A major focus in holistic medical systems like acupuncture is disease prevention. It’s clear why this is so important. None of us want to get sick. Also, conditions are much easier to treat before they manifest into a full-blown crisis. In Chinese Medical practice there are...
“When the [body is] diseased, it is like there is a thorn, a stain, a knot or a blockage. Although the thorn may be long-standing, it can be removed. Although the stain may be long-standing, it can be wiped away. Although the knot may be...
Is there anything more painful that a closed heart: the inability to interact or connect with others? The feeling that we are isolated, or just going through the motions, not really engaged, unable to express or feel love. This issue can manifest in relationship, in...
Acupuncture is very detailed in its understanding of stress and the impact on digestion. The Stomach and Heart are two of the most common acupuncture channels that treat stress-induced digestive disturbances. They are also two of the most powerful acupuncture channels to calm the mind,...
As an acupuncturist, the most common complaints I hear from patients are related to anxiety, depression, irritability, or just stress! These uncomfortable states spread out into all areas of life, causing sleep disturbance, digestive problems, eating disorders, headaches, respiratory problems, obsessive-compulsive behavior, addictions, even menstrual...
