Dr. Taryn Zest "Balancing your Health"

02/12/2026

Hi Friends, it's that time of year again when I give away my annual Lunar New Year's Gift Basket! It's my way of giving back to my clients who have all been so amazing. 🧧

The basket features some of my favorites, including delicious Purdy's chocolates and delightful Bed Bath & Body Works products. 🍫

To be entered into the draw, please leave a positive review on my page. I'll be announcing the winner on February 17th, the day of the Chinese New Year. The Year of the Horse begins with some Luck and Presents! 🎁

Click on the reviews tab at the top of the page to add yours today. 💌

Much appreciated. ❤️
Dr. Taryn Zest

02/04/2026

Had to try out the new trend going around lately. It’s actually a pretty cool caricature of me as a TCM doctor. 👩🏼‍⚕️ ☯️ 🌿

01/30/2026

Amazing research on how Acupuncture affects stem cells.🔬

A groundbreaking discovery from Taiwan is bridging traditional medicine and modern science. Researchers at China Medical University have shown that acupuncture doesn’t just relieve pain—it can trigger stem cells to repair damaged organs naturally. Electroacupuncture at specific points, like ST36 (Zusanli) and GV20 (Baihui), stimulates the bone marrow to release mesenchymal stem cells into the bloodstream. These stem cells then travel to injured tissues, differentiate into organ-specific cells, and release healing factors.
Within 24 hours, stem cell levels in circulation increased by 300%, providing a measurable biological explanation for acupuncture’s therapeutic effects—beyond placebo. Stroke patients treated with electroacupuncture within 48 hours recovered 40% better than those with standard care. Liver cirrhosis patients showed reduced fibrosis markers, while heart attack survivors experienced improved cardiac function.
This discovery is rewriting how Western medicine views acupuncture. For thousands of years, it was considered purely traditional, yet science now shows a sophisticated, measurable mechanism for healing. Ancient practices are finally being validated through modern imaging and cellular tracking, revealing that needle stimulation can activate the body’s own repair systems.
The message is clear: acupuncture is more than sensation—it’s a biological trigger for regeneration, showing how centuries-old practices can integrate with cutting-edge science.

01/23/2026

Give us a call at the clinic to start your year off right. 403-252-5553. 📞

At Calgary Spine and Sport it is our patients that matter. We don't rush appointments, and we don't provide cookie-cutter care. We provide the time you need for real conversations, real answers and we give you what YOU need, not what the patient that came before you needed.
If you are looking for the care and compassion that we provide, give our clinic a call. Our team works together to get you what you are looking for. Call today. 403.252.5553 or email us at info@calgaryspineandsport.com

01/20/2026

🎁 Happy to sponsor this event!

Special Thanks to the Sponsors and Supporters of the upcoming Chestermere Multicultural Fashion Show! Don't miss their Door Prizes!

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The Chestermere Multicultural Fashion Show is taking place on Saturday, January 24 from 1-3pm inside the MPP room at the Chestermere Rec Centre. Don't miss the amazing door prizes! All are welcome!!

01/17/2026

Great Acupoint for leg pain and any tendonitis! 🦵🏻

GB-34 (Yanglingquan) Point ⭐
A gentle daily press for smooth flow and joint ease.

🌿 Blood Pressure Support
• Encourages natural circulation
• Helps release tension

🌿 Liver & Gallbladder Harmony
• Promotes energy flow
• Reduces stagnation

🌿 Movement & Flexibility
• Eases stiffness
• Supports active mobility

✨ Daily Benefits
• Relaxed body
• Steady energy
• Balanced wellness

01/13/2026

Very interesting research! 🔬

Taiwanese researchers discovered acupuncture triggering stem cell release healing damaged organs naturally. Scientists at China Medical University found that electroacupuncture at specific meridian points stimulates bone marrow to release mesenchymal stem cells into circulation, which then migrate to injured organs and promote tissue repair. This mechanism explains acupuncture's therapeutic effects through measurable biological processes rather than placebo.

Traditional Chinese medicine has used acupuncture for thousands of years, but Western medicine dismissed it as placebo due to lack of biological mechanism. Taiwanese researchers using advanced imaging and cellular tracking discovered that needle stimulation at specific points triggers measurable stem cell mobilization—providing the first clear biological explanation for acupuncture's effects.

Electroacupuncture (needles with mild electrical current) at ST36 (Zusanli point) and GV20 (Baihui point) causes a 300% increase in circulating stem cells within 24 hours. These mobilized stem cells express homing signals drawing them to damaged tissues—injured liver, heart, kidneys, or brain—where they differentiate into organ-specific cells and release healing factors. It's like acupuncture triggers the body's internal repair dispatch system.

Stroke patients receiving electroacupuncture within 48 hours of stroke showed 40% better functional recovery than those receiving standard care alone. Liver cirrhosis patients showed reduced fibrosis markers. Heart attack survivors demonstrated improved cardiac function. The mechanism is entirely biological—traced stem cells from bone marrow to damaged organs. Skeptical Western physicians are reconsidering acupuncture given this mechanistic evidence. We're discovering that ancient healing practices work through sophisticated biological mechanisms science is only now capable of detecting.

Source: China Medical University, Stem Cells Translational Medicine 2025

01/08/2026

Great point for any elbow pain and also Lung Qi. 🫁

That sore throat, hand tension, or low energy along the arms isn’t just fatigue—it often reflects stagnant Lung energy and weak upper-body Qi.
LU-11 (Shaoshang), located at the tip of the thumb, is the last (extremity) point of the Lung meridian, perfect for clearing heat, improving circulation, and supporting respiration and arm energy.

Fun fact 💡
In traditional body mapping, the Lung meridian runs from the chest to the thumb, connecting the lungs, arms, and hands. Activating LU-11 helps release energy blockages, support breathing, and calm the mind.

🌿 LU-11 (Shaoshang – Tip of Thumb)
• Location: Radial side of the thumb, just above the nail
• Clears heat and supports lung function
• Helps with sore throat, coughing, or thumb tension
• Promotes smooth energy flow along the arm

How to activate gently
• Use the opposite thumb or fingertip to press or massage LU-11
• Gentle, small circular motions for 1–2 minutes per thumb
• Breathe slowly and deeply while pressing
• Repeat daily for both hands

🌿 Benefits of LU-11 Activation:
• Supports respiration and Lung Qi
• Reduces hand and thumb tension
• Improves circulation along arms and upper body
• Calms the mind and promotes energy flow

Daily benefits ✨
• Freer thumbs and hands
• Relaxed arms and shoulders
• Improved breathing and circulation
• Increased vitality and calm mind

01/07/2026

Du20 is a great point to apply acupressure to help with focus and bring mental clarity. 🧠

🎆 Happy New Year Self-Care Countdown #5

Close the Year with Clarity and Intention

As the year comes to an end, take a quiet moment to reset your mind.

GV20 (Baihui) supports mental clarity, focus, and inner calm—perfect for intention-setting and entering the New Year with a clear, centered mind.

01/06/2026

It’s that time again for my rates to catch up to the rest of the world! Starting January 1st, 2026, all of my services will increase by $5. 💵

In Chestermere my rates are now:
Initial Consultation $135
60-minute Acupuncture/Massage $100
45-minute Facial Treatment $90
90-minute Acupuncture/Massage $120

The same rates apply to massage therapy, but with a 5% GST applied. 💰

I appreciate your understanding. 🙏🏻
Dr. Taryn Zest

01/05/2026

Such a powerful Acupuncture point! 👩🏼‍⚕️

Spleen 4 (SP4) is a well-known acupressure point in Traditional Chinese Medicine that plays an important role in supporting digestive health and spleen–stomach function. Stimulating SP4 is commonly used to help relieve symptoms such as bloating, abdominal discomfort, nausea, diarrhea, and digestive weakness related to poor nutrient absorption. In TCM theory, the spleen is responsible for transforming food into energy (qi), so activating SP4 is believed to enhance digestive efficiency and help maintain stable energy levels throughout the body.

Beyond digestion, SP4 is also associated with regulating the flow of qi and blood, particularly in the abdominal and pelvic regions. This point is often used to help ease menstrual pain, irregular cycles, and sensations of heaviness caused by dampness accumulation in the body. As a key opening point of the Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel), SP4 is frequently included in holistic treatments aimed at balancing reproductive health, supporting internal organ harmony, and reducing emotional tension that may influence digestive and hormonal imbalances.

01/02/2026

My schedule resumes regular hours next week starting on Wednesday the 7th. Call to book at 403-252-5553. 📞 ☎️ 📱

🌿 Acupuncture Therapy: Your Winter Wellness Starts with a Pinpoint of Healing. ❄️✨
Soothe seasonal aches, boost circulation, and restore balance — one precise point at a time. Feel the calm, the warmth, and the healing from within. 💆‍♀️🌸
Book your acupuncture session today at Calgary Spine and Sport and embrace holistic winter wellness! 🌟
📍 Visit us: 6707 Elbow Dr SW # 224, Calgary, AB T2V 0E4, Canada
📞 Call us: 403-252-5553
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