Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture, gua sha, tui na, cupping, herbal remedies, etc.) has been around for thousands of years. Its a safe and effective form of health care, and it gets to the root of the problem. Good health depends on normal flow of blood, body fluid and energy (qi – force that holds everything together). When qi, blood and/or body fluid becomes stagnant it will lead to a disruption in the flow of energy and fluids which will affect the surrounding tissues and eventually affect the organs. The placement of needles, which are very fine and relatively painless, affect the qi of the body by either bringing energy to the area or removing excess energy from the area. Once the organs have become affected, treatment is better with the addition of herbal formulas. Regular treatments are vital to prevention of disease and expedite healing. If your energy is flowing smoothly, your body is working at optimal levels and no disease can occur. An old Chinese saying is: “The inferior Doctor treats the sickness. The good Doctor treats the person and the sickness. The superior Doctor prevents sickness.” Depending on the condition being treated, you can feel relief immediately or in just a few sessions. Chronic cases will tend to take more time. In either acute or chronic cases, acupuncture will help ease you through whatever healing crisis you are facing.

Aloha, my name is Cathrine Wingate, and I am licensed acupuncturist on the Big Island of Hawaii. I work as part of the dynamic health care team at our new facility, East Hawaii Wellness Center, in beautiful, historic Hilo town. I provide quality, one on one, alternative health care to our local community. I offer acupuncture, tui na (Chinese massage), qi gong (energy work), moxibustion, electro-acupuncture, nutritional counseling, as well as natural vitamins, supplements and herbs. I take some insurances including ASH, Ohana and offer a discount for HMSA patients, military, police and fire firefighters. I am a vender with the Veteran's Administration, accepting referrals for veterans at no out of pocket cost to you. Our center includes a variety of practitioners, including massage therapy, chiropractic and reiki. Together, we can give you the kind professional, personal service that you are looking for. Come in and see us today!

Providing Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine in a casual and comfortable setting on the beautiful Kohala Coast on the Big Island of Hawaii. SPECIALTIES: GENTLE ACUPUNCTURE - Effective treatment with or without needles MOXIBUSTION - All forms (Chinese & Japanese) ENERGY WORK - Over 11 years experience in a variety of styles SPECIAL INTERESTS: Migraines/Headaches/Concussion, Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disoder, Musician/Vocal Health, Sensitive Patients, Patients afraid of needles!