5 Ways Chinese Medicine Helps Relieve Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. I see it frequently in my clinic. Sometimes called GERD or Heartburn, it is characterized by a painful and burning sensation in the upper abdomen and chest that occurs when stomach acid moves back into the esophagus.
Springtime and Its Impact on Our Health
Spring is the season of renewal, growth, and transformation, both in nature and in our bodies. According to Chinese medicine principles, springtime is a time of change as it brings new energy,
Chinese Medicine’s Role in Women’s Health History
This month I thought I’d share how Chinese Medicine treats Women’s Health. It is Women’s History Month after all, and Acupuncture, Herbal medicine and diet have been used to treat women’s health for many centuries.
Acupuncture provides relief for arthritis
Did you know that acupuncture can help reduce the pain associated with both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
Even though these two types of joint pain have different root causes,
What to do about the Winter blues
Do the holidays and lack of sunlight have you feeling down this time of year? If you answered yes, you’re not alone!
I’ve had many patients tell me lately that combined with the chilly weather and gray skies,
Boost Your Immune System Now
Did you know that Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine is great for boosting your immune system?
With Covid still hanging around, we need to continue to be vigilant about keeping our immune system in good shape.
Improve your game with relief from elbow pain
Did you know that acupuncture can help relieve elbow pain? Pain management is one of the things that acupuncture does best, and the elbow is no exception.
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Pain on the outside of the elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is often referred to as tennis elbow,
Fall Allergies… Ah Choo!
With all the rain we’ve had lately, you may have noticed mushrooms popping up everywhere and things are getting that slimy algae growing on them.
No question is stupid, but some are pretty funny
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine seems weird to a lot of people. I know that. I spent 35+ years in the Information Technology world, so I think logically and question everything.
Relief for Your Headache
Did you know acupuncture helps with headaches, including migraines?
If you struggle with migraines, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 1.25 billion (!) people experience migraines each year.
Say Good-bye to Shoulder Pain
I see lots of folks that are in pain. In fact, acupuncture is probably most well know for it’s ability to treat pain of all kinds. Shoulder pain is one type of pain I treat frequently with good results.
Acupuncture for Long-COVID
Many of the patients that seek us out for help with a wide array of long-COVID symptoms ask the same question “why is this happening to me?” Understanding how a COVID-19 infection is different from colds and flu is the key to understanding why and how it can cause such widespread dysfunction in the human body.
Acupuncture recommended as an alternative to opioids for back pain
Did you know acupuncture is recommended as an alternative to opioids for the treatment of back pain?
In 2017, American College of Physicians released the new recommendation that MDs should prescribe acupuncture,