Meet your acupuncturist: Alissa Lamb, LAc, MSAOM

Meet your acupuncturist: Alissa Lamb, LAc, MSAOM

Alissa Lamb (she/her) is the newest member of our expert provider team here at Turning Pointe and we couldn’t be more excited for our patients!

Alissa is an NCCAOM Board Certified Acupuncturist and licensed massage therapist specializing in orthopedics, myofascial issues, and chronic pain. She has advanced training in sports medicine acupuncture and enjoys helping her patients identify the root cause of pain and movement dysfunction to avoid future injuries and return to activities that they love. Read on to learn more about what drew Alissa to acupuncture, how she approaches her practice, where you can find her outside of the clinic, and more!

Decoding Decongestants: Finding the Right Over-The-Counter Relief

Decoding Decongestants: Finding the Right Over-The-Counter Relief

Sinus congestion can often linger this time of year, especially after recovering from everything from the common cold to RSV. However, for a lot of folks, it’s unclear which over-the-counter remedies actually work. 

Winslett Carr, LAc walks us through some safe, effective, and reliable Chinese Medicine formulas for congestion relief.

Harmonizing Digestion in the Holiday Season

Harmonizing Digestion in the Holiday Season

The holiday season is here again and for many this time of year, annual festivities are accompanied by rich meals or appetizers at parties, indulgent holiday desserts, possibly imbibing a bit more than typical, and burning the midnight oil to avoid FOMO.

Whatever your plans this holiday season, Winslett Carr, LAc, MAcOM offers some simple practices that can help you harmonize your mind and body, balance indulgent celebrations, and recover quickly from the festivities.

Transitioning to Fall with Chinese Medicine

Transitioning to Fall with Chinese Medicine

In Chinese medicine, the fall season is associated with the Lung and Large Intestine meridians and organs – think taking in what you need and letting go of what no longer serves you

Winslett Carr, LAc, MAcOM offers some simple diet and lifestyle guidance following TCM principles for this transitional time of year.

Before, During, and After Acupuncture: Tips for How to Feel Your Best

Before, During, and After Acupuncture: Tips for How to Feel Your Best

You’ve booked a new patient visit and are excited to begin treatment but you’ve never had acupuncture before and aren’t sure how to prepare. Or, maybe you’re several sessions into your treatment plan and wondering if you could be doing anything differently to benefit your care.

Winslett Carr, LAc, MAcOM offers her tips on what to do before, during, and after acupuncture treatment so you arrive prepared and leave with self-assurance that you’re extending the benefits of your treatment long after your visit.