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Acupuncture

Positive Side Effects of Acupuncture

During an initial session of acupuncture, I begin with an extensive health intake that goes over all of the systems in the body. I use this to determine certain patterns of imbalance, allowing me to treat the root cause of issues. This is one way acupuncture differs from Western medicine. continue reading »

IBS: Relief with Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acupuncture for IBSIrritable Bowel Syndrome, otherwise known as “spastic colon,” is a common disorder that affects the colon and causes many disruptive symptoms. Many of these symptoms can be managed with a simple change in diet and lifestyle. Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture may be able to help. continue reading »

Seven Ways Acupuncture Can Help Mothers

Mother’s Day is May 14th and I think one of the best gifts you can give a mom for Mother’s Day  is the gift of acupuncture. Acupuncture can help all moms, from the expectant mom to the empty nester, feel one hundred percent again. Mom’s make the world work, it’s a known fact. So this Mother’s Day give the gift of acupuncture, here are seven reasons why.

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Acupuncture for Addiction

Addiction is defined as the compulsive physiological need for and use of a habit-forming substance, which means addiction can come in a lot of different forms.  People can be addicted to illicit drugs like heroin just as easily as they can be addicted to sugar. But for the purpose of this article, let’s stick to illicit drugs and alcohol.

According to the Health Services Administration, 23.5 million people ages 12 or older have needed treatment for drug or alcohol addiction. And the treatments provided aren’t guaranteed, nor are they always easy. Luckily, there are alternative treatment options that can help. continue reading »

Does Your Liver Need a Spring Tune-Up?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, each season is ruled by a particular organ system and spring is connected to the liver. What does this mean? Well, you probably notice changes in the way you feel, both physically and mentally, as the seasons change. I know I tend to feel a bit more contemplative and introspective during the winter months. Once spring hits, I’m ready to recharge and get things done. The liver energy is strong and assertive, the type of energy you need to create plans and then propel them into motion. However, if your liver is a little out of balance, you might notice you are more irritable or on edge than usual. Here are a few signs that your liver is in need of an acupuncture tune-up: continue reading »

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