Kevin Menard, LAc, has an acupuncture practice based in Sag Harbor, NY that specializes in Sports Medicine Acupuncture®, an advanced modern and effective approach to an ancient Chinese medicine. In his practice, he treats many musculoskeletal pain conditions. In addition, he also treats many internal ones including anxiety, Lyme Disease, GI distress, insomnia, etc.
“Health is the greatest possession” – Lao Tzu
Through the years, Kevin integrated Chinese herb formulas in many applications to reduce pain, nourish Qi, augment the immune system, and in many tonifying formulas for Yang and Yin deficiency disorders. The external topicals are (mostly) widely received; the internal ones are not, due to the awful taste, smell, color, and methods of ingestion.
Chinese Herbs
Chinese Herbs, which consist of natural sources of plants and minerals, have been recognized for over 2,000 years as being highly effective in addressing many states of disharmony. In addition, there is a special category of herbs addressing indications such as pain, inflammation, sleep difficulties, and overall health and wellness nourishment. They have a long tradition of treating a myriad of conditions, including muscle repair, bone healing, overall wellness, and improving “Q”. As people age, they lose much of their vitality, and so these herbs are instrumental in regaining what is possible.
Chinese Medicine Theory
Chinese Medicine theory, which includes both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, is based in The Tao. This is the philosophy of balance and harmony based on the natural interplay of Yin and Yang in both the universe (macrocosm) and the human body (microcosm). The two archetypes of the Tao are the (azure) dragon, representing Yang energy, and the White Tiger, representing Yin. Cannabis, or hemp, as a plant in TCM is Yin in nature. It strengthens the body’s Yin, and properly balances with Yang (Dragon) herbs, foods, or activities.
CBD
Kevin introduced CBD to his practice in 2017 and saw great results for reduction of inflammation and some pain. Given there are other causes of pain besides inflammation, he envisioned that by combining select, primary Chinese herbs known for reducing pain by increasing blood circulation in areas of trauma in muscle and connective tissue, the result was a greater reduction of pain and inflammation than by CBD alone.
Dragon Hemp
Thus, the concept of Dragon Hemp was born. “Dragon Hemp” represents the synergistic potential of combining time-honored Chinese Medicine & Herbs with today’s advancements in plant medicine with cannabinoids. By fusing the very popular and effective CBD phenomena with select, powerful Chinese medicine & herbs to address the conditions he sees in his clinic, Dragon Hemp designed products that are premium, inspired, and effective.
Dragon Hemp products augment the patients’ acupuncture treatments, and in addition create products to enhance performance. Like Kevin, many of his patients enjoy exercising and physical training. Many highly competitive individuals in work and sport participate in intense training, triathlons, and marathons. In addition to playing hard, they also work hard either in the corporate world or in raising families.
Final Note
Dragon Hemp is for anyone looking for an all-natural remedy for pain, inflammation, anxiety, and insomnia. Try Dragon Hemp today for additional clarity and focus to get the job done and with a positive, happy attitude.
