Facebook page, so please Like and check it regularly for news of any changes:  https://www.facebook.com/pg/MeridianHarmonics/posts/

Our office hours are changing until we're allowed to resume normal operations and interactions with patients and clients. Until further notice, our hours will be: Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 a - 5:00 pm

Now for some really good news. Meridian Harmonics is receiving numerous requests for anti-viral herbal remedies to boost immune function and combat viral and bacterial infections.

Our Chinese medical doctor colleagues in China are successfully treating and curing patients in China combining traditional western pharmaceuticals with Traditional Chinese herbs. For whatever reason, the mainstream media is not reporting the many success stories from the Chinese medical community in treating the infected portion of their population. As a licensed healthcare practitioner by the Texas Medical Board, Meridian Harmonics has access to the pharmacy grade herbs currently being used in China. However, our supplies are limited as the demand across our nation increases and the supply channels are becoming more restricted. These herbal formulations can be used in low doses to keep infections at bay or larger doses if symptoms begin to appear.

For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used in treating bacterial and viral infections. TCM herbal remedies are used to combat the flu and even more recent viral epidemics. Chinese herbal decoctions can be integrated with western modalities and even in conjunction with pharmaceuticals. Due to the complexity of the herb’s organic structures, viruses and bacteria are not able to mutate against them as easily as they can with pharmaceuticals.

TCM herbs can be tailored to each person’s conditions whether dealing with a cold, ear infection or respiratory virus, shortening the duration of sickness and decreases the severity of symptoms. We recommend taking a maintenance daily dose to boost the immune system prior to the presenting of symptoms. If you have questions regarding these formulations and if they can benefit you, we can be reached at info@mhaom.com or leave us a message at 817-835-0885.

DIRECTIONS:
For active infection:
Children 1-3 capsules, 2 to 3 times daily with a meal.
Adults 4-6 capsules, 3 to 4 times daily.
Dosage can be modified depending on the constitution and other health conditions of the individual patient. Discontinue usage when symptoms are no longer active.
Contact Meridian Harmonics for specific dosage modifications.
Note: this herbal formulation is also available in 100gm powder taken as a decoction 2 to 3 times daily

CAUTIONS & CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Pregnant women and nursing mothers should consult their health care providers before using. Contraindicated for very weak or deficient patients. Use with caution in deficient patients with loose stools, diarrhea, poor appetite or chronic digestive weakness. Do not use if cold signs are predominant - chills, thin clear mucus, aversion to wind and cold – use only for more heat signs – fever, sore throat, thick and or yellow mucus. 

We're doing all we can to help our local community weather the current storm we're facing.

If you need an herbal consult, please contact us by leaving a message at 817-835-0885, or by email: info@mhaom.com We will be happy to call you and do a consultation by phone, fill your herbal prescription and have them ready for you to pick up or we can ship them to you. 

Thank you for your understanding.

D. Mark Tryling, LAc., D. AC, CH (NCCAOM)
Lic. AC00563 (TX Medical Board)
Meridian Harmonics Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
2044 Bedford Rd.
Bedford, TX 76021
817-835-0885
www.mhaom.com