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What does a ’95 Corvette have to do with Integrated Health Care? By Samuel Lo

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Do Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, and Osteopathy seem like jagged puzzle pieces that don’t seem to fit together?   If so, you’re certainly not alone.   I used to practice purely Chinese medicine and acupuncture, and was frustrated to see that my patient’s problem just kept coming back. To bridge the gap in care, I enrolled in a Toronto Osteopathy college and started my journey to become an osteopath.   Why osteopathy?   Well, I always like to use the analogy of a fine-tuned sports car…   …Imagine a beautiful 2005 Red Corvette that has endured wear and tear through its 10 years of use.   First, to keep the car running smoothly and its doors and gas pedals working optimally, you need lubricants. Lubricants are the engine oil, grease in the axil, oil for door hinges, etc.   I like to think of Acupuncture like the lubricants. Lubricants help […]

“Will Acupuncture Hurt?” Toronto Acupuncture Clinic

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Nearly everyone who has entered into Toronto Acupuncture Clinic for their first acupuncture treatment wants to know:   “Will Acupuncture Hurt?”   As a Registered Acupuncturist in Toronto, my short answer is “yes and no.”   Yes, because it does hurt – but not in the way they’re asking me about.   See, when most people think about getting an acupuncture treatment, they imagine being poked and prodded with “scary” hypodermic needles. These are the needles that are normally used in syringes to either inject or extract fluids from the body.   Hypodermic needles are “hollow” (with a hole on their tip). They have a sharp wedge or beveled edge used to “cut” into the tissue.   Are you squirming in your seat?   That’s how most people react when they imagine these hypodermic needles. And some people have a phobia to these needles that is called, aichmophobia (fear of pointed […]

Have an injury? Here’s what to avoid! Toronto Acupuncture Clinic

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One of the most common questions I get asked is, “should I use heat or cold for an injury?”   And when I answer, “heat,” people often look perplexed…   …They start thinking about all of the times mainstream medicine practitioners recommended they use ice after an injury.   Here’s why it’s best to use heat after an injury: While the cold is good for the temporary relief of pain, you could be inhibiting the injury repair process by using ice.   So unless you’re a performance athlete who needs to function without pain, then you’re better off using heat outside the acute phase of injury (2-3 days after injury).   Mainstream medicine recommends injured patients use ice to “decrease inflammation.” However, the issue with that is inflammation is perfectly normal.   Ice decreases inflammation. However, inflammation is a completely natural bodily response to help the body protect itself so […]

Graduation and the Future

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I did it.  I graduated.  It only took 7 years.  It has been one of the rockiest rides i have ever been on.  Now i am a D.O.M.P (osteopathic manual practitioner). I want to thank my family starting with my wife Lotus.  She stood by me during this difficult period of my life and I need to thank her for taking care of our family (Tyberius and Nyota).  My Mom and dad.  Again, i could not have done with without their support.  Thank you for supporting me and standing by me. My osteopathic family – Fogg, Hamilton, Dennis, Kenny.  I could have not survived this without your support and all those long study sessions.  Robert Morelli, Judith Green thank, Jane Stark you so much for your kindness and words of wisdom.  I will forever cherish your advice. Now that i have graduated, i want to spend more time with my […]

Thesis Submitted!

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I woke up this morning and thought that my thesis was due today! Oh wait my thesis is due today! Embarking on the journey of writing a thesis can be a daunting task, but with dedication, perseverance, and a well-structured plan, anyone can transform from a novice to a thesis-writing hero. This transformation involves several key steps: Choosing the Right Topic: Begin by selecting a topic that truly interests you and aligns with your academic and career goals. A passionate connection to the subject matter is the first step towards success. Thorough Research: Dive into comprehensive research to gather relevant data, literature, and supporting evidence for your thesis. A hero’s journey involves thorough exploration and understanding of the chosen subject. Creating a Solid Outline: Develop a clear and organized outline for your thesis, outlining the structure, chapters, and key points. This roadmap will keep you on track throughout the writing […]

Biography of Samuel Lo

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In 1994 I was involved in a bike accident, and I had difficulties walking. The Western physicians wanted to do surgery, but my mom was insistent that we seek alternative healthcare. She asked all her friends who to go to and Dr. Lum Mun was the one I was introduced to by Mrs. Lau (a family friend). So my mom took me to Scarborough to her clinic which was a small dank little room behind the bookstore. Nothing was clean and there were mice. She said that she can get me walking pain-free within six weeks. Within four weeks I was walking without pain. I was really impressed. Around this point in time, mom was involved in a car accident, and was seeking help from dr lim. Dr lim asked me to treat mom “massage here everyday” so I did. When dr lam checked her over the week after, she was […]

CBC Metro Morning: Cupping April 30 2014

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I was listening to the CBC radio 99.1, and in Metro Morning News with Matt Galloway and health columnist Dr Peter Lin.  They talked about Chinese Medicine and the art of cupping, history, and current studies about cupping.  Really interesting stuff.  Here is the link! Wednesday April 30, 2014 Cupping

Chinese Medicine and Osteopathy

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Chinese medicine and Osteopathy are more similar in philosophy than they are different.  How they go about treatment is different, but generally, the philosophy is the same. In Osteopathy, the principals are as follows: 1.  The rule of the artery is absolute 2.  Structure governs function 3.  The unity of function 4.  The body heals itself Now if we take this from a TCM perspective: 1.  The rule of the artery is absolute really talks about qi and blood.  There is a famous Chinese medical saying: ”Bu tong ze tong, tong ze bu tong.” This is roughly translated as, “If there is not free flow, there is pain. If there is free flow, there is no pain.” So if an artery is pinched anywhere it can cause ischemia, and with time malnutrition to a region of a the body. 2.  Structure governs function is taught as the theory of Yin and Yang. […]

Update

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The fist draft of my thesis is complete. I now need to polish it up! Registered R.TCMP and R.ACU! Toronto Asian integrative medicine symposium. Osteopathy symposium at the CCO.

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