Sarah Langthorne, L.Ac
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Sarah is a licensed acupuncturist and board certified herbalist, practicing in both Indiana and Illi
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This statement is too common...
I hear people accept and normalize their symptoms, "because it's always been like that", or because "everyone in my family has rough cycles". I've seen so many people who just believe that throughout the month, they'll just need to call off of work because they're in pain, or that they just have PMDD or PMS and there's nothing that can be done about it.
Common symptoms are still treatable symptoms.
Working with patients, I use a combination of acupuncture, lifestyle and dietary changes to help get them back into their comfortable rhythms and cycles-
And some have never experienced that before.
One of the ways Chinese medicine is different is that it addresses you as a whole person, using science and tested recommendations to help retrain your body out of its pattern.
Acupuncture has a direct effect on hormone levels and function, as well as blood circulation, making it highly effective at relieving the cause of common period symptoms including migraines, fatigue, cramps, back pain, irritability, mood swings, and irregular cycles.
There's a lot you can do to change your health.
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When you see your acupuncturist wearing a scarf...
Happy fall everyone!
Now's the time I start seeing allergies, migraines, colds and fatigue in the clinic. Here are some quick tips to help you stay healthy through this season.
🍁 Stay bundled! Keeping certain areas covered helps to improve blood and fluid circulation, which your lymphatic system needs to function. Better circulation = better lymph function!
🍁 Have warm foods and drinks! This doesn't just apply to temperatures, but also to qualities of foods and spices. For example, ginger, fennel and cardamom are considered warming. They help improve digestion and circulation, keeping our metabolism strong.
🍁 Avoid exposure! When you exercise, your pores stay open for a while. You might feel warm when you leave the gym, but your body is extra sensitive to the cold weather exposure, which can make fluid and muscles contract quickly and inhibit circulation. Bring an extra layer to bundle!
.this is also why we recommend staying covered after cupping or gua sha.
And a bonus tip!
🍁 See your local acupuncturist! 🍁
We specialize in helping you through colds, allergies, migraines and seasonal changes because understanding how your body responds to it's environment. It's part of how we diagnose.
Happy fall!
It's officially fall! Here are some quick tips from your friendly neighborhood acupuncturist to help you keep healthy while the seasons change!
Tip 1:
Keep your neck covered. You have a ton of superficial lymph nodes that are easily influenced by exposure to cold temps.
Keep your neck warm! Good circulation means good immune function.
Tip 2:
Have warm foods and beverages! Cold foods can inhibit circulation and are difficult to digest.
Tip 3:
If you workout and sweat, stay extra bundled, and change your clothes! Hanging out in wet clothes when your pores are open makes then especially sensitive to the cold weather.
And bonus tip #4:
See your acupuncturist. We're specialists at treating colds, flu, and allergies.
Happy fall!
09/17/2022
Officially a member of Chamber of Commerce!
Looking for your local acupuncturist and board-certified herbalist?
I'm it! Find me in the new North Center magazine, newsletters, on their website & directory, and my own link is in my bio.
I'm so excited to be a part of this continually growing and welcoming community, and to offer my specialized services.
See you soon!
08/16/2022
We are pleased to announce that we're opening up our schedule for evening appointments!
If you have had a difficult time with consistency because of your 9-5 schedule, these appointment blocks are for you.
We take bookings online and by phone at 773-756-2325 &
TheAcupunctureTranslator.com
Schedule soon, evening appointments can fill up quickly!
We're here for you.
07/03/2022
Cupping to treat digestive issues! You can apply cups anywhere in the body, including the abdomen.
The suction from the cups gently pulls at the tissue, releasing tension in the smooth muscle of the digestive system and the surrounding tissue. This creates more space for proper digestive movement.
I was told later that these cupping marks got very dark, and the patient felt a lot of relief.
06/17/2022
Many people still don't know that much about how acupuncture can help them. ...or how it's helps them.
Acupuncture has strong effects on the regulation of the nervous system, retraining your body out of patterns of ill-functioning. The body is always seeking balance, called homeostasis, and can fall into certain patterns of behavior.
Acupuncture looks at how all of your symptoms are connected and gives it specific stimulation to trigger your body to adjust. Treatments are about teaching your body to change its patterns, and regular treatments help to solidify the new physiological behaviors.
Here's one way your emotional health and mindset affects your physical health.
I walked by a woman today who was in a state of hyper-vigilance. She was uncomfortable as we were walking by each other and clearly got angry when I happened to sneeze, (away from her and with my face covered).
She was carrying her body very tightly and moving stiffly, demonstrating signs of high stress mindset and body posture.
How you think and feel affects how your body moves and functions, and she demonstrated this perfectly!
06/07/2022
A lovely day for some cupping!
Curious what it can do for you? Watch my YouTube video and subscribe to my channel The Acupuncture Translator to find out more!
06/02/2022
We've adjusted our schedule a bit to accommodate summer!
Now's a great time to come in for a treatment, we're booking online!
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05/27/2022
By popular demand, we're now open for treatments on Saturday!
Take the afternoon for a nice acunap.
Appointments are available from 3-6pm, so if Saturdays are your days, head to my website to book online!
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See you soon!
05/25/2022
05/18/2022
Take a break, put your phone down.
Poor posture can contribute to:
Headaches
Neck pain
Chest pain
Difficulty breathing
Anxiety
Shoulder pain
Back pain
Depression
Sleep issues
And more!
If you're feeling stuck, come see a professional to help, and take your small steps to wellness.
05/12/2022
If you haven't seen us or had acupuncture yet, you may be wondering what I can do for you.
Dealing with a chronic issue with little relief? That's our specialty.
In pain, but worried about multiple long visits? I got you, with our Just for Pain treatments.
Still unsure about coming into the clinic for your care? We offer telehealth appointments for both nutritional and herbal consultations.
Just need some me-time? The table is all yours.
Afraid of needles? You have options for providing treatment.
I've customized my treatment style to meet your needs. You even have the option of getting your formula delivered straight to your door.
So, what are you waiting for?
05/06/2022
After a long wait, we are up and running!
We offer (of course) Acupuncture, as well as herbal medicine and nutritional consultations.
The goal is not just to see you as a patient forever, it's about giving you the tools you may need to take care of yourself and reset your patterns.
Currently, or booking is predominantly online, and and we are able to offer telehealth appointments for our herbal and nutritional consultations.
We are also able to provide superbills for every appointment if you aren't in our network. Please check with your insurance coverage.
Can't wait to see you!
04/30/2022
Curious about any/ all things acupuncture?
Do you have a bunch of questions for your practitioner when you get treatment, or still haven't gotten acupuncture because you're not sure about it?
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04/15/2022
The book Once and Future King references the first skill of archery to learn is being able to draw your bow and hold it ready for a long time; waiting for the perfect moment to take your shot.
This is my business now. After what already feels like so long, I'm holding the bow; prepared.
After many late nights and T's crossed, we're now just waiting for ...a stamp. A letter. The green light that I can operate and open my doors.
To all those waiting with me,
Thank you!
We're almost there, I'll see you soon.
04/15/2022
So excited to announce that (along with my own clinic space coming soon), I'm collaborating with !
Glow focuses on pregnancy, postpartum and menstrual/ fertility care, offering a range of body work options and now acupuncture!!
I can't recommend them enough for their care, education and support of all those going through the pregnancy and free recovery journey.
I will be there offering acupuncture services Thursday-Saturday starting in May!
For more info, visit www.glowbirthandbody.com
See you there!
04/11/2022
Just like warm spring weather is making its way into the world, we're moving our clinic closer to opening each day!
We plan to be fully open and operational by the end of the month, with the ability to book and pay online, as well as have telehealth appointments from the comfort of your own home.
Stay tuned for updates and announcements! We can't wait to see you!
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04/01/2022
That's it. Last night, I completed my last day at Division Chiro and Acu. I've ended my time as an employee, and am leaping with both feet and a full heart into both being my own boss and running my own clinic space.
So many thanks to all the coworkers, friends and patients I've encountered so far, from whom I've learned so much.
Stay tuned for the next chapter!
03/28/2022
So thrilled and grateful to announce that I'll be opening my own practice in April!
I'll be available for both in-person and telehealth, with online bookings available through my platforms.
For more updates, follow me on and The Acupuncture Translator!
You can also find me at www.theacupuncturetranslator.com 😊
03/28/2022
03/28/2022
I'm so thrilled and grateful to announce that I'll be opening my own practice beginning in April!
I'll be offering in-person appointments in Ravenswood, Chicago, and have telehealth availability throughout IL and IN.
Follow and stay tuned here for more info!
02/22/2021
I am so often asked, "What's the difference between acupuncture and dry needling?" I'm happy to explain.
Dry needling is a technique that is a Westernized adaptation of one style of acupuncture called orthopedic acupuncture, (a style that primarily focuses on musculoskeletal conditions). Dry needling is performed with acupuncture needles, often into acupuncture points, but without any of the theory or knowledge of acupuncture itself. Dry needlers can only needle into muscle tissue, and can only address musculoskeletal issues like muscle pain. Acupuncturists have a more intricate way of mapping the body system, and are not limited to treating pain only.
The main difference, however, is in the training.
To be certified in dry needling, practitioners need very few hours, varying by each state. Because of this short training, they do not get much instruction in needle safety, point location, insertion, depth, and proper needle manipulation. They also do not learn Chinese medicine theory, or how to look at or diagnose the whole person from a Chinese medical perspective. If someone had only a few hours of training, and didn't study chiropractic medicine, would you let them give you an adjustment?
Conversely, the training that an acupuncturist receives in just one term of a generally 4-5 year long Master's program already surpasses the hours needed for a certification in dry needling. By the time we graduate, we have had thousands of hours of hands-on training, including nationally-recognized courses in providing safe treatments and using Clean Field Technique to prevent the spread of disease.
As a result, acupuncturists are not only trained more thoroughly in needle safety and application, we are able to successfully diagnose and treat a wide range of internal issues, especially pain.
02/16/2021
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