Dr. Alexandre Yves Hillairet DAOM
Acupuncturist
2660 E. Main Street Suite 202 Ventura CA, 93003About
Alexandre Hillairet is an acupuncturist practicing in Ventura, CA. Dr. Hillairet evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points and nerves is how Dr. Hillairet treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
Education and Training
Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine Master's degree of Oriental Medicine 2004
Emperor's College of Oriental Medicine Doctorate of Oriental Medicine 2011
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Does acupuncture help in weight loss?
If food is used as a way to cope with anxiety and depression, or if you have pain in your body and it prevents you from exercising, then acupuncture can help reduce your symptoms to become more physically and mentally fit. It is also very important to create a nutrition plan to address the food intake. Acupuncture, exercise, and a healthy diet will help you reach your goals. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM. READ MORE
Does it hurt when acupuncture needles are inserted in the body?
If Acupuncture is performed correctly, it should be fairly painless. I always tell my patients that I also work on children and they respond very well to acupuncture. If a child is comfortable with the therapy, then most likely you should be fine. Acupuncture is an excellent therapy to reduce and treat headaches. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help in treating vertigo?
There are multiple causes for this condition. We find that acupuncture provides excellent results for patients who also experience chronic sinus infections, congestion, and ear symptoms. It is very common to find that vertigo is only a symptom of a condition and it is associated with other symptoms. Upon discovery of the condition, appropriate acupuncture therapy can provide excellent results. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM. READ MORE
Is it true that people suffering from high blood pressure should not try acupuncture?
People who are suffering from high blood pressure can use acupuncture and there is no side effects. Acupuncture can actually complement a conventional therapy to reduce the blood pressure. If a patient chooses acupuncture and a diet plan to lose weight and if the outcome is positive, he or she might see their blood pressure decrease over time. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM. READ MORE
Can an acupuncturist help me with my sleep disorder?
Acupuncture can help you manage your sleep better as it is usually recommended for people who are experiencing insomnia. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM. READ MORE
I feel very sleepy after my acupuncture session. Is this normal?
There is nothing to be worried about, however, it is important to eat a snack before starting an acupuncture session. If this feeling persists, I would recommend to discuss it with your acupuncturist. The treatment time might need to be reduced or the treatment protocol might need to be modified. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM. READ MORE
How does acupuncture treat indigestion?
It seems like your husband has had this condition for a long time. Was his condition reviewed by his physician to rule out any life-threatening condition? If it is the case, then your husband could start acupuncture. Following the initial evaluation, the practitioner will be able to define the cause of the condition and create a treatment protocol. The practitioner will also review your husband's diet to identify the triggers. Herbal medicine might be suggested with this condition to increase the chance of success. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM READ MORE
Is acupuncture a complementary treatment or does it treat ailments by itself?
It is a very interesting question and we should categorize the answer. A patient who is being treated for cancer will experience some side effects from chemotherapy and radiation. Acupuncture is a complement to the therapy and it reduces the side effects such as nausea or skin sensitivity. A patient who is being treated for pain might be taking some prescribed medications: Acupuncture will help the patient reduce the dosage or completely stop the prescription under the supervision of the ordering physician. Then, this patient might only use acupuncture to maintain his or her body condition. Patients who are usually familiar with acupuncture will choose this modality to treat most of their ailments, however, acupuncturists are limited by their scope of practice and they will have to refer out if the condition requires an emergency medical intervention. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM READ MORE
How does acupuncture help in treating infertility?
A patient, who has been diagnosed with infertility, might have many issues that are affecting her reproductive system to function well. These issues could be: stress, anxiety, depression, low libido, Irregular cycle, endometriosis... The role of the acupuncturist is to understand the patient and her condition. For the assessment to be complete, we will recommend that the male partner has a full check-up as well. Acupuncture is a medical procedure that will help balancing the nervous system and increase blood flow within the organs in order to set the stage for pregnancy. Furthermore, plants and a modified diet are usually prescribed in conjunction to the acupuncture therapy to provide maximum results. Alexandre Hillairet, DAOM READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- National Board of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
- California Board of Acupuncture
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Ventura Lions Club
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