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Jay J. Ryu, Ph.D., L.Ac.
Traditional Oriental Medicine Practice
Dr. Jay J. Ryu L.Ac, Ph.D.is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. He holds a Ph.D. from the
prestigious Yuin University and earned a Masters degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine
from the renowned Dongguk Royal University where he was a professor in Oriental
Medicine. Dr. Ryu serves as a core member of Hongik Oriental Medical Association with
extensive research in Acupuncture and Herbology. Dr. Ryu also has been a continuing
education instructor for acupuncturists.
Jay's Practice includes:
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture originated in China over 5,000 years ago. It is a safe and effective natural
therapy that is used to heal illness, prevent disease and improve well-being. Tiny, hair-thin
needles are inserted into specific points in the body where they are gently stimulated to
trigger the body's natural healing response.
According to traditional acupuncture theory, there are twelve energy channels called
"meridians" running vertically along the length of the human body, each linked to specific
internal organs and organ systems. Acupuncture therapy stimulates meridian flow and
harmonizes the body's energy to restore harmony to the affected area.
Medical researchers have begun to examine the mechanisms by which acupuncture brings
about physiological change. Studies have shown that acupuncture influences both the
central and peripheral nervous systems.
In countries such as Japan, Korea, and China which make up about a fifth of the world's
population, acupuncture has been established as a primary form of health care for
thousands of years, where the role of an acupuncturist is comparable to that of the physician.
The World Health Organization of the United Nations (WHO) has cited 104 different
conditions that acupuncture can treat including, migraines, sinusitis, asthma, eye
inflammation, addictions, myopia, duodenal ulcer, trigeminal neuralgia, Meniere's disease,
tennis elbow, paralysis from strong aphasia, sciatica, and osteoarthritis.
In 1995, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reclassified acupuncture needles from
the Class III (investigational device) category to the Class II (safe and effective but requiring
restrictions) Category.
A major conference held to discuss the use, efficacy, and safety of acupuncture was
conducted by the US National Institute of Health in November 1997 which deemed
acupuncture as a useful method for the treatment of a variety of conditions such as post-
operative pain, nausea, migraines, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and lower back pain.
This expanding paradigm is changing the face of medicine as we know it. As a result, more
and more people continue to benefit from acupuncture. So can you.
Traditional Oriental Medicine Practice
Dr. Jay J. Ryu L.Ac, Ph.D.is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. He holds a Ph.D. from the
prestigious Yuin University and earned a Masters degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine
from the renowned Dongguk Royal University where he was a professor in Oriental
Medicine. Dr. Ryu serves as a core member of Hongik Oriental Medical Association with
extensive research in Acupuncture and Herbology. Dr. Ryu also has been a continuing
education instructor for acupuncturists.
Jay's Practice includes:
- Acupuncture
- Herbal Medicine
- Tui Na (Oriental Medical Body Work)
- Cupping
- Qi Gong (Breathing Exercise)
What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture originated in China over 5,000 years ago. It is a safe and effective natural
therapy that is used to heal illness, prevent disease and improve well-being. Tiny, hair-thin
needles are inserted into specific points in the body where they are gently stimulated to
trigger the body's natural healing response.
According to traditional acupuncture theory, there are twelve energy channels called
"meridians" running vertically along the length of the human body, each linked to specific
internal organs and organ systems. Acupuncture therapy stimulates meridian flow and
harmonizes the body's energy to restore harmony to the affected area.
Medical researchers have begun to examine the mechanisms by which acupuncture brings
about physiological change. Studies have shown that acupuncture influences both the
central and peripheral nervous systems.
In countries such as Japan, Korea, and China which make up about a fifth of the world's
population, acupuncture has been established as a primary form of health care for
thousands of years, where the role of an acupuncturist is comparable to that of the physician.
The World Health Organization of the United Nations (WHO) has cited 104 different
conditions that acupuncture can treat including, migraines, sinusitis, asthma, eye
inflammation, addictions, myopia, duodenal ulcer, trigeminal neuralgia, Meniere's disease,
tennis elbow, paralysis from strong aphasia, sciatica, and osteoarthritis.
In 1995, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reclassified acupuncture needles from
the Class III (investigational device) category to the Class II (safe and effective but requiring
restrictions) Category.
A major conference held to discuss the use, efficacy, and safety of acupuncture was
conducted by the US National Institute of Health in November 1997 which deemed
acupuncture as a useful method for the treatment of a variety of conditions such as post-
operative pain, nausea, migraines, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and lower back pain.
This expanding paradigm is changing the face of medicine as we know it. As a result, more
and more people continue to benefit from acupuncture. So can you.