We all must learn personal health management in today’s world of complex medical conditions. Anyone with chronic pain, autoimmune disease, or unexplained illness knows that going to the doctor will often lead to a partial solution at best. These days y… [READ MORE]
Pain is often not a problem until it becomes entrenched. We rarely give minor aches and pains a second thought. But when discomfort becomes chronic or severe, it starts to interfere with our daily lives. Acupuncture offers a unique understanding of the… [READ MORE]
People often ask us why acupuncture reduces stress so powerfully. They come in for treatment feeling upset, overworked, preoccupied, or worried, and an hour later are filled with a blissful sensation of peace and calmness. Today’s blog post reveals the… [READ MORE]
Does faith ease pain? I often think about this question, given that I spend my days as an acupuncturist helping patients find relief from pain, both physical and emotional. Does believing in a higher power make it easier to manage pain? Near Death Expe… [READ MORE]
Brain fog is a common symptom triggered by numerous health conditions. These conditions include Covid-19, other lingering viruses, perimenopause and menopause, autoimmune diseases (i.e., chronic fatigue, chronic Lyme, Hashimoto’s), anxiety, depression,… [READ MORE]
Amenorrhea is the term to describe not having a menstrual period. There are many reasons a woman might stop getting her period. Many birth control medications cause the menstrual cycle to stop completely. Stress and illness can also cause the natural m… [READ MORE]
Managing chronic pain, whether physical or emotional, takes the commitment of a spiritual warrior. Popular culture says, “keep a positive attitude, and you can overcome any obstacle.” In my experience treating patients with chronic pain, positive think… [READ MORE]
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) involve the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints, and nerves resulting in chronic facial pain. Any problem that prevents this system of muscles, bones, and joints from working correctly together can lead to temporoman… [READ MORE]
The fibromyalgia acupuncture solution works because we treat the condition’s root cause – the digestive system. From a Chinese medicine perspective, fibromyalgia is due to Spleen Qi deficiency, resulting in weak digestion and stomach function. By stren… [READ MORE]
