Mental and Emotional aspect of the Lungs in Chinese Medicine
As an acupuncturist, I am constantly assessing. Before my patients answer a single question, I am taking in cues as to what types of imbalances
How to Protect the Lungs during the seasons and emotional distress
The organs in Chinese medicine are more than just a physical representation. The organs include not only their physiological function but also mental, emotional, spiritual
How Acupuncture can Help Respiratory Issues
Our lungs are incredibly important. Without properly functioning lungs, we cease to exist. In the United States alone, nearly 200,000 people die every year from
Research Update: Acupuncture for Respiratory Issues
A study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine saw the efficacy of acupuncture treatments improve the respiratory status of patients on prolonged
A Short Explanation of Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese herbs are an incredible healing tool that falls under the umbrella of Chinese Medicine. Some people may tell you that they’re uncomfortable taking Chinese
Eight Things to Know About Cupping Therapy : Chinese Medicine
When I talk about Chinese medicine, most people think about acupuncture. What they don’t realize is that we practitioners have a number of tools in
Fertility and Your Chinese Kidney : Acupuncture Medicine
One of the most exciting and fulfilling applications of acupuncture is in the area of fertility. The incidence of infertility has been rising, and currently
Natural Relief for Back Pain
It can happen working in the garden, reaching for soap in the shower, or lifting a small child. One moment life is fine, and in
Should You Heat or Ice Your Injury?
Pain has a personality. It can be dull and achy, sharp, electrical, or burning. It may come and go or be present all of the
What You Need to Know About Migraines and Acupuncture
One of the most frequent questions I get as an acupuncturist is whether or not acupuncture can effectively treat migraines. The person asking is either
Treating Insomnia and Sleeping and Disorders with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine
Q: Can Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs help with insomnia? A:Yes! Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs can help drastically with insomnia. It is a natural and
Aging Well with Chinese Medicine
Why is it that some older people seem so much younger than their years and some people in their fifties or sixties seem surprisingly old?