Mrs. Lianghui H. Peng, LAc
Acupuncturist
2112 Bissonnet St. Houston TX, 77005About
Liang Peng is an acupuncturist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Peng evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. She has training in Western medicine as well as traditional Chinese medicine, with five years of training in China. Dr. Peng has 35+ years of medical experience in China, England and United States. She established her own medical clinic in the Unites States in 2001 and has been practicing acupuncture and traditional herb medicine since. 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. Peng 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
Hubei University Bachelor's Degree TCM 1985
Board Certification
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
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Mrs. Lianghui H. Peng, LAc's Expert Contributions
How many acupuncture treatments are needed for sciatica?
Sciatica treatments usually take three to ten times. The treatment times depend on the situation of the patient. READ MORE
How do you acupressure your feet?
It is a good question about how can you acupressure your feet. You can use your finger or certain tools to acupressure your feet. READ MORE
Is acupuncture in the neck safe?
It is safe to have acupuncture in the neck if the acupuncturist knows how to practice acupuncture in the neck. Otherwise, it is not safe because some points in the neck are very important for life, if it causes bleeding in the brain during acupuncture. READ MORE
Which is better acupuncture or acupressure?
Acupuncture is better than acupressure, because acupuncture needles going to the body to stimulate the points and process healing. Acupressure only on the surface of the skin, stimulations are not strong enough. But everybody can do acupressure for someone or themselves, only acupuncturists can practice acupuncture, they have many years medical leaning and training. READ MORE
Can a fever be treated with acupuncture?
We can choose some acupuncture points and make bleeding to reduce fever immediately. We also need to find out what reason caused the fever and treat it. We use acupuncture and herbs, they work very well. It is dangerous, though; if someone has a high fever, headache, and vomiting, they need to go to the emergency room. READ MORE
Does acupuncture lower stress about covid-19?
During pandemic time, lots of peoples stay home or work at home. In this situation, people have stress from staying home so long or have pain in their neck or lower back or shoulders or headache. Acupuncture will help them to release the stress and release the pain, and also could help them improve their immune system to protect them from coronavirus. So, acupuncture lowers stress about covid-19. READ MORE
Does acupuncture help nausea?
Acupuncture works very well for nausea, similar digestion disorders, morning sickness, sea sickness, and for cancer patients. READ MORE
Can you get an infection from acupuncture?
Yes, you can get an infection if the practitioner didn't clean the PT's skin or didn't use clean needles. READ MORE
How long do the effects of acupuncture last for anxiety?
PT will feel better after the first time treatments. Usually, PT feels relaxed and calm, sleeps better, has more energy. They need treatments one to three month, one or two times per week. Also, teach them how to manage the stress, no worries, no overthinking. READ MORE
Can acupuncture cause miscarriage in early pregnancy?
Yes, acupuncture can cause miscarriage in early pregnancy if the practitioner not certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) as a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) or Diplomate of Acupuncture (Dipl. Ac.). Or the practitioner acupuncturist doesn't have many experiences. Some acupuncture points cannot be used for pregnancy PT. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help panic attacks?
Acupuncture can help panic attacks. Usually after 1 treatment you will feel better. If you want to continue to help the panic attacks you will need to continue treatments for about 3 months. Depends on the amount of time that you may have been dealing with the panic attacks and if this a chronic condition or the panic attacks have just started. READ MORE
Can acupuncture treat sweating?
Yes. But I need to determine what is causing the excess sweating and if it is a simple solution can take only a few visits (5 or so) coupled with herbal therapy. If the reason for the excess sweating is more complicated then it may require from 1-20 treatments with herbal medications. We can reduce the sweating or totally eliminate it but it has to determined what the cause of the excess sweating is. READ MORE
How long does it take for acupuncture to work for panic attacks?
Usually after you initial treatment you will be able to feel a difference. However, that depends on if this anxiety has been chronic and if so, for how long? If you have been dealing with this for a long period of time then you may require 3 - 6 months of treatment coupled with herbal medicine. But it depends on the cause and the length of time you have been dealing with this and if there are any other physiological issues related to the anxiety. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help prevent a miscarriage?
Yes, it can, and is very good for prevention of miscarriage. READ MORE
Can acupuncture damage nerves?
Acupuncture does not damage nerves if acupuncturists has more than five years study and training and experience. I practice acupuncture thirty years, have had treat millions patients with acupuncture, never had case of damaged nerves. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with skin problems?
Acupuncture can help skin disorders. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help lung problems?
Yes. There are many lung issues that improve with acupuncture treatments. I am a master herbalist as well as an acupuncturist and find that combing the herbs with the acupuncture greatly improves many lung problems. READ MORE
Is acupuncture on the forehead safe?
Yes acupuncture done correctly on the forehead is safe. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help prevent viruses?
Yes it can. Acupuncture together with herbs can help to improve your immune system to prevent getting sick with the virus after exposure and or shorten the time of illness. And if you are sick from a virus the acupuncture with herbs can help your immune system fight the virus and lessen the symptoms and recover quicker. READ MORE
Is there a pressure point to relieve gas?
Yes there is. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Director of Pain Management Hubei Medical University Hospital 1991 - 1994
- Staff Acupuncturist St. John's Cancer Center - London, England 1995 - 1996
- Clinical Supervisor International Institute of Chinese Medicine 1996 - 1998
Professional Memberships
- Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Areas of research
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Get to know Acupuncturist Dr. Lianghui Peng, who practices in Houston, Texas.
Dedicated to elevating and rejuvenating the well-being of her patients, Dr. Peng is the owner and operator of Acupuncture and Holistic Care at her clinic in Houston, Texas. She provides a holistic treatment that is the most ideal for patients’ overall needs and preferences.
Her acupuncture services are commonly intended to treat chronic pain, mood disorders, improve immune system response, induce facelift, and strengthen the ability to recover from trauma and illnesses. These alternative methods of treating a wide array of physical and emotional/psychological disorders have been tried and tested by many local patients in Galleria, Downtown, Bellaire, and River Oaks. Whether it is reducing chronic muscle pain, improving sleeping patterns, or giving oneself a facelift, Acupuncture and Holistic Care has unparalleled expertise and well-trained alternative medicine practitioners to help address these concerns effectively.
With over two decades of truly remarkable expertise and experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Alternative Western Medicine, Dr. Peng examines the entire state of health of each patient in order to determine the best course of treatment. She is able to treat physical disorders such as arthritis, sports injuries, tendonitis, headaches, asthma, as well as mood disorders. She also utilizes acupuncture for pain management, weight loss, and infertility treatment.
In regards to the doctor’s educational background, she studied TCM and Western Medicine at Hubei College, a leading TCM school in China, where she received her medical degree in 1985. From 1986-1990, she served as a resident within the Department of Internal Medicine at Hubei Medical University Hospital. Thereafter, from 1991-1994, she served as Director of the hospital’s Pain Management Program.
The following year, she moved to England and worked as a staff acupuncturist at St. John’s Cancer Center. In 1996, Dr. Peng moved to the United States and worked as Clinical Supervisor at the International Institute of Chinese Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Following her certification with the NCCAOM Medical Examiners and her license from the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, she relocated to Houston, where she continues to practice to this day.
As for her professional affiliations, she is a member of the American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine & the Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine and a key component of Traditional Oriental Medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body and in some cases, electro-stimulation is applied to gently stimulate and exercise weakened muscles. The practice is also used to maintain general health. Acupuncturists treat a variety of physical and psychological issues like internal medicine hypertension or anxiety.
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