Christine Lee, L. Ac.

Christine Lee, L. Ac.
Licensed Acupuncturist
Languages Spoken
English
Korean
Education
Master of Science
Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture
Licensed Acupuncturist
New York State
Biography
Christine Lee, L. Ac., is the head acupuncturist with acupuncture license from the State of New York. She also has a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture. Christine has been practicing acupuncture for many years, and during her practice she has gained many medical achievements with patients suffering from variety of symptoms. |
If you are dealing with sports injuries, back pain, car accident, stress, infertility, or any number of conditions, we can help. We treat drug free pain management, arthritis, mental health, women's health, sexual dysfunction, infertility, facial rejuvenation, chronic fatigue, allergies, immune system deficiencies and many more. |
White Plains Office
77 Tarrytown Road White Plains, NY 10607
Chiropractic | |
Mon, Wed, Fri |
9:30 am – 7:00 pm |
Physical Therapy | |
Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 6:30 pm |
Saturday | 9:00 am - 1:30 pm |
Acupuncture | |
Mon, Wed, Fri | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
Spring Valley Office
1 Perlman Drive, Suite 101 Spring Valley, NY 10977
Chiropractic | |
Mon, Tues, Thur |
9:00 am – 7:00 pm |
Physical Therapy | |
Monday - Friday | 9:00 am - 6:30 pm |
Saturday | 9:00 am - 1:30 pm |
Acupuncture | |
Tues, Thur | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
Insurance Accepted
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
UnitedHealthCare
Choice Plus POS
Navigate HMO
Navigate POS
Options PPO
Procedures Performed
A chiropractic adjustment is a common practice used to manipulate the vertebrae of the back and neck. The goal is to help reduce pain and stiffness, eliminate nerve irritation and improve the overall range of movement. It typically involves a short, high powered thrust firmly applied to the vertebrae accompanied by a “pop” which is a release of gas (oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide) from within the joint. Most often, relief is felt immediately although there may be some short term, minor discomfort if the muscle is in spasm during the adjustment.
Neck Pain Procedure
Physical Therapy
While the many benefits of acupuncture have traditionally been used for the body, acupuncture has many benefits for facial rejuvenation as well.
Ultra-thin acupuncture needles, when placed into key points on the face create a gentle stimulation and movement of blood flow. This stimulation aids in the production of new collagen to help firm and tone the skin. Once the blood flow has been stimulated, a facial mask of Chinese herbal ingredients is applied. This soothing and gentle mask helps hydrate and nourish the skin while also improving skin elasticity.
A complete treatment is 10 – 12 sessions although significant improvement is often seen after just 6 sessions.
Gua Sha
Shiatsu, an acupressure system originating in Japan is based upon thousands of years of Eastern philosophy. In Oriental medicine, disease is believed to be a disruption of the energy flow called Qi along the meridian pathways in the body. Qi is thought of as the essence of life and is experienced both physically as well as spiritually. Creating a balance of this energy is the goal of Zen Shiatsu. The massage itself can be as gentle or as forceful as the patient requires.
By using a combination of firm pressure with gentle stretching, the therapist can redirect this flow of energy and create a more balanced flow. This combination of expansive stretching and compression is used to release areas of stagnation or energy blockage. Once this energy flow is balanced no part of the body is overworked. The aim of Zen Shiatsu is to promote a balanced flow of energy in the body in order to maintain good health.
Chinese herbal formula
Although America is largely dependent on modern medicine in the treatment of disease, herbal medicines are used by almost 80% of the world’s population. Herbal medicines have a written history dating back 5000 years and were the primary source of healing since the beginning of time.
The focus of herbal medicine is to stimulate the body’s natural healing process through the use of herbs along with a healthy diet and lifestyle. Although modern medicines used to be largely derived from plants, today only 15% are still plant based. Conventional medicine focuses mainly on using strong, synthetically derived chemicals to attack disease. Often these chemicals have side effects of their own.
While most smokers are aware of the dangers of nicotine, few realize that within a cigarette there may be up to 7000 different chemicals. Each of these chemicals creates a reaction in the body. Quitting cigarettes creates another reaction as the body adjusts to life without this overload of stimulants. In the first stages of cessation there may be a fogginess or lack of clarity in thinking, daytime lethargy, nighttime insomnia, irritability and headache.
The good news is that physical improvements can begin within a month of quitting smoking. The first signs are a general improvement in your respiratory health. You may cough less or simply have less sinus irritation. Cilia, which were once encased in nicotine tar may begin to grow again and renew themselves inside the lungs. Within one year of quitting, a person’s risk of coronary disease is cut in half and blood pressure and heart rate often return to their normal states.
Today there are several options to help overcome a smoking addiction. Bupropian, the generic form of Wellbutrin has been shown to aid in the cessation of smoking. Nicotine replacement therapy in the form of skin patches or gum and lozenges offer a gradual withdrawal from nicotine. Some people find success with behavior modification by examining the triggers that cause the tobacco craving and replacing that urge with a more healthy option like exercise.
Traditional Chinese medicine dates back almost 3,000 years and is rooted in Taoist philosophy. It encompasses many different forms including herbal medicines, therapeutic massage, acupuncture, and moxibustion. Tai Chi and Qi Gong, practices that combine breathing, specific movements and mental focus, are also considered part of traditional Chinese medicine.
In Western culture, perhaps the most widely used therapy is acupuncture. In fact, The American Academy of Acupuncture (AAMA) was created in 1987 to represent physicians (MDs and DOs) in North America who use acupuncture in their traditional medical practice. The society currently represents over 1300 physician acupuncturists in North America alone.
Bodywork
Reiki
Conditions Treated
- Back Disorders
- Abdominal pain
- Addiction control
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Athletic performance
- Back/neck pain
- Blood pressure
- Regulation
- Bronchitis
- Chronic fatigue
- Common cold
- Constipation
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Gingivitis
- Headaches
- Hyperacidity
- IBS
- Immune system tonification
- Indigestion
- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Menopausal symptoms
- Migraines
- Muscle cramping/pain
- Nervousness
- Neurogenic bladder dysfunction
- Neurosis
- Numbness
- Parkinson's disease
- Poor vision
- Postoperative pain
- Premenstrual syndrome
- Sciatica
- Sinusitis
- Stress reduction
- Stroke
- Tinnitis
- Tonsillitis
- Toothache