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Diane Bousquin, a California Board-licensed and nationally certified Acupuncturist, provides acupuncture services and practices as a holistic Functional Medicine Practitioner, offering Alternative Therapies in La Jolla since 2004.
Meet Diane Bousquin, M.S.T.O.M., L.Ac
Diane is a nationally certified California board-licensed Acupuncturist and a holistic Functional Medicine Practitioner. In her over twenty years of practice, she has developed special interests and expertise in Orthopedic Acupuncture, Electro-Acupuncture, Functional Medicine, Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Rejuvenation Protocols. Recent additions include Medi-Cupping and various cupping techniques with impressive results in her patients. Diane’s training in nutrition has led her to explore a variety of dietary lifestyles. Her approach focuses on detoxification with dietary suggestions, mineral balancing and herbal supplements. The practice offers a whole-body alternative to healing and good health. This approach uniquely integrates the precision of acupuncture with the personalized strategies of functional medicine, ensuring comprehensive care for her patients.
Diane’s interest in nutrition and health began when she was in her early teens. It was largely influenced by her older brother who kept current on the latest research in nutrition and exercise. “I was fascinated by my brother’s knowledge and aspired to pursue a career as a nutritionist.” After receiving her degree from San Diego State University in Nutrition and Food Science, she worked in a hospital as a clinical nutritionist for five years. During this time Diane became quite ill. As her symptoms progressed, she found that western doctors could not identify the real cause of her mysterious health problem. Tests showed inconclusive results and there was no diagnosis to fit her condition. At the recommendation of a friend, she decided to see an acupuncturist. “During the course of several weeks, this natural approach began to put my body in balance. Chinese medicine did wonders for me not only in terms of diminishing my symptoms, but also in changing my outlook on health and medicine forever.” Within several years, Diane was enrolled full- time at Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego.
Diane’s interest in nutrition and health began when she was in her early teens. It was largely influenced by her older brother who kept current on the latest research in nutrition and exercise. “I was fascinated by my brother’s knowledge and aspired to pursue a career as a nutritionist.” After receiving her degree from San Diego State University in Nutrition and Food Science, she worked in a hospital as a clinical nutritionist for five years. During this time Diane became quite ill. As her symptoms progressed, she found that western doctors could not identify the real cause of her mysterious health problem. Tests showed inconclusive results and there was no diagnosis to fit her condition. At the recommendation of a friend, she decided to see an acupuncturist. “During the course of several weeks, this natural approach began to put my body in balance. Chinese medicine did wonders for me not only in terms of diminishing my symptoms, but also in changing my outlook on health and medicine forever.” Within several years, Diane was enrolled full- time at Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego.
Diane’s four-year education studying acupuncture included a two-year internship with Sports Injury Specialist and Acupuncturist Matt Callison (2001-2003). In his clinic Diane treated professional athletes as well as students and the general public. In her current practice, Vital Changes Acupuncture and Nutrition, Diane’s sports medicine treatment services combine Electro-Acupuncture, Traditional Acupuncture and Medi-Cupping.
In addition to sports medicine, Diane has specialized training in Cosmetic Acupuncture protocols as well as acupuncture treatments for general health conditions and prevention of disease. Her training in Electro-Acupuncture revolutionized her practice. This technique is highly effective, and Diane now uses it almost exclusively. The latest addition to her practice is Medi-Cupping, a very effective method for treating soft tissue injuries, lymphatic drainage and scarring. Diane is using this treatment regularly with excellent results.
Diane has recently become interested in treating diseases in relation to toxicity. Due to the kinds of foods and chemicals consumed, humans have created a state of toxicity, genetic weakness, decay and degeneration of cells. After extensive study and adhering to a strict detoxification program herself, Diane personally experienced detoxification’s healing benefits. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) followed by Mineral Balancing are now offered in her practice for detoxification purposes.
In addition to sports medicine, Diane has specialized training in Cosmetic Acupuncture protocols as well as acupuncture treatments for general health conditions and prevention of disease. Her training in Electro-Acupuncture revolutionized her practice. This technique is highly effective, and Diane now uses it almost exclusively. The latest addition to her practice is Medi-Cupping, a very effective method for treating soft tissue injuries, lymphatic drainage and scarring. Diane is using this treatment regularly with excellent results.
Diane has recently become interested in treating diseases in relation to toxicity. Due to the kinds of foods and chemicals consumed, humans have created a state of toxicity, genetic weakness, decay and degeneration of cells. After extensive study and adhering to a strict detoxification program herself, Diane personally experienced detoxification’s healing benefits. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) followed by Mineral Balancing are now offered in her practice for detoxification purposes.
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Watch Diane help ex-pro wrestler Brie Bella with her fertility issues by using acupuncture and explaining the importance of nutrition.
Diane has over two decades worth of experience seeing patients and has treated many types of injuries on a weekly basis.