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Acupuncture to heal the past
How does our pain and illness relate to life experiences? Life is a constant change of events. From the time we are born through childhood and into adulthood, we go through numerous life experiences...
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There is always something to work on
When was the last time you had a preventative treatment? In every social event or new encounter I have with people there is a question that comes up…”so what do you do for a living?” being an...
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This is what we are here for
Are you under the weather? It’s exactly why you should come and see us. Many people call in sick for work, rightfully so…even if they feel well enough to come to work, it is considered better to stay...
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Constipation and Chinese Medicine
Why is it that so many people suffer from constipation? And how can Chinese medicine help? According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal...
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Its time to try acupuncture!
Imagine that someone tells you that there is a type of medicine that can proactively help support your body in healing itself. In addition, this type of medicine can prevent illness from occurring....
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Your kids need treatment too…
Many of you who are reading this are aware of the unlimited benefits of getting acupuncture and bodywork on regular basis! However, what do you do with your children when it comes to their health?...
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Trying to move forward but feeling stuck in a rut?
Over the eight years I’ve been in clinical practice, I’ve seen people for a variety of physical medicine issues. The initial intake includes a lengthy review of medical history and at the end, I...
View ArticleProtection against the flu in 2015
Fall is always a time when there is increased promotion for flu shot. TV commercials and signs at the local pharmacy highly recommend the flu vaccination for prevention. Although many people get the...
View ArticleUsing Acupuncture and TCM Principles in everyday life!
Q: How do you use acupuncture & Chinese Medicine principles in your life? A: First off, I receive regular acupuncture treatments. As a caregiver, it is too easy for me to ignore myself and focus...
View ArticleA patient weighs in on how acupuncture helped her migraines!
As an acupuncturist, we often get feedback about how our clients are doing. I was recently asked to share an exciting patient testimonial! You’ve made me feel like a whole person again. I barely even...
View ArticleAcupuncture Strengths and limitations
Q: What do you think acupuncture works BEST for and what might it be not as good at treating? A: Acupuncture is just one tool within the Chinese medical system. When used in combination with Chinese...
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What have I learned? Celebrating 10 years of insight in alternative medicine
As I reflect back upon my 10 years of being an acupuncturist, I am in awe of all that I have learned. I have learned from my patients, from my additional training since my graduate school in...
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Self Care for the New Year
The holiday season came quick this year. After an intense election year, most of us have welcomed the diversion of holiday television commercials, Christmas lights and indulging at holiday and work...
View ArticleFinding Balance When the World Seems Out of Balance.
For each new year, we often set health-related goals. We want to eat better, exercise more, balance our lives, and try to behave in a kinder way in our world. When we strive for balance, we don’t often...
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Boost that Immune System
Even the cleanest schools (and children) are germ factories, and back to school time seems to inevitably lead to increased colds and infections in our kids. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease...
View ArticleTo Sleep … Perchance to Dream
Now’s the time to get your kids (and yourself!) back on a good sleep schedule to help ease the adjustment to the start of school. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends: 10-13 hours (including...
View ArticleOctober 24: Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Awareness Day!
Citing its “long and rich history as components of a comprehensive traditional medical system that has been used for thousands of years to diagnose and treat illness, prevent disease and improve...
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Amazing Acupuncture! Good for what ails you!
Imagine that someone tells you that there is a type of medicine that can proactively help support your body in healing itself. In addition, this type of medicine can prevent illness from occurring....
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Eating for Emotional Support
Although not everyone falls victim to emotional eating, so many of us do! And more often than not, it tends to be foods that are NOT healthy. Chinese medicine tells us that our body tends to crave...
View ArticleNeed Instant Relaxation? Try Ear Massage!
Feeling stressed? A quick ear massage may be just the ticket. Hold your thumb on the back side of the ear and your fingers on the front of your ear. Then pull from the inside to the outside. Do it as...
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