Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Acupuncture Partner in Richmond Heights
Roots Acupuncture and Healing was founded by Dr. Rena Mnster, a board-certified acupuncturist with advanced training from Maryland University of Integrative Health and Five Branches University. Our practice combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern understanding to address both symptoms and root causes of illness. We specialize in acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and lifestyle coaching to restore balance in mind, body, and spirit. With over a decade of experience treating chronic conditions like arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease, we offer personalized care informed by lived experience with chronic illness. Our approach integrates Western medicine collaboration while emphasizing the body's innate healing capacity through Five Element Tradition principles.We empower patients with education to achieve sustainable wellness through Chinese nutritional therapy and holistic lifestyle adjustments. Our team maintains strict professional standards through ongoing certification with the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. We serve Saint Louis residents seeking non-invasive solutions for pain management, women's health, stress reduction, and cancer support. Our practice philosophy prioritizes compassionate listening and creating safe spaces for individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Services
Acupuncture
Moxibustion
Cupping Therapy
Gua Sha
Chinese Nutrition
Lifestyle Coaching
Women's Health
Pain Management
Stress Relief
Cancer Support
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Board-certified acupuncturist with specialized chronic illness expertise
- Personalized treatment plans rooted in Five Element Tradition
- Comprehensive approach addressing root causes of health issues
- Integrates Western medicine collaboration with TCM principles
- Empowers patients through Chinese nutritional therapy education
Associations and certifications
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
- Maryland University of Integrative Health
- Five Branches University
What people say
Increased my energy
Enhanced my mood
Changed my outlook
Optimal health benefits
Personalized quality care
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate energy flow and restore balance according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles. This ancient practice effectively addresses chronic pain, stress, and systemic imbalances by activating the body's natural healing mechanisms. Patients experience improved vitality and symptom relief through personalized sessions tailored to individual health goals.
Women's Health
Specialized treatments support women's health across all life stages, from menstrual cycle regulation to menopause transition. Our approach enhances fertility naturally and complements IVF treatments while addressing common concerns like hormonal imbalances and reproductive health issues through targeted acupuncture and lifestyle guidance.
Pain Management
We address both acute and chronic pain conditions through comprehensive treatment plans combining acupuncture, cupping, and moxibustion. Our approach targets inflammation sources and nervous system responses to provide lasting relief from conditions like arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders without pharmaceutical dependence.
Stress Relief
Our stress reduction protocol utilizes acupuncture points that calm the nervous system and promote emotional equilibrium. Patients learn mindfulness techniques and receive lifestyle recommendations to manage anxiety and improve sleep quality through holistic mind-body integration.
Digestive Health
Targeted treatments restore digestive system function for conditions like IBS and IBD by addressing gut inflammation and motility issues. Combined with nutritional counseling, our approach improves nutrient absorption and reduces discomfort through natural regulation of digestive processes.
People
Dr. Rena Mnster
Founder & Lead Acupuncturist
Dr. Rena Mnster combines board-certified acupuncture expertise with personal experience managing chronic illness. She earned her Masters from Maryland University of Integrative Health and Doctorate at Five Branches University, specializing in Five Element Tradition treatments for holistic wellness.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat effectively?
Acupuncture successfully addresses chronic pain, stress/anxiety, women's health issues, digestive disorders, insomnia, and cancer treatment side effects by restoring the body's natural balance.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine approach healing?
We treat mind-body-spirit connections using acupuncture, cupping, and nutritional therapy to address root causes rather than symptoms, promoting long-term wellness through energy balance.
Is acupuncture safe for chronic conditions?
Yes, our board-certified practitioner uses evidence-based techniques to safely manage chronic illnesses like arthritis and IBD, with personalized treatment plans considering each patient's medical history.
How does your practice support chronic illness patients?
Our founder's personal experience with chronic illness informs our empathetic approach, combining symptom relief with root cause treatment to improve quality of life for long-term conditions.
What occurs during an initial acupuncture session?
The first visit includes comprehensive health assessment, discussion of treatment goals, and personalized plan development followed by an introductory acupuncture treatment tailored to your specific needs.
