Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
in Orlando, FL

What it is: Chronic pain is persistent pain lasting 3 months or longer — in your back, joints, neck, or throughout your body — that doesn't go away even after the original injury heals. Many patients describe it as a dull ache, burning, or stiffness that affects every part of their daily life.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Acupuncture targets the specific meridian pathways driving your pain pattern, reducing inflammation and interrupting the pain-signaling cycle. The Harmonize herbal system addresses internal imbalances — often heat, stagnation, or deficiency — that keep pain chronic. MPS therapy is added for deep tissue and nerve involvement.

What it is: Migraines are intense, often one-sided headaches accompanied by nausea, light sensitivity, and visual disturbances. Chronic headaches can be tension-based, stress-related, or rooted in cervical dysfunction. If you get 4+ headaches per month or rely on pain medication regularly, you know the toll it takes.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Acupuncture at specific head, neck, and gallbladder meridian points has strong clinical evidence for reducing migraine frequency and severity. The Harmonize herbal system addresses the root pattern — often Liver Qi stagnation or blood deficiency — that triggers migraines. Many patients see dramatic reduction within 6–8 sessions.

What it is: Fibromyalgia causes widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep problems, and cognitive difficulties ("fibro fog"). It's one of the most commonly misunderstood conditions — often dismissed or undertreated by conventional medicine. Patients frequently describe feeling pain all over, exhaustion that doesn't improve with rest, and a sense that no one believes them.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: TCM recognizes fibromyalgia as a complex deficiency pattern affecting Qi, Blood, and the nervous system. Acupuncture calms the central sensitization driving widespread pain. The Harmonize herbal system nourishes the underlying deficiencies. Infrared therapy reduces inflammation and improves circulation. This multi-modal approach is why fibromyalgia patients respond so well at Spectrum WellCare.

What it is: Back and neck pain are among the most common conditions Dr. Purohit treats — from acute injuries to degenerative disc disease, herniated discs, stenosis, and postural dysfunction. Whether it started with an accident, sitting at a desk, or came on slowly over years, it disrupts sleep, work, and everything in between.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Acupuncture relaxes muscle spasm, reduces local inflammation, and restores normal nerve signaling along the spine. MPS therapy specifically targets scar tissue and stubborn myofascial trigger points that needles can't fully reach. Most patients feel measurable improvement within the first 2–3 sessions.

What it is: Sciatica is shooting pain, numbness, or tingling that travels from the lower back through the buttock and down the leg — often to the foot. It's caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. It can make sitting, standing, driving, and sleeping unbearable.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Acupuncture along the bladder and gallbladder meridians decompresses the nerve pathway and reduces the surrounding inflammation. MPS therapy directly targets the piriformis and surrounding tissues that compress the sciatic nerve. Patients who've had sciatica for months often experience significant relief within the first few visits.

What it is: Gut health issues range from IBS, bloating, and constipation to Crohn's disease, acid reflux, and chronic nausea. Many patients are told there's "nothing wrong" despite significant daily discomfort. The gut-brain connection means digestive problems often tie directly to stress and nervous system imbalance.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Chinese medicine views digestion as central to all health. Acupuncture regulates the enteric nervous system and reduces gut hypersensitivity. The Harmonize herbal system is particularly powerful here — custom formulas addressing your specific pattern (Spleen deficiency, Liver invading Stomach, damp-heat) can produce dramatic improvements in 4–8 weeks.

What it is: Anxiety is more than worry — it's a persistent state of tension, racing thoughts, shallow breathing, and physical symptoms like chest tightness, insomnia, and digestive upset. Many patients want relief without relying on medication long-term, or find that medication alone isn't enough.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Acupuncture activates the parasympathetic nervous system — the body's "rest and digest" mode — and regulates cortisol levels. Points along the Heart and Pericardium meridians calm the mind and reduce physical anxiety symptoms. The Harmonize herbal system supports the nervous system between sessions with adaptogenic and calming herbs tailored to your pattern.

What it is: PTSD involves flashbacks, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, sleep disturbances, and an overactive stress response that doesn't shut off. It affects veterans, first responders, and anyone who's experienced trauma. Many patients feel stuck in a cycle that therapy alone hasn't fully resolved.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: The VA now officially uses acupuncture for veteran PTSD — and for good reason. Acupuncture regulates the amygdala's fear response, lowers cortisol, and improves sleep quality. For veterans, this is fully covered by VA Community Care benefits at Spectrum WellCare. Dr. Purohit works alongside mental health providers for integrated care.

What it is: Insomnia means difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early — leaving you exhausted, irritable, and unable to function at your best. Chronic insomnia affects mood, immune function, pain levels, and cognitive performance. Sleep medication often creates dependence without addressing the underlying cause.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Chinese medicine identifies insomnia by its specific pattern — Heart-Kidney disharmony, Liver Qi stagnation, blood deficiency. Acupuncture calms the nervous system and restores the natural sleep-wake cycle. The Harmonize herbal system provides nightly support between sessions. Most patients begin noticing improved sleep quality within 3–4 sessions.

What it is: Chronic inflammation underlies many of the most stubborn health conditions — joint pain, digestive disorders, inflammation flares, fatigue, and more. When the body's inflammatory response stays activated long after an injury or trigger has passed, it becomes the driver of ongoing symptoms rather than a healing response.

How Dr. Purohit treats it: Acupuncture modulates the body's inflammatory signaling pathways, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines and restoring balance. The Harmonize herbal system addresses the internal pattern driving chronic inflammation — Heat, Damp-Heat, or Blood Stasis — with targeted formulas that work between sessions. Infrared therapy is added for deep tissue inflammation.