about traditional chinese medicine & our approach
Acupuncture originated in China over 3,000 years ago. It is part of the Traditional Chinese Medicine system. Acupuncture helps to prevent illnesses by improving the overall functionality of the body's immune and organ systems. The guiding principle of Traditional Chinese Medicine is to restore and sustain health by treating each individual as an integrated whole of body, mind and spirit. One of the foundational principles of Chinese medicine is that physical and emotional discomfort can be caused by a lack of balance in the energy flow of the body. When our body is in balance, our symptoms subside.
Conditions commonly treated with acupuncture:
- Addictions
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Common Cold
- Constipation
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Digestive Disorders
- Dizziness
- Emotional Disorders
- Eye DisordersFacial Palsy / Tics
- Fibromyalgia
- Fibromyalgia
- Headache / Migraines
- Hiccough
- Hypertension
- Immune Disorders / Allergies
- Incontinence
- Infertility
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Low Back Pain
- Menopause
- Menstrual Irregularities
- Morning Sickness
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Nausea / Vomiting
- Neurological Disorders (i.e. Parkinson's, MS)
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
- Pneumonia
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Rhinitis
- Sciatica
- Seasonal Affective Disorders
- Sinusitis
- Sleep Disturbances
- Sore Throat
- Stress
- Stroke
- Tennis Elbow
- TMJ
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Urinary Tract Infections
Meet lila
Dr. lila ho-takeda
Doctor of Acupuncture, BScN
Lila Ho-Takeda is a registered acupuncturist known for her calm, compassionate, and patient-centered approach to care. She takes the time to truly listen and understand each patient’s unique concerns, health history, and goals. As a former registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Lila brings many years of healthcare experience to her acupuncture practice. Her background in Western medicine, combined with her training in Traditional Chinese Medicine, allows her to provide thoughtful, well-rounded care that is both professional and deeply personalized. Raised and educated in Edmonton, Alberta, Lila attended the University of Alberta before moving to the Lethbridge area in 1986. She later completed her Traditional Chinese Medicine training at the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Lila is committed to creating a calm and welcoming environment where patients can feel comfortable, supported, and at ease. Every treatment is individualized, with care tailored to the specific needs of each patient. Her focus is on developing thoughtful treatment plans that not only address symptoms, but also support meaningful and lasting improvements in overall health and well-being. Patients often value not only Lila’s clinical knowledge and professionalism, but also her gentle nature and compassionate approach. Her goal is to help each person feel cared for, supported, and confident in their path toward better health and wellness.