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Dr. Carol Revak, NMD

Acupuncturist

Dr. Carol Revak NMD is a top Acupuncturist in Tucson, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Carol Revak NMD is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Carol Revak NMD is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Carol Revak NMD is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Tucson, AZ, Dr. Carol Revak NMD is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Dr. Carol Revak, NMD
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Does acupuncture help in treating skin disorders?

Along with Chinese herbs and dietary therapy, small studies have shown acupuncture to help relieve, itching, inflammation and skin changes in eczema and other skin disorders.

Can acupuncture help with ulcer pain?

Studies have shown that acupuncture helps with healing of both duodenal (small intestine) and gastric (stomach) ulcers with healing verified by gastroscopy in some cases. A few READ MORE
Studies have shown that acupuncture helps with healing of both duodenal (small intestine) and gastric (stomach) ulcers with healing verified by gastroscopy in some cases. A few weeks of acupuncture along with dietary recommendations and abstaining from alcohol and cigarettes gave the best results.

Lately I've been experiencing a lot of fatigue. Can acupuncture help?

Yes, it can help improve energy on many levels. Acupuncture can balance hormones and neurotransmitters, help improve sleep, reduce stress and restore digestive function to extract READ MORE
Yes, it can help improve energy on many levels. Acupuncture can balance hormones and neurotransmitters, help improve sleep, reduce stress and restore digestive function to extract nutrition from food. Of course, it is important to rule out any underlying health problems that may be contributing to fatigue.

Can acupuncture help with nausea?

There is a specific acupuncture point named Pericardium 6 that has a great track record for treating nausea. A search for the point on the internet gives the precise location of READ MORE
There is a specific acupuncture point named Pericardium 6 that has a great track record for treating nausea. A search for the point on the internet gives the precise location of the point which can also be treated with acupressure (without needles). Pressing this point for several minutes can really help!

How is arthritis treated with acupuncture?

Yes! In fact, Chinese medicine has such a thorough understanding of arthritis, that joint pain falls under a special category called "Bi Syndrome." Acupuncture along with Chinese READ MORE
Yes! In fact, Chinese medicine has such a thorough understanding of arthritis, that joint pain falls under a special category called "Bi Syndrome." Acupuncture along with Chinese herbal formula has helped improve many types of joint dysfunction for centuries.

Can acupuncture help in relieving my mother's depression?

A 2013 article published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine showed that electroacupuncture was just as effective as Fluoxetine (generic Prozac) in reducing READ MORE
A 2013 article published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine showed that electroacupuncture was just as effective as Fluoxetine (generic Prozac) in reducing symptoms of depression. So, it is certainly worth giving it a try. Be aware that more than one treatment is necessary to see results. Because you classify your mother's depression as extreme, even though she is afraid of medications, please be sure she is also working with her doctor.

Is acupuncture helpful in treating anemia?

One study showed that acupuncture can increase serum ferritin, a protein that stores, releases and transports blood iron. However, since there are many different types and causes READ MORE
One study showed that acupuncture can increase serum ferritin, a protein that stores, releases and transports blood iron. However, since there are many different types and causes of anemia, a proper diagnosis is essential. Anemia can be from a primary blood cell deficiency or can occur secondary to another disease. So, whether acupuncture can help depends on the cause of the anemia.

How effective are acupressure slippers?

There are many pressure points on the bottom of the feet, but only one acupuncture point. So, the pressure points accessed with "acupressure" slippers may be more related to a READ MORE
There are many pressure points on the bottom of the feet, but only one acupuncture point. So, the pressure points accessed with "acupressure" slippers may be more related to a system such as reflexology that correlates areas on the feet to organs and systems of the body. A practitioner of reflexology can be a better judge of the slippers.

My wife has no drive for sex. Will acupuncture be able to help at all?

Acupuncture has been used for centuries to enhance sex drive. One factor in its success is diagnosing and treating underlying pattern imbalances in health conditions, whether they READ MORE
Acupuncture has been used for centuries to enhance sex drive. One factor in its success is diagnosing and treating underlying pattern imbalances in health conditions, whether they arise from physical, emotional, or mental issues. It can be very relaxing to a stressed mind, balance hormones responsible for libido and pleasure, and increase vaginal lubrication. Using Chinese herbs along with acupuncture significantly improves outcome.

Is acupuncture helpful in boosting fertility?

Acupuncture has a great success rate for enhancing fertility and can also promote a woman's general health before getting pregnant. Acupuncture helps reduce excess stress which READ MORE
Acupuncture has a great success rate for enhancing fertility and can also promote a woman's general health before getting pregnant. Acupuncture helps reduce excess stress which can affect reproductive hormones, increases blood flow to the sexual organs and balances the endocrine system. However, some medical problems cannot be addressed with acupuncture, such as tubal adhesions.

How can acupuncture help in treating my loud cough?

There are many different reasons for chronic cough such as infections, irritations, allergies, sinus problems, silent reflux, certain medications, etc. Your chest scan was an important READ MORE
There are many different reasons for chronic cough such as infections, irritations, allergies, sinus problems, silent reflux, certain medications, etc. Your chest scan was an important first step to eliminate any visible problems in your respiratory system.

An acupuncturist takes a history along with a tongue and pulse reading to determine the "underlying pattern imbalance" such as Lung Qi deficiency, Lung Yin deficiency, etc. The principles of Chinese Medicine guide the acupuncturist in diagnosing and treating a condition, even when the cause is not obvious.

Can insomnia be treated with acupuncture?

Both acupuncture and Chinese herbs have shown great results for improving sleep. They are very effective in calming the nervous system, reducing pain, balancing hormones. Especially READ MORE
Both acupuncture and Chinese herbs have shown great results for improving sleep. They are very effective in calming the nervous system, reducing pain, balancing hormones. Especially effective are the acupoints on the ears as they can help to balance neurotransmitters important for sleep. Give it a try!

Does acupuncture help in treating depression?

Mood disorders (depression, stress, anxiety) is an area where acupuncture excels. Your daughter can begin acupuncture treatments while she is still on antidepressants. If her READ MORE
Mood disorders (depression, stress, anxiety) is an area where acupuncture excels. Your daughter can begin acupuncture treatments while she is still on antidepressants. If her intention is to reduce her medication dosage over time, it is critically important to do that with her doctor. If you could find an acupuncturist who can work with her doctor, this team approach could be very effective in transitioning to a more natural approach in her treatment of depression.

Can acupuncture improve sleep?

Depending of the cause of the insomnia, acupuncture can be very helpful. It is especially effective when anxiety is at the root of poor sleep as it is very calming to the nervous READ MORE
Depending of the cause of the insomnia, acupuncture can be very helpful. It is especially effective when anxiety is at the root of poor sleep as it is very calming to the nervous system, It is also very effective when pain is the reason that keeps a person from sleeping. For sleep apnea (disordered breathing) or other medical conditions, it is important to receive appropriate medical treatments and use acupuncture as a complementary treatment.

Why do I have so much gas and bloating?

Having some intestinal gas is a natural product of the digestive process. Excessive gas and bloating can be caused by excess air swallowing while eating, drinking fluids with meals, READ MORE
Having some intestinal gas is a natural product of the digestive process. Excessive gas and bloating can be caused by excess air swallowing while eating, drinking fluids with meals, drinking carbonated beverages, or by bacterial action in the colon. Foods high in soluble fiber and some carbohydrates can increase gas and bloating as a result of bacterial action in the digestive tract. Some of these include foods in the cabbage family, beans, and onions.

Some people lack the enzyme responsible for digesting lactose, a type of sugar in dairy products, which results in gas and bloating. Since different food groups require different enzymes, one school of thought believes combining certain food groups at the same meal can cause more gas and bloating. Finally, after years of a poor quality diet, the development of irritable bowel syndrome can challenge the digestive process and result in more gas and bloating.

Can acupuncture help me in managing stress?

Acupuncture excels at managing stress, especially with needling points on the ears, as they access calming neurotransmitters. Many studies have shown the benefit of acupuncture READ MORE
Acupuncture excels at managing stress, especially with needling points on the ears, as they access calming neurotransmitters. Many studies have shown the benefit of acupuncture in reducing various types of pain.

Is it safe for me to continue my acupuncture during pregnancy?

You ask a very important question. Many women find acupuncture helpful in managing issues that arise during pregnancy...BUT...some acupuncture points must be avoided during pregnancy, READ MORE
You ask a very important question. Many women find acupuncture helpful in managing issues that arise during pregnancy...BUT...some acupuncture points must be avoided during pregnancy, such as those that stimulate uterine contractions. So, be sure to work with an acupuncturist with knowledge of points that are "forbidden" during pregnancy.

Is it advisable to take acupuncture treatment along with normal medication?

It is not a problem to have acupuncture while on medication for hypertension. However, it is wise to be cautious when a person is on blood-thinning medications as there could READ MORE
It is not a problem to have acupuncture while on medication for hypertension. However, it is wise to be cautious when a person is on blood-thinning medications as there could be some minor bleeding at points when the needles are withdrawn.

Are acupressure and acupuncture the same?

Acupuncture is done with needles. Acupressure does not use needles but rather pressure on the acupoints usually with fingers. With acupuncture, many needles can be in the body READ MORE
Acupuncture is done with needles. Acupressure does not use needles but rather pressure on the acupoints usually with fingers. With acupuncture, many needles can be in the body at the same time. Whereas with acupressure, the practitioner can only contact 2 points at a time. Acupressure is a nice alternative for folks who don’t want needles.

My mother in law feels very sleepy all through the day. Can acupuncture help her?

It’s likely acupuncture can help depending on the root of the issue. Is she sleepy during the day because she doesn’t sleep well at night or is she getting a full night sleep and READ MORE
It’s likely acupuncture can help depending on the root of the issue. Is she sleepy during the day because she doesn’t sleep well at night or is she getting a full night sleep and still feels sleepy during the day? An acupuncturist would determine the “underlying pattern” by asking this and other questions to find the best treatment plan. Several treatments (6-8) are best to provide relief.