Acupuncture is the practice of penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic needles which are then activated through gentle and specific movements of the practitioner’s hands or with electrical stimulation. These acupuncture points are believed to stimulate the central nervous system. This, in turn, releases chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain. These biochemical …
Improves Mood and Overall Sense of Wellbeing Acupuncture is a powerful tool for improving mental and emotional well-being. One of its key benefits is its ability to regulate neurotransmitters and hormones in the body, including serotonin—a critical “feel-good” hormone that influences mood, happiness, and emotional balance. By stimulating specific points on the body, acupuncture can …
1. Wear Lose Fitting Clothes Many acupuncture points are located on the legs below the knees and the arms below the elbows, so wearing skinny jeans or tight, long-sleeved shirts might make treatment more difficult. If you’re receiving treatment for pain or a specific injury, your acupuncturist may need to examine or treat the affected …
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Myth 1: Acupuncture hurts — after all, these are needles Acupuncture needles are so fine and thin — roughly the size of a cat’s whisker. Their tiny diameter is nothing like the larger, hollow needles used for injections or blood draws that can cause discomfort. Their fineness allows virtually pain-free insertion when skillfully placed. Meaning …
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Good posture is highly beneficial to one’s overall health and offers a variety of benefits which can include but are not limited to increased energy, reduced back pain, and a boost in confidence. Maintaining good posture is essential for your overall health, as it can help prevent muscle tension, pain, fatigue, and various other common …
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, they believe there to be 5 Seasons these changing seasons offer us more than just a shift in weather—they bring an opportunity to realign with nature and nurture our bodies. Spring: A Time of Renewal Spring is a season of awakening and growth. As nature blooms, so does the opportunity to …
“On Call” Chinese Medicine – Video Consultations I am calling this program “On Call Chinese Medicine” because I want everyone to uptake this information and remember it. If you get sick, you schedule this on my online scheduler, it’s a 30 minute service, the cost is $40. I cannot bill insurance for it but it …
I am calling this program “On Call Chinese Medicine” because I want everyone to uptake this information and remember it. If you get sick, you schedule this on my online scheduler, it’s a 30 minute service, the cost is $40. I cannot bill insurance for it but it saves you a trip to the office …
“On Call” Chinese Medicine – Video Consultations I am calling this program “On Call Chinese Medicine” because I want everyone to uptake this information and remember it. If you get sick, you schedule this on my online scheduler, it’s a 30 minute service, the cost is $40. I cannot bill insurance for it but it …
FastingMuch talk on subject of fasting has been circulating on the internet so I decided to try a long fast. According to the literature on the subject, a person can go weeks and even months without food and can enjoy some astonishing health benefits as a result. There has been a fair amount of research …
