My last blog post discussed the importance of healing with humor. And one of the best ways to add humor into your daily life is learning to be funny. I always thought being funny was something you were born with – either you had the gene or not. And I… [READ MORE]

Many of our patients face chronic pain and disease every day of their lives. Yet, despite these challenges, they maintain a positive, resilient attitude. One of the ways to successfully navigate chronic health conditions is to keep laughing – despite o… [READ MORE]

Here are three things I’d like to see right now that would make the world a better place – my world upgrade wishlist. Robots for Eldercare The first item on my world upgrade wishlist is tackling the problem of housing and care for the elderly. The cost… [READ MORE]

In 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved acupuncture coverage for chronic low back pain. However, as written, this benefit is unavailable to almost all seniors with back pain. In other words, while it sounds like Medicare… [READ MORE]

A 2010 study concluded that acupuncture reduces depression during pregnancy. In this first-of-its-kind study from Stanford University School of Medicine, investigators found that acupuncture was a safe and effective method for pregnant women to reduce… [READ MORE]

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, there is a direct connection between our emotions and health. Specifically, seven emotions are instrumental in everything from our heart rate and breathing to digestion and bowel function. Today’s blog post examines the… [READ MORE]

“Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” is a traditional children’s song based on the 1883 ballad “There Is a Tavern in the Town.” Children tap each body part as they sing the playful song. Today’s blog post gets inspiration from this song to describe how ac… [READ MORE]

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]