How to boost your immunity is a hot topic right now – pandemic and all. And there is a lot of good information out there! Certain vitamins (Vit C and Vit D) are showing to be both important and effective in fighting off this new illnesses and recovery. And, of Read more…
Have you thought about acupuncture or Chinese herbs to combat cold & flu season? According to the CDC, flu season peaks from December to February. And along with basic precautions of washing your hands and staying away from those who are sick, their primary recommendation is vaccination. Traditional Chinese Medicine Read more…
In a medical context, stress is defined as a “physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension.” (Shiel) Everyone experiences stress to some degree, whether we want to acknowledge it or not. The real question though, is how do we handle it? And even if we handle Read more…
Acupuncturist training requires a minimum completion of a Master’s Degree program (1,905+ of educational hours), and often the passing of several board exams. Compared with other professions (MDs/DOs, Chiro’s, PTs), the difference is staggering.
Natural medicine has become more and more popular, and one of the most extensive options comes from Traditional Chinese Medicine (or TCM). With over 3000 years of documented history, TCM has natural and plant-based medicines for just about every presentation of disease we can come up with. If you are Read more…
Back pain impacts 8 in 10 Americans, and studies show that acupuncture relieves pain by 50% with very low risk of side effects.
In the last few years, Cupping has become increasingly popular. This is largely due to the use of cupping for Olympians (Michael Phelps) and other famous athletes sporting their circle bruising as a cool fashion statement. But really, what is cupping all about? What is Cupping?When practicing cupping, suction is Read more…