Christine Grisham Acupuncture

08/06/2026

Some of the best ways to support your local small businesses are totally $FREE$! Examples are: follow them on social media, like and forward their posts, and write a Google review.

Google reviews are honestly my favorite, because they help people understand the depth and breadth of the medicine I practice. I've helped people from birth to death, from the common cold to progressive illnesses where people have been told "there's nothing left to be done." It's so amazing and humbling to be able to help all along the liefspan. If you've ever utilized my services, and feel moved to gove me a review, please click on the QR code in the pic, or I can email you a link. Thank you thank you thank you!

Speaking of, I'm VERY excited to try out a scalp massage place in Chatham this weekend!! IYKYK 💆‍♀️. I'll definitely give an update afterwards.

08/05/2026

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08/01/2026

This doesn't look like much right now, but this seemingly silly massage chair represents years of dreaming and thinking and hard work!

Three years ago today, I arrived back in Illinois after 25 years of living on both coasts and other Midwest states. The idea, and hope, in moving back home was that, with the support of family, I could finally manifest the dream of opening my own clinic and stop renting/ working for other people.

Part of that dream was to continuing to focus on the intwnt/ spirirt of my first career, where I advocated for low-income families. I wanted to create a space that's affordable for as many people as humanly possible, while also ensuring the viability of the clinic. Right now, that means three things: 1) shorter 30min acupuncture appointments that are a lower price point than the 60min treatments 2) herbal medicine prescriptions, so patients can opt to either add on to their acupuncture sessions or just use herbal medicine as the main vehicle for their healing and 3) the Self-Care Sanctuary room.

The Self-Care room is all about providing a private retreat. You go in, shut the door, and hopefully nothing outside that door exists for the next 30min-- except you finding some relaxation in a quiet, healing space. In the room, there's beautiful music, essential oil sprays, dimmed lighting, a water fountain, a grounding mat, and oh yeah... the brand new upgrade... the Zero Gravity Massage Chair!!!

I sat in the chair yesterday for probably an hour trying to figure out all the bells and whistles. When I tell you I was a wet noodle when I stood up 🫠.

You can reserve the Self-Care room anytime online. Just give me until this Wednesday to get the room all set up again! The price for the room will be more than it was initially, as this was a serious investment. BUT, it's a HUGE upgrade for anyone utilizing the space.

As I look back on the past three years, I'm amazed at what has happened, both good and bad (not that anything is 100% one or the other). I'm proud of the clinic that has been created. But also glad that sometimes *I* can use the space for my own healing, too. 😊

07/30/2026

I just released the second edition of my book 📖!!
It explains how your diet and the seasons of the year affect you physically and mentally, and how to identify your own unique body type. If you're looking to upgrade your health, and want to learn a time-tested and ancient method to help improve your wellbeing, this is it 😊

I'll have copies at the clinic, but you can also get the e-book and paperback through my Linktree in bio!

07/24/2026

Animal acupuncture is my favorite kind of story ❤️🐘

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07/22/2026

Have you seen the recent headlines about the Cyclospora parasite outbreak? Thousands of cases are being reported nationwide, and unfortunately some locally, with illnesses linked to contaminated fresh produce and leafy greens.

What are the symptoms?
Watery and "explosive" diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and low-grade fever. Symptoms often hit a week or two after eating contaminated food.

How can you protect yourself?
Have you seen the recent headlines about the Cyclospora parasite outbreak? Thousands of cases are being tracked nationwide, with illnesses linked to contaminated lettuce. And, I have to be honest, given how much foodborne illness tracking has been cut, I'm not convinced they've identified all the sources and types of foods currently affected.

What are the symptoms?
Watery and "explosive" diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and low-grade fever. Symptoms often hit a week or two after eating contaminated food.

How can you protect yourself?
While the FDA and CDC are investigating, it is highly recommended to wash your produce thoroughly. I would also HIGHLY recommend that you cook your veggies, as that's the only way to kill the parasite. And, choose thick-skinned, peeled fruits (like bananas or melons). If you're feeling ill, always contact a healthcare provider for proper testing and antibiotic treatment.

How acupuncture & herbs can support your recovery:
Even after you finish your antibiotics, your digestive system can feel off and out of balance. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers really effective choices to help you heal:
🌱 Soothing the Gut: Specific acupuncture points are highly effective at regulating stomach motility, stopping nausea, and relieving painful abdominal cramping.
🌱 Clearing Damp-Heat: In TCM, parasites and digestive distress are often categorized as "damp-heat" in the intestines. Herbs help reduce the related symptoms like diarrhea and nausea/
🌱 Restoring Energy: Herbs can help rebuild your body's vital energy (Qi) and support long-term digestive health.

Stay safe, wash your produce, and take care of those bellies! Have questions about how to support your gut health? We offer free, 15-minute phone consults 💩

07/20/2026

Thank you to the Menard County Fair Women's Programs for inviting me to speak last week! It was really interesting learning from everyone there 😁

Christine Grisham from Petersburg Accupuncture

07/19/2026

The air is GROSS outside today! 🤧 Check out this reel for some tips on dealing with the poor air quality

07/19/2026

Our private healing space is ON HOLD! Unfortunately, our massage chair has decided to permanently "retire" itself. We're working on finding a much fancier replacement, similar to what's pictured here. Update coming soon!

We look forward to re-introducing you to our Self-Care Sanctuary, where you can find the ultimate respite and relaxation! It's a private, 30-minute escape with massage, spa music, grounding mat, infrared light, water fountain, and sage essential oil sprays.

07/16/2026

Hope to see you tomorrow at the Fair! I'll be speaking at 1pm in the Women's Pavilion. We'll be talking about tips for dealing with this HOT weather, and I'll be giving away gift card and a couple other fun goodies.