Shangri-la
Shangri-la means utopia - a permanently happy land. Our clinic's mission is to provide hope and happiness to our patients through effective, non-invasive treatments. Our licensed professionals provide compassionate and effective healthcare.
With 40 years of clinical experience, Young Su Kim, L.Ac, succeeded in treating various cancer patients through his knowledge of moxibustion and acupuncture as well as many other injuries and issues including, but not limited to, plantar fasciitis, bone and joint injuries, gastrointestinal disorders, fatigue, and menstrual cramps. Shangri-la Integrated clinic offers modern moxibustion or smart moxa, where we can help treat various ailments through new, patented machines (see below) without any of the consequences of traditional moxibustion therapy.
Insurance
Our practice accepts insurance for patients, including Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem, CareFirst. In order to best serve you, please go to our www.shangrilaclinic.com/contact page and book an appointment and we will confirm if we receive your insurance.
Contact
➤ LOCATION
12501 Popes Head Rd Clifton 20124 VA
Office Hours
Monday - Sunday
7AM - 8PM
☎ CONTACT
shangrilama.clinic@gmail.com
(571) 319-6468
Areas of Practice
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a form of heat therapy in which dried plant materials called "moxa" are burned on or very near the surface of the skin. The intention is to warm and invigorate the flow of Qi in the body and dispel certain pathogenic influences.
Cupping
The cupping technique involves using suction with glass cups over certain areas of the body It has many purposes such as decreasing pain, inflammation, increasing blood flow, and act as a type of deep-tissue massage.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a form of treatment that involves inserting very thin needles through a person's skin at specific points on the body. It is used to regulate and restore the balance of the body, to assist and accelerate the healing process.
Herbal medicine
Herbalism works by re-establishing the natural balance and harmony within the body. An herbal prescription will include several herbs working together in combination to treat the person as the whole. Herbal medicine is especially effective in the areas of infertility, menstrual irregularities, skin conditions and acute illness such as colds and flu. Herbal medicine can be consumed as tablets, capsules, powders, teas, extracts, and fresh or dried plants.