Complex Cases & Difficult Problems Solved

In his general practice, Dr. Wang has successfully treated many patients with conditions that were considered difficult or untreatable by other medical specialists. As a result, many of his patients have described his work as exceptional. The examples listed here highlight some of these challenging cases. Use the menu on the left to explore each category in more detail.

Acupuncture for Nausea Relief – NYC Patient Case Studies

Nausea can be an exhausting and disruptive symptom with many causes, from digestive imbalances and infections to emotional stress and age-related weakness. When conventional medicine doesn’t provide relief, acupuncture offers a natural, effective alternative.

At New York Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs, Dr. Shaobai Wang has helped patients overcome chronic nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and related symptoms by restoring internal balance through Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Susan A. – Chronic Nausea and Dizziness After Travel Illness
  • Age: 62
  • Status: Retired
  • Main Complaint: Chronic nausea, fatigue, diarrhea, body aches, dizziness, and headache lasting 6 months after a trip to Thailand
  • Medical History: Visited several doctors who suspected possible poisoning but couldn’t confirm a cause; medication was ineffective
  • Referral: Patient was referred by her daughter, a current patient

TCM Diagnosis: Dampness, internal heat, and emotional stress disrupting the body’s balance

Treatment Plan: Acupuncture to clear damp-heat, support digestion, and relieve systemic inflammation

Results: After just three acupuncture sessions, Susan’s nausea and other symptoms completely resolved. She regained her energy and normal digestive function, and no further episodes occurred.

Mary R. – Frequent Nausea and Fainting in Elderly Patient
  • Age: 86
  • Occupation: Homemaker
  • Main Complaint: Recurrent nausea and fainting spells every 10 days, leading to multiple ER visits where no cause was found
  • Medical Diagnosis: Normal aging; no underlying cause detected

Symptoms: Extreme weakness, sensitivity to cold, pale tongue, and weak pulse—indicating systemic energy depletion

TCM Diagnosis: Yang deficiency with disrupted circulation and digestive instability

Treatment Plan: A series of warming and tonifying acupuncture treatments to boost qi and yang energy

Results: After 8 acupuncture treatments over two months, fainting episodes completely stopped. Her daughter later confirmed that Mary had remained symptom-free long-term.

Why Acupuncture Works for Nausea

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, nausea can stem from a range of imbalances including:

  • Stomach qi rebellion (energy flowing upward instead of downward)
  • Dampness and heat in the digestive system
  • Emotional stress affecting liver and spleen
  • Qi or yang deficiency, especially in elderly patients

Acupuncture can:

  • Relieve stress and calm the nervous system
  • Calm the stomach and restore proper digestive flow
  • Reduce inflammation and heat
  • Strengthen weak organs and improve circulation

Experience Drug-Free Nausea Relief in NYC

Whether your nausea stems from digestive issues, travel-related illness, or unexplained fainting episodes, acupuncture may be the missing link in your recovery.

Contact Dr. Shaobai Wang today to schedule a consultation and learn how TCM can help.