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Clinical Focus Areas in My Practice｜病症導航
This clinical map is built from years of real James Navel Acupuncture practice.
Find the area that matches your symptoms and start from there.
Pain Conditions｜痛證
Pain itself is a condition — not merely a symptom. It can result from posture, lifestyle strain, emotional stress, injury, surgery, or long-standing unresolved issues. Navel Acupuncture is particularly effective in producing rapid pain relief. Rather than targeting pain only at its location, it works by regulating the body as a whole. Where abnormal pain exists, a treatable imbalance is present. The pain conditions listed here are based on James’s real clinical practice, where patients have repeatedly experienced clear pain reduction，or complete resolution. Select your area of pain below to learn more.
Emotional & Mental Health｜情志病症
Emotional and mental stress–related discomfort is rapidly increasing and has become a major underlying factor in many chronic health conditions today — and one of the most difficult challenges in modern healthcare. It often appears as ongoing stress, anxiety, low mood, sleep disturbance, and is commonly accompanied by physical tension, pain, and other functional complaints. Navel Acupuncture is particularly effective in addressing these conditions. By working with the body–mind system as a whole, it helps release accumulated stress, stabilize the nervous and emotional systems, and relieve related physical discomfort. The conditions listed here are drawn from James’s real clinical practice, where patients have commonly experienced improved emotional stability, stress relief, better sleep, and overall relaxation. Select a category below to learn more
nervousness · excessive worry · panic sensations
irritability · mood swings · loss of emotional control
low mood · lack of motivation · sense of meaninglessness
difficulty falling asleep · frequent waking · vivid dreams
post-traumatic discomfort · hypersensitivity · avoidance · fear responses
Cancer Support & Complex Conditions｜癌症護理及難症
Cancer and tumor cases are increasing. Patients often experience pain, physical discomfort, fatigue, anxiety, sleep disturbance, and multi-system functional imbalance. Long-term discomfort following surgery and chemotherapy is also common. This combined physical and emotional burden remains one of the most difficult challenges for modern medicine to address as a whole. Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches cancer differently. Its focus is not on the disease name itself, but on improving the internal conditions that allow tumors to develop and persist. Navel Acupuncture works through the Shenque (navel) area to engage the body at a systemic level, regulate bodily function, and support immune response. This approach aims to inhibit tumor growth, may assist in reducing benign nodules, cysts, and tumors, and helps relieve pain and long-standing physical and emotional stress. The content listed here is based on James’s real clinical experience. In practice, patients commonly experience reduced pain, improved physical comfort, better recovery tolerance, and enhanced overall quality of life. For various benign nodules, cysts, and tumors, noticeable reduction and growth inhibition have been observed. Note: James Navel Acupuncture is used here as supportive and regulatory care only, and does not claim to treat or cure cancer.
Abnormal lumps · nodules · hyperplasia · cysts · benign growths
Cancer pain · pressure · burning sensations · post-surgical pain · treatment-related discomfort
Recovery after surgery, chemotherapy or radiation
Fatigue · weakness
Multiple symptoms · unclear patterns · long-term complicated conditions
Neurological Conditions｜神經系統疾病
Neurological conditions are common in clinical practice.They may appear as nerve-related pain or discomfort, dizziness, fatigue, tremors, excessive movement, or difficulty with movement and coordination, often involving multiple body systems. Traditional Chinese Medicine looks beyond diagnosis labels and focuses on overall body imbalance.Navel Acupuncture works through the navel area to support balance and coordination of the nervous system and related body functions. The conditions listed here are based on James’s real clinical experience,where patients commonly experience reduced discomfort, improved movement, more stable symptoms, and better overall daily function.
Facial paralysis · facial numbness · Bell’s palsy
Myasthenia gravis · muscle weakness · muscle atrophy
Weakness · numbness · movement limitation after stroke
Tremors · rigidity · involuntary movements · tics
Neurogenic vertigo · nervous system related dizziness
Respiratory Conditions｜呼吸系統病症
Respiratory conditions are common in clinical practice. They often include allergic rhinitis, recurrent cough, asthma, chest tightness, shortness of breath, throat discomfort, and persistent symptoms after COVID. These issues frequently affect sleep, energy levels, and emotional state as well. Traditional Chinese Medicine views respiratory problems as part of a whole-body imbalance, not just a lung issue. Navel Acupuncture works through the Shenque (navel) area to help regulate the body’s overall balance and rhythm, relieve discomfort, and support functional recovery. The conditions listed below are based on James’s real clinical experience. Patients commonly report reduced nasal and allergic symptoms, less coughing and chest tightness, and improved sleep and physical energy.
allergic rhinitis · nasal congestion · runny nose · postnasal drip · sinus discomfort
chronic cough · asthma · bronchial irritation · breathing wheeze
chest tightness · shortness of breath · abnormal breathing · throat swelling or pain
persistent or recurring symptoms after COVID
Digestive Conditions｜消化系統
Digestive problems are very common. They may include bloating, abdominal pain, reflux, indigestion, irregular bowel movements, or poor appetite, and often affect energy and overall comfort. Navel Acupuncture works from the body as a whole rather than focusing on a single symptom. Treatment aims to reduce digestive discomfort and support better digestive function. The conditions listed here are based on James’s real clinical experience, where patients commonly report improved digestion, reduced discomfort, and better overall well-being.
bloating · abdominal pain · cramping · fullness
diarrhea · constipation · alternating bowel habits
acid reflux · gastritis · gastric & duodenal ulcers
indigestion · poor appetite · hemorrhoids · fatty liver
Women’s & Men’s Health｜婦科 · 男科
Many women’s and men’s health concerns are related to hormonal imbalance, circulation issues, and functional regulation of the body. Common women’s conditions include menstrual irregularities, painful or heavy periods, fertility challenges, and benign masses such as fibroids or ovarian cysts. Men’s health concerns often involve prostate discomfort, urinary symptoms, sexual function issues, or fertility-related conditions. Navel Acupuncture works through whole-body regulation to support reproductive health, improve circulation, and restore internal balance, based on real clinical experience.
irregular periods · painful periods · heavy or scanty flow · clotting · cycle delay/early
uterine fibroids · ovarian cysts · breast nodules · breast hyperplasia · pelvic masses
fertility support · cycle optimization
prostate discomfort · erectile dysfunction · premature ejaculation · low libido · urinary frequency
Circulatory & Immune System｜循環與免疫系統
Circulatory and immune system issues are common in clinical practice. They often present as chronic fatigue, low energy, slow recovery, cold hands and feet, swelling, poor circulation, recurrent mouth ulcers, frequent inflammation, and reduced immune resilience. From a whole-body Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, these conditions are related to imbalance in circulation, fluid regulation, and the body’s self-regulating capacity. Navel Acupuncture works through the navel area to support circulation, reduce recurrent inflammation, and enhance overall recovery ability. The conditions listed here are based on James’s real clinical experience, where patients commonly report improved energy, better circulation, fewer recurrent ulcers or inflammatory symptoms, and improved overall physical condition.
chronic fatigue syndrome · low energy · reduced stamina · slow recovery
cold hands and feet · limb swelling · heaviness · sluggish circulation
oral ulcers · recurrent inflammation · easy irritation · slow healing