Why do some people go gluten free?
Celiac disease – an autoimmune disorder that leads to the body creating antibodies against the protein gluten (commonly found in wheat, rye, and barley). It leads to damage to the small intestinal villi. Celiac disease is associated with specific genetic markers, and those who have the gene may have a greater risk of developing celiac […]
Fibromyalgia and SIBO
SIBO definition: Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Simplified version, too much bacteria in the wrong place in the gut, namely in the small intestine. SIBO symptoms are associated with bloating, abdominal pain, poor digestion, and increased risk of development of food sensitivities associated with intestinal permeability. Fibromyalgia and SIBO Fibromyalgia sufferers experience an array of chronic […]
Does Acupuncture Actually Work for Back Pain?
Below is an article about common low back pain issues that I see in my acupuncture clinic in Grand Rapids, MI. Non-specific low back pain can be a frustrating issue for many patients. Improvements may occur with one modality such as physical therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic care, home exercise, and or medications. However, if patients are […]
What should I know about Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease where the body’s own immune system reacts to a special collection of protein called gluten. It leads to intestinal wall damage along with digestive issues. Commonly it presents as bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, malabsorption, weight loss. Some people may even develop a classic rash called dermatitis herpetiformis. An […]
Coming soon!
Putting together the nuts and bolts of a clinic and setting up virtual shop takes some time! I hope some of the content I already have up is helpful for those who are anticipating Uplift Health’s opening. The prospective date to start to see patients will be January 2022. I will start to open up […]
Free 15 minute Consults
Dr. Zhiling Trowbridge is booking free 15-minute consults via telemedicine, time slots are now open. Learn more about how you can improve your chronic health condition, chronic pain, or develop your understanding of integrative medicine and holistic health. We can do a basic review of your health condition and learn more about how complementary and alternative […]
Acupuncture openings now available
Japanese style acupuncture Have you ever been curious whether acupuncture could be helpful for your health condition but aren’t sure if it could be right for you? Dr. Zhiling Trowbridge practices Japanese Style Acupuncture and provides a palpation based acupuncture approach. Acupuncture is based on the theory of meridians or 12 major channels of the […]
New Location
Uplift Health has moved into a new space! Acupuncture will now be upstairs at the Flow Chiropractic office on 4945 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids MI 49546. I will be conducting integrative medicine consults at both the 3501 Lake Eastbrook SE site and at Flow Chiropractic. Our phone number and email contact information is still […]
Acupuncture flash sale!
Hi all! In celebration of spring, Uplift Health is offering 50% off your initial acupuncture treatment. The initial visit is 90 minutes and includes an assessment followed by a treatment. That’s just $75. If you are already a patient you can refer a friend for a 15% discount off your next visit (other discounts and […]
Acupuncture Relaxation Day
Hello all! I wanted to announce Uplift Health’s first event — Acupuncture Relaxation Day. It’s a time for people to reset and recharge by getting a short acupuncture treatment at our 3501 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SE location. I wanted to give people who haven’t tried acupuncture before an opportunity to see for themselves what it […]
