Natural Support for Chronic Infections in Portland
Living with an autoimmune condition can be exhausting. Some days are fine, others feel like your body’s working against you. At Inner Sanctuary Wellness in Portland, we care for folks facing that day-to-day unpredictability with quiet, steady support rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
We focus on calming your immune system without adding more pressure. Our care works with your body to reduce inflammation, support healing, and help you feel more in tune with yourself again.
Helping Your Body Find Balance Again
In TCM, autoimmune illness is seen as an internal disconnect. Something deep inside starts misfiring maybe from built-up heat, stuck energy, or old lingering imbalances.
Acupuncture can help by:
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Gently adjusting the immune system so it’s not overly active or too slow
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Boosting blood flow to ease inflammation
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Calming your nerves (since stress can spark flares)
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Supporting your digestion and hormonal cycles
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Offering space to reconnect with your body without judgment
We’re not here to “fix” your immune system. We’re here to help it settle into a steadier rhythm.
Conditions We Often Work With
Our clients come in with many different autoimmune-related concerns. Some are newly diagnosed, others have been managing things for years. We commonly support people dealing with:
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Hashimoto’s thyroid issues
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Rheumatoid arthritis
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Lupus
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Psoriasis or eczema
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Multiple sclerosis
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Inflammatory bowel issues like Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis
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Chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia (often tied into autoimmune patterns)
Whatever your path looks like, we meet you there.
A Plan That Moves With You
Autoimmune symptoms don’t always follow a straight line; they come and go, shift and return. That’s why we keep your treatment flexible.
Your care might include:
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Weekly acupuncture sessions for symptom relief and nervous system support
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Chinese herbs to ease digestion, help inflammation, and aid detox
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Gentle bodywork to reduce pain or fatigue
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Cupping or gua sha (if your muscles or joints need it)
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Regular check-ins to see how things are shifting for you
You’ll never be pushed. We listen, adjust, and work with your comfort in mind.
Does Acupuncture Help Autoimmune Issues?
Acupuncture doesn’t cure autoimmune illness. But research and personal stories point to big changes, less pain, fewer flares, and a better quality of life.
Side effects are rare and usually mild. Some people feel a little tired or sore after a session, but most leave feeling calmer, more connected, and lighter in their bodies.
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