Healing often requires a period of austerity and conservation within the body. In Chinese medical terms this is called “nourishing the Yin.” It can be likened to the season of winter, where the environment goes inward to rebuild and restore vitality, readying itself for a...
Many people are struggling with residual post-viral symptoms. Some experience symptoms long after the positive state of the virus has passed. The Triple Heater (San Jiao) acupuncture channel is essential in the treatment of post-viral convalescence. Once the “positive” state of the virus has past,...
Psychosomatic pain (as well as other symptoms) are common, yet often misdiagnosed. These are some of the most common ailments I treat in my acupuncture clinic. Last week I myself was suffering from strange fatigue and pain in various parts of my body. My heel...
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common condition. Over 200,000 cases are reported each year. IBS is characterized by pain in the abdomen, intestinal gas, diarrhea and/or constipation. It is often seen to have an emotional origin, exacerbated by stress. Chinese medicine and acupuncture have made great...
Times of crisis and unexpected change can be jarring to the body and mind. The past several months have sent many of us into states of anxiety, depression, fear and shock. We’ve had to face uncertainty regarding our safety, health, finances and freedom. In my...