Alana Wood, R.Ac.

  • Acupuncturist
  • Woman
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars. 1 rating.
Accepting new patients

Provider information

Description

Alana has a keen interest in treating pain, dysfunction, and injury. Her approach to treatment is a blend of traditional Chinese medicine and orthopedic sports acupuncture. She employs a variety of techniques in her treatments, including: electro-acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and moxibustion.

Alana continues to evolve her practice; she has been a teaching assistant at the college where she instructed students in advanced orthopedic needling techniques and assessments. She has completed certifications for integrative myofascial acupuncture and biomechanical analysis.

Conditions

  • Acute bronchitis
  • Acute rhinitis
  • Acute sinusitis
  • Allergies
  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Back pain
  • Blood pressure
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Common Cold
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Dysentery
  • Facial palsy
  • Gastritis
  • Gastro-intestinal Disorders
  • Gastroptosis
  • Headaches
  • Hiccough
  • Indigestion
  • Infertility
  • Injuries
  • Insomnia
  • Joint pain
  • Leg pain
  • Migraines
  • Nausea & vomiting
  • Neck pain
  • Sciatica
  • Shoulder pain
  • Spasms
  • Sports injuries
  • Sprains
  • Stress
  • Wrist pain

Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Services

  • Acupressure
  • Acupuncture
  • Cupping therapy
  • Electro-acupuncture
  • Moxibustion
  • Scalp acupuncture
  • Traditional chinese medicine

Clientele

  • Adults (18+)​
  • Seniors (65+)​
  • Teens (13-17)​

Languages spoken

  • English

Professional designations

  • Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.)

Education

  • Alana graduated from Pacific Rim College as the Class Valedictorian of the Diploma of Acupuncture program. She is also a graduate from the University of Alberta where she holds a Bachelor of Science degree.

Professional associations

  • Alana graduated from Pacific Rim College as the Class Valedictorian of the Diploma of Acupuncture program. She is also a graduate from the University of Alberta where she holds a Bachelor of Science degree. While at university, she was a member and team captain of the varsity swim team. During her time as a high-level athlete, she found acupuncture and relied on it to keep her body in top form while representing Canada on a national and international stage.

Summary

We are a team of dedicated health care professionals located in Victoria, BC committed to providing you the highest quality, collaborative care.  Our clinic offers a wide variety of services from Physiotherapy to Naturopathic Medicine, Chiropractic Treatments to Pilates.

Our Vision is…
“To be a pillar of support in our community, enhance the wellbeing of all, and provide high-quality progressive healthcare in an compassionate environment”

Our Mission is…
“To create a collaborative culture of excellence fueled by passion, curiosity, and fun.”

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Services & supplies

  • Ayurveda
  • Body composition analysis
  • Botanical medicine
  • Chelation therapy
  • Dry needling
  • Homeopathic medicine
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Lifestyle counselling
  • Naturopathic remedies
  • Nutritional counselling
  • Traditional chinese medicine

Amenities

  • Close to public transit
  • Free parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Provider's hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Business hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Friday
7:00 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 1:00 pm