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Why Even Good Company Can Exhaust You

Life Balance Clinic | Dr. Dekhtyar Blog Post Written by: Life Balance Clinic Editorial Team
Reviewed by: Dr. Vadim Dekhtyar
Last reviewed: June 2026
Educational content only. Not a substitute for medical advice. Have you ever spent time with people you genuinely like, laughed...

Understanding Macular Degeneration Beyond Symptoms

Life Balance Clinic | Clinic Blog Post Written by: Life Balance Clinic Editorial Team
Reviewed by: Dr. Vadim Dekhtyar
Last reviewed: June 2026
Educational content only. Not a substitute for medical advice. Macular degeneration is often described through symptoms: blurry centr...

Preparing Your Body for an Active Summer

Life Balance Clinic | Clinic Blog Post Written by: Life Balance Clinic Editorial Team
Last reviewed: May 2026
Educational content only. Not a substitute for medical advice. Summer has a funny way of turning normal people into sudden athletes. One weekend you are sitting at a desk,...

Screen Time for Kids: Where Is the Line?

Life Balance Clinic | Personal Blog Post Written by: Life Balance Clinic Editorial Team
Educational content only. Not a substitute for medical advice. Every parent knows the scene. Your child asks for “five more minutes,” the five minutes become twenty, and then the transit...

Why "Normal Test Results" Don’t Always Mean You’re Fine

Life Balance Clinic | Personal Blog Post Last Reviewed: April 2026 | Educational content only. Not medical advice. Written by: Dr. Vadim Dekhtyar Educational content only. Not medical advice. You finally get your lab work back, open the portal, and see the word normal repeated...

Why Your Body Feels Worse at Night

Written by: Life Balance Clinic Editorial Team
Reviewed by: Dr. Vadim Dekhtyar
Educational content only: Not a substitute for medical advice. A lot of people notice the same strange pattern. They get through the day, stay busy, keep moving, and then as soon as evening settles in,...

Returning To Paddle Tennis After Injury

Written by: Life Balance Clinic Editorial Team Reviewed by: Dr. Vadim Dekhtyar Educational content only. Not medical advice. On This Page Why Returning Too Early Can Backfire The Most Common Areas That Flare Up In Paddle And Tennis Players Signs You May Not Be Ready To Return ...

Living In Survival Mode February Nervous System Reset

Last Reviewed: February 2026 Educational Content Only: Not a substitute for medical advice. If you have been feeling wired, tired, and constantly on edge, you are not alone. Many people describe February as the month where their body finally says, “I cannot keep doing this.&rdqu...

Why Personalized Non Invasive Care Can Support Better Outcomes For Macular And Retinal Conditions

Last Reviewed: January 2026 · Educational Content: Not a substitute for medical advice On This Page What Non Invasive Care Really Means Why A Combined Plan Can Work Better Than One Tool Five Practical Pillars Of A Personalized Plan How We Build A Plan At Life Balance Clinic Wha...

Prescription Weight Loss Injections: Risks, Red Flags, And A Safer Non-Drug Plan

Last Reviewed: December 2025 | Educational Content Only. Not Medical Advice. Weight loss injections are everywhere. Some people report dramatic results. Others end up in a cycle of side effects, rebound weight gain, and long-term metabolic confusion. The point of this guide is not to attack m...

Photobiomodulation for Dry AMD: Evidence, Safety, and What to Expect

Last reviewed: November 2025 • Educational content. Not a substitute for medical advice. Age-related macular degeneration affects central vision and everyday tasks like reading, recognizing faces, and driving. In November 2024 the FDA authorized marketing of the Valeda Light Delivery ...

Vision Balance System: A Breakthrough Vision Support for Degenerative Eye Diseases

Degenerative eye conditions often leave patients feeling like their vision is slipping away with no real options for improvement. Many are told that disorders like macular degeneration or retinitis pigmentosa offer little hope beyond managing symptoms. But vision science has advanced, and new app...

Natural Therapies for Maintaining Healthy Vision as You Age

Natural Treatments to Promote Healthy Vision With Aging We at Life Balance Clinic believe that healthy vision naturally is one of the most worthwhile investments you can make in your total health and well-being with aging. Our eyes change inevitably as we age, yet with knowledge and proactive st...

LED Infrared Helmet: A Breakthrough in Brain and Mood Therapy

At the Life Balance Clinic, we're leading the way in integrative and technology-driven health solutions. Among our latest and most exciting developments is the LED Infrared Helmet — a non-surgical, clinically proven device that enhances cognitive function, improves mood, and supports recove...

Burnout Recovery: Managing Work, Home, and Emotional Stress Naturally

Recognizing the Signs of Burnout With the modern rhythm of life, emotional and professional burnout is becoming an increasingly common problem. Burnout is not just fatigue, but a condition in which the body's resources are depleted and stress becomes chronic. Early recognition of symptoms will h...

Vadim Dekhtyar DACM, L.Ac. Receives 2024 Best of Glenview Award

Glenview Award Program Honors the Achievement GLENVIEW April 18, 2024 -- Vadim Dekhtyar DACM, L.Ac. has been selected for the 2024 Best of Glenview Award in the Acupuncture Doctor category by the Glenview Award Program. Each year, the Glenview Award Program identifies companies that we believe ...

How Acupuncture Relieves Sinus Symptoms?

Sinusitis is an inflammatory disease of the sinuses that is accompanied by nasal congestion, facial pain, headache and general discomfort. Such symptomatology is familiar to many residents of metropolitan areas such as Chicago, where polluted air and seasonal allergies aggravate the condition. Mo...

Strengthening Immunity with Acupuncture

Acupuncture, as one of the ancient branches of Chinese medicine, has proven its effectiveness in maintaining health for centuries. It is not just a way to relieve pain or improve overall health, it is a time-tested method for strengthening the immune system. Holistic treatment of autoimmune and i...

Acupuncture treatment for stress and anxiety

In modern realities, stress and anxiety have become an integral part of many people's lives. However, there are time-tested methods that help restore harmony between mind and body. Acupuncture, an ancient practice of Chinese medicine, offers an effective solution to combat these problems. Acupunc...

Women's Health Month

October is Women’s Health Month! At Life Balance Clinic, we see a growing awareness among women about taking control of their health through holistic therapies like acupuncture and Chinese medicine. More women are turning to these treatments to address a variety of health concerns. Here are...

Cupping Therapy: How It Works and Benefits

If you’ve seen professional athletes or even everyday people at the ocean or lake beach with red, pepperoni-like marks and wondered, “what are those?” then wonder no further. These are the marks left by cupping therapy, which can soothe sore muscles and assist in their natural r...

How Quickly Does Acupuncture Relieve Pain?

You’re in pain, and you want rapid relief without significant side effects. But can acupuncture really provide acute pain relief?  Despite the popular image of natural therapies as best for long-term, preventative treatment, acupuncture may be an effective emergency solution. Here&rsq...

How Acupuncture Can Accelerate Weight Loss

If you’re struggling to lose weight, it can feel like no diet or exercise plan works. Perhaps you do everything right and get no result. Maybe your attempts to get started are sabotaged by cravings or fatigue. In these situations, some extra support may be necessary. One of the lesser-know...

Unveiling the Potential of Acupuncture for Asthma and Allergies

Asthma and allergies are unfortunately common chronic conditions. Over 25 million Americans have asthma, and 4.6 million of them are children under 18. As for allergies, almost 1 in 3 adults have an allergic condition of any kind, with 1 in 4 experiencing seasonal allergies. While the runny nose...

Acupuncture Treatment for Eyesight

Located in Glenview, a Chicago suburb, Life Balance Clinic takes pride in being the pioneer in Illinois to introduce the groundbreaking AcuNova treatment system. Developed by the renowned Danish expert, John Boel, this cutting-edge therapy incorporates newly discovered points on the hands and fe...

Laser Acupuncture vs Traditional: Choosing the Treatment for Sports Injuries

Sports injuries happen to most athletes. Practitioners often use acupuncture as an alternative therapy for treating injuries related to sports. There are two basic forms: laser and traditional needle-based acupuncture. Acupuncturists stimulate particular spots on the body by using tiny needles or...

Stargardt's Disease: Hope Beyond Diagnosis with Acupuncture

Our eyes give us so much, from allowing us to see the most beautiful things of the world to tasks ranging from putting on makeup to driving. If you have been diagnosed with an eye condition that can lead to blindness, you want the best available treatment. Even with genetic eye diseases like Star...

Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Irregular Menstruation

The high prevalence of menstrual problems such as endometriosis and PCOS has gained more attention in recent years. While improved awareness is a positive change, it is still essential to understand the underlying causes for better, safer treatments. Chinese medicine does not see the body as an a...

Who is John Boel?

John Boel is considered a trailblazer in acupuncture due to his inventive methods and revolutionary findings. His contemporary techniques have transformed the field, earning him the title of "Acupuncturist of the Century" from the Open International University for Complementary Medicines in Sri L...

About Women's Health

In the intricate journey of life, women play multifaceted roles, navigating through the various chapters with resilience and grace. Amidst the complexity, the importance of prioritizing women's health emerges as a foundational element. A holistic and natural approach to address the nuanced aspect...

What Sports Injuries Can Be Treated with Acupuncture?

Sports injuries may be common, but that doesn’t make them any less of an annoyance. Their impacts on fitness and quality of life lead an increasing number of people to seek out acupuncture for sports injuries in Chicago, including at Life Balance Clinic in Glenview. What Injuries Can Acupu...

Laser Acupuncture for Pickleball Elbow

Pickleball has exploded in popularity in recent years, thanks to its fun, fast-paced nature. Although its court is half the size of a tennis court, and is overall less physically demanding, injuries such as “tennis” elbow (lateral epicondylitis) can still develop. Lateral epicondylit...

Effectiveness of acupuncture for the treatment of shoulder pain

Shoulder pain, while not life-threatening, can cause substantial and prolonged disability, particularly when left untreated. This discomfort can significantly disrupt overall physical health, sleep patterns, and general well-being. Therefore, timely, appropriate, and well-founded treatment for sh...

Nutrition Therapy

In the modern world, increasing attention is being given not only to medical treatment methods  but also to practical approaches aimed at maintaining and improving overall health. One such  approach is "nutritional therapy," which emphasizes the role of proper and balanced nutrition in&...

What is Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture?

You may have heard about facial rejuvenation acupuncture and are now looking for a clinic near you. It sounds strange that a treatment type used for conditions such as allergies, arthritis, digestive problems, and muscle spasms could work to reduce skin aging, but many patients who come to Life B...

Acupuncture FAQs

Here are some questions people often ask us if they’re considering acupuncture, but still aren’t sure of the benefits. What does acupuncture treat? Acupuncture can treat many conditions, including pain and inflammation from a wide range of causes. Through its ability to rebalance en...

Can You Hear The Message Your Body Is Sending?

We have more than just five senses. Beyond sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste, you also have a few more. One is interoception, the ability to sense what is happening inside your body. Interoception includes sensations you know and unconscious senses such as blood pressure.  Recognition...

What is tui na massage?

Tui Na massage is a type of bodywork unique to Chinese medicine. As a result, it has a different range of benefits compared to Western forms of massage, so many patients living in and around Glenview, Illinois, seek Tui Na as additional support for many chronic conditions.  How Does Tui Na ...

Acupuncture for Vision Restoration

Everything we do uses vision, and many activities depend on our ability to see. However, conventional treatment for both common and rare causes of vision impairment usually consists of corrective glasses or has no options at all. This is why an increasing number of patients in Glenview, IL, are s...

5 Ways to Eat Without Overeating this Holiday Season

Moderation We’ve always heard the saying to enjoy everything in moderation, and that is definitely true when it comes to holiday foods. Don’t try to deprive yourself during the holidays, it most likely won’t go over well. You’re allowed to indulge a bit, just keep portion...

Using Acupuncture to Treat PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is usually associated with past and present military personnel. However, PTSD can affect anybody who has had some sort of traumatic or life changing event, such as a car crash, physical abuse, natural disasters or even the death of a loved one. Any situation...

6 Habits that are Hurting Your Back

Back pain is one of the most expensive and exhausting ailments of our time. It’s the 6th most costly condition in the United States, costing Americans at least 50 billion in health care costs each year (let alone the cost of missed work due to disability).   It is the third most c...

5 Reasons You May Be Having Sleepless Nights

Nearly 30% of American adults struggle with chronic insomnia, and that percentage increases with age.   Standard treatment includes sleeping pills and cognitive therapy. Cognitive therapy shows a lot of promise as an effective treatment and sleeping pills, though presenting some risks, ...

Five Reasons to Get Acupuncture for Allergies

Allergies, seasonal or otherwise, is one of the biggest health issues people deal with in the United States. And the numbers are rising every year. Part of this is because our agricultural practices have changed drastically in the past 40 years and our bodies are not accustomed to dealing with ge...

4 Lifestyle Tweaks to Thrive this Spring

In traditional Chinese medical theory, one of the best ways to stay healthy is to live in balance with the seasons. Balance, in this context, means mindfully crafting your diet and certain aspects of your lifestyle based on what season it is.  An easy way to think about this is with fruits ...

Eating Well for Springtime

Traditional Chinese medicine says aligning your diet with the seasons is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Mother Nature provides exactly what we need to be healthy. Paying attention to the fruits, vegetables and herbs that grow during different seasons in the region where you live is a great...

Did you know that Acupuncture can alleviate Anxiety?

Anxiety is an increasing problem worldwide. A 2009 WHO World Mental Health Survey found that anxiety was the most prevalent form of mental health disorder. Acupuncture as a Treatment for Anxiety According to the most up to date evidence, acupuncture is an effective treatment for anxiety. Accor...

Did you know that Acupuncture can alleviate Back Pain?

The prevalence of back pain and the number of patients seeking care with complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies in the US has increased. Evidence suggests complementary therapies like acupuncture, spinal manipulation, massage, yoga, tai chi, chiropractic, biofeedback and mindfuln...

A Healthy Forecast: How the Weather Affects our Health

We’ve probably all heard motherly advice at some point reminding us to bundle up in cold weather so we don’t catch a cold, or hear grandpa accurately predict a storm when his hip starts aching. Or how about getting a case of the winter weather blues? Even in the western world we recog...

Valentine’s Day: Empower Your Heart With Your Kidneys!

This Valentine’s day, whether you celebrate romantic love with a partner, enjoy the love of family and friends, or simply go on with life, marking another day on the calendar, it can be a chance to at least take a moment and honor one of the most important relationships in our lives. In Chi...

AcuGraph Computerized Exam

The AcuGraph system uses a simple, computerized exam to instantly analyze the energetic condition of the patient's acupuncture meridians and provide an engaging and accurate patient report. This computerized evaluation allows us to understand which bodily system or organ in the individual reacts ...

OUR VISION

Our vision is to empower people to achieve better physical and emotional balance. We have developed an integrated and complete approach to ultimate health and wellness called the “Life in Balance” program. We can make you healthier not by offering you a quick fix pill, but by providi...

Traditional Chinese Medicine in Mental Health

The common Western pharmacological interventions for psychiatric issues not only have low rates of efficacy, but also are accompanied by myriad side effects. Conversely, Chinese medicine interventions are at a minimum, equal to, if not more effective, while allowing a patient to avoid these side...

Back Pain Relief

"Sciatica is a group of symptoms that affect the region along the sciatic nerve -- the largest nerve in the body, causing pain starting from the lower back and radiating down the leg. A meta-analysis by Ji M, et al. states that "acupuncture is used to treat a variety of symptoms, especially pain...

4 Ways to Balance Your Body during Pandemic

Are Your Eyes Red or Inflamed?

Are Your Eyes Red or Inflamed? In the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the liver energy flows upward into the eyes. When this energy is flowing smoothly and working as it should, your vision is clear and sharp, you have efficient night vision and the eyes are bright and well-lubricated.&nb...

Life Balance Clinic wins the Best Doctor Awards for 6 years in a row.

Welcome to the Glenview Business Hall of Fame! Life Balance Clinic, Vadim Dekhtyar L.Ac., D.N. is among a very small group of companies that have won the Best of Glenview Award for six consecutive years. This distinction has qualified Vadim Dekhtyar L.Ac., D.N. for the 2020 Glenview Business Hal...

We now offer the unique gift of the Nature - extract of Noni fruit.

The Noni Tree, known scientifically as Morinda Citrifolia is a member of the Rubiaceae family. Noni trees produce their fruit first, and then they flower, which is an unusual twist to nature’s typical production cycle. In nature, the regular cycle is for a flower to bloom, a bee to come and...

COVID-19: IMMUNITY AND OUR COMMUNITY

Dear patients and our community, As you already know, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is very real and it is everyone’s responsibility to help keep our community safe from the rapid spread of Coronavirus. To help slow the spread of this virus, it is now more important than ever to take an abunda...

5 Ways to Prepare for Valentine's Day with Acupuncture

Everyone likes to celebrate differently, but whether you decide to have a simple romantic dinner or a thrilling encounter on a rooftop bar with a glass of champagne and a city skyline view, below are the 5 ways in which acupuncture can help to make it an unforgettable night. Gift an acupunctur...

Acupuncture for high blood pressure

Since times immemorial, acupuncture has been a unique treatment for reducing high blood pressure in human beings. High blood pressure refers to a situation where blood starts exerting pressure against the walls of arteries, veins and also the chambers of the heart. Over a specified time period, ...

7 Ways to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution

We all do it. Every year we set New Year’s resolutions for ourselves we plan to achieve. But sometimes, we let these resolutions slip away. It turns out it can be harder than you think to turn those new year’s resolutions into reality. But with a little discipline, hard work and pr...

AcuNova treatment for chronic eye conditions

Life Balance Clinic is now offering Boel Acunova Acupuncture Treatments for many chronic eye conditions. Vadim Dekhtyar is now one of the few American practitioners who use the method, which was developed by John Boel of Denmark. This treatment has been used on over 8000 eye patients and boasts a...

AcuNova – a hope for chronic eye conditions.

Eye disease is prevalent in America, affecting millions of people. 9.1 million people suffer from Macular Degeneration and that is expected to increase to 17.8 million by 2050. Almost 7.7 million adults over 40 have Diabetic Retinopathy. More than 2.7 million people age 40 and up have Glaucoma.&n...

Celebrate AOM Day with Us!

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM) Day is observed annually on October 24 since its initial commemoration on October 24, 2002.  Acupuncture is traditional form of complimentary medicine/treatment in which thin needles are placed inside the skin to promote the body's own self-healing ...

See Your Qi

There is a traditional Chinese saying which states: “If there is free flow of internal energy (Qi), there is no pain. If there is pain, there is no free flow.”  Do you want to see how your Qi flows? Do you have a deficiency of Qi? Or something preventing your Energy to flow free...

Life Balance Clinic Receives 2019 Best of Glenview Award

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Life Balance Clinic Receives 2019 Best of Glenview Award Glenview Award Program Honors the Achievement GLENVIEW July 14, 2019 -- Life Balance Clinic has been selected for the 2019 Best of Glenview Award in the Doctor category by the Glenview Award Program...

The Benefits Of Acupuncture

Before we begin a discussion about the benefits of acupuncture, let’s talk about the origins of acupuncture. It was first used in China over 2000 years ago, and is one of the oldest medical procedures in the world. It is a family of procedures that stimulates the anatomy of the body and hel...

Escape infertility with the help of acupuncture

Primarily a Chinese remedy, acupuncture is a complementary modern treatment that cures infertility problems in both men and women. Acupuncture for infertility is most effective for those people who are suffering from problems like irregular ovulation, or blockage in the sperm ducts. Acupuncture w...

Acupuncture for smoking cessation

Acupuncture is a very old Chinese medical procedure. In essence, acupuncture means stimulating certain particles of the biped body and the procedure includes penetrating the skin with thin needles. Acupuncture is used for various reasons: from stimulating the fertility of women to pain relief an...

Acupuncture points map

Practitioners of the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture rely on the acupuncture points map to free trapped energy in the body and restore health. You miay have noticed this type of chart of the human body on the wall of your acupuncturist’s office or during a visit to a natural health stor...