Yu Yang (Thomas) Lai is a Registered Acupuncturist with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC. He completed his acupuncture training at the Tzu Chi International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is currently apprenticing under Dr. Zhao Liang, former Director and Chief Physician of Beijing Furen Ophthalmology Hospital and Senior TCM Practitioner in BC.
His practice is grounded in traditional channel theory, complemented by specialized training in Chuang Scalp Acupuncture, Zhu Scalp Acupuncture, and Lin Style Structural Therapy Needling — gentle, precision-based techniques well suited to musculoskeletal pain. He also incorporates fire cupping, guasha, and moxibustion, and is continuing his study of Master Tung's Acupuncture, known for rapid relief through distal needling.
Through his training under Dr. Zhao, Thomas has also gained experience using scalp acupuncture to address eye conditions such as myopia and age-related visual decline.
Thomas came to medicine after an earlier career in engineering and technology, which gives him a precise, systematic approach to assessment and a particular interest in the pain patterns of desk-bound and repetitive work — headaches, neck and shoulder tension, and postural strain.
Thomas emphasizes gentle technique, clear communication, and steady progress over the course of treatment. With a multicultural background and years spent living across Asia and North America, he connects easily with patients from all walks of life. He speaks Mandarin natively, is fluent in English, and is conversational in Cantonese.
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If you are interested in considering treatment options for acupuncture, qigong energy healing (or qigong exercise classes), fire cupping, tuina (Chinese massage)/acupressure or moxibustion but are not ready to commit, please book an initial consultation. This is perfect for patients seeking treatment options and wondering which option would is best. There is no cost for this discussion and if you decide that you want to proceed with the treatment an appointment can be made to treat at a later date or if there is time Sandy will do her best to ensure same day treatment.
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Acupuncture sessions, Qigong exercise classes, nutritional counselling by Sandy and Zhenni
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Facial Acupuncture Assessment and Treatment (body treatment)
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Initial Acupuncture Assessment and Treatment 60 Min This appointment includes a comprehensive intake and assessment followed by an acupuncture treatment based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and Dr. Tan–style meridian balancing. Treatment focuses on restoring balance through related meridian systems rather than needling directly at areas of pain or dysfunction. This global approach supports circulation, regulation, and the body’s natural healing response.
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Initial Acupuncture Assessment and Treatment 60 Min This appointment includes a comprehensive intake and assessment followed by an acupuncture treatment based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and Dr. Tan–style meridian balancing. Treatment focuses on restoring balance through related meridian systems rather than needling directly at areas of pain or dysfunction. This global approach supports circulation, regulation, and the body’s natural healing response.
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This acupuncture treatment is coupled with cupping, qigong energy, tuina/acupressure or moxibustion. Cupping is one of the therapeutic techniques in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and is similar to a backward deep tissue massage. Qigong energy is similar to reiki or an energetic massage treatment utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles and works on the physical, energetic and spiritual energy fields. Tuina/acupressure is also a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine and works on the same TCM principles (the meridians and acupuncture points) as acupuncture. Moxibustion can be applied to areas of the body where there is cold pain in order to help warm the body either directly, with a base of ginger or garlic to protect the skin or directly on a needle to affect an acupuncture point directly.
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This acupuncture treatment is coupled with cupping, qigong energy, tuina/acupressure or moxibustion. Cupping is one of the therapeutic techniques in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and is similar to a backward deep tissue massage. Qigong energy is similar to reiki or an energetic massage treatment utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles and works on the physical, energetic and spiritual energy fields. Tuina/acupressure is also a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine and works on the same TCM principles (the meridians and acupuncture points) as acupuncture. Moxibustion can be applied to areas of the body where there is cold pain in order to help warm the body either directly, with a base of ginger or garlic to protect the skin or directly on a needle to affect an acupuncture point directly.
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Minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles with non-invasive cosmetic acupuncture. Includes a full body acupuncture treatment.
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Initial Qigong This appointment includes a full intake and assessment followed by a customized Medical Qigong treatment based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and Dr. Tan–inspired balancing strategies. Treatment emphasizes system-wide regulation rather than working directly on symptomatic areas and may include external qi regulation and gentle hand placements. The service is non-invasive and performed fully clothed.
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Subsequent Qigong Follow-up Medical Qigong sessions build on the original treatment plan and are refined based on the patient’s response. Treatment focuses on maintaining balance, clearing residual stagnation, and supporting ongoing regulation and resilience.
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Subsequent Acupuncture Treatment 60 min
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Subsequent Acupuncture Treatment 60 min Follow-up acupuncture sessions continue care based on the original assessment and treatment plan. Treatments are adjusted each visit according to current presentation and response. Sessions focus on maintaining balance, clearing stagnation, and supporting long-term regulation within the meridian system.
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Follow up Facial Acupuncture after initial visit with Sandy. Includes a full body acupuncture treatment.
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