ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT FOR ARTHRITIS ACUPUNCTURE IS CONSIDERED A POTENTIALLY USEFUL TREATMENT FOR OSTEOARTHRITIS DEGENERATIVE JOINT DISEASE(OSTEOARTHRITIS) Degenerative joint disease, more commonly known as osteoarthritis is the commonest joint disease affecting an estimated 40 million Americans, 85% of whom are above the age of 70...
Epidermal Non-invasive Acupuncture Trypanophobia, fear of needles, is common in medical settings. Research has revealed that 1 out of 4 people experience anxiety with regards to needles. As a result, patients do not receive vaccinations or do not complete their vaccination schedule. As well,...
“Cluster headache is one of the most painful conditions known to mankind and women suffering from cluster headache describe the pain as worse than childbirth.” As I was researching this topic, I was surprised to find that once again opioids, which are the hottest...
Community Style Acupuncture is defined as the practice of acupuncture featuring the following: Many patients receive treatments at the same time. As with any intentional group endeavor, the shared state makes individual treatments more powerful. Here, the patients create the healing atmosphere as much...
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Many women come to my office with PMS thinking that this is normal. PMS is common which means that it is experienced by many women, but it is not normal. PMS indicates that there is an underlying condition that should be treated. “The term...
What is Ménière’s disease? Ménière’s disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes severe dizziness (vertigo), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or congestion in the ear. Ménière’s disease usually affects only one ear. Attacks of...
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The commonality between these three conditions is a dysfunction of the Liver according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Liver’s positive attributes are to lend vitality to the body encouraging the function of all the other organs. But following the social norm of overachievement and...
The main characteristic of Traditional Chinese Medicine is its ability to piece together various symptoms that a person presents with and treat from this totality. Looking at the TCM model we understand that stress affects many aspects of the body. According to TCM the...
There are numerous ways to treat back pain using acupuncture needles. In the ancient texts, distal points were first chosen and then if necessary local points were added. In my experience, it is best to use distal points, points away from the area of...
Recently I been wondering why I’ve been going to bed earlier. Turns out that some people just naturally adjust to daylight savings time. But others may not be so fortunate and may suffer quite a bit during the switch to Daylight Saving Time. Did...
Six acupuncture organizations have released an extensively referenced 20-page white paper that outlines the profession’s value as an alternative to opioid medication for pain relief. “Acupuncture’s Role in Solving the Opioid Epidemic: Evidence, Cost-Effectiveness, and Care Availability for Acupuncture as a Primary, Non-Pharmacologic Method...
Dear Lisa, I can not fully express my gratitude to you for inserting the “ear sed” while we were at the Castlegar airport as I began my journey to Toronto for Christmas. I have been a most reluctant flier since the first time I...
Stress is the hottest topic this time of the year. One of the best things I have done, when the stress is quite high is to take a break and refocus my mind. How, when there is so much to do? so many parties...
According to The Acupuncture Evidence Project: A Comparative Literature Review, Those conditions with strong evidence supporting the effectiveness of acupuncture are as follows: Allergic rhinitis (perennial & seasonal) Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (with anti-emetics) Chronic low back pain Headache (tension-type and chronic) Knee osteoarthritis...
“The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship you have with yourself.” There is old age, sickness and death, however, we can succumb to the pain that seems to be inherent in these conditions or we can recognize that these are...
Cluster Headaches: Successful Treatment with Acupuncture “Cluster headache is one of the most painful conditions known to mankind and women suffering from cluster headache describe the pain as worse than childbirth.” As I was researching this topic, I was surprised to find that once...
With the upcoming flu season it is important to boost the immune system. Studies are showing that a session of acupuncture treatments can build the immune system. According to the most recent study, “The results showed that the most favorable effects of acupuncture on...
WASHINGTON, D.C., October 4, 2017 (Newswire) -The Integrative Health Policy Consortium (IHPC) applauds the Sept. 18 letter, signed by 37 State Attorneys General, from the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) asking its insurance company members to review their payment and coverage policies and...
According to Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Chief Medical Correspondent CNN, a flu pandemic will be coming in 2017. A pandemic flu means that all people throughout the world will be affected. This implies that a completely new virus will emerge. This is quite different from a seasonal...
April 04, 2017, the American College of Physicians recently issued new non- invasive treatments for acute, subacute and chronic low back pain. Here are the first two Recommendations: Recommendation 1:Given that most patients with acute or subacute low back pain improve over time regardless...
Acupuncture is a simple approach to treating eczema. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) the Lungs and the skin are connected. Often in skin problems there will be allergic rhinitis or sinusitis. During an attack, the treatment would address the symptoms that a person...
Many of us find that when we lay down to sleep, either we are not comfortable, our minds are racing, we are replaying the events of the day, or there is a song we heard on the radio that we can’t get out of...
You’ve been given a diagnosis of disk herniation. Here is a brief explanation, video and treatment options to assist your recovery. Herniated, ruptured, prolapsed intervertebral disk; disk syndrome. Etiology: Spinal vertebrae are separated by cartilaginous disks that consist of an outer annulus fibrosus and...
Acupuncture is an excellent choice for those experiencing migraines and other types of headaches. There is extensive information within the Traditional Chinese Medicine literature that supports the successful treatment of migraines and headaches. In fact, there are specific primary points that are used in...
With everything that one does, one is on a constant search for happiness or wellbeing. Wellbeing is a state characterized by health, happiness and prosperity or a good and satisfactory condition of existence. We can change our wellbeing through the practice of mindfulness training....
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I was inspired by a recent blog about how we interact with others. In initial encounters, we often ask what do you do? Perhaps a more engaging question might be, how did you get into your profession? I chose acupuncture based on self-inquiry through...
Exciting news for menstruating women! A new study (click here for more information!) has revealed acupuncture treatment significantly reduces the intensity and duration of period pain, including symptoms such as bloating, headaches and nausea. Better yet, these improvements were sustained for up to a...
According to Traditional Chinese Medical, depression falls into two categories: Liver Qi Stagnation or Deficiency involving either the Heart, Spleen, or Kidneys. Ancient literature states: “Anger makes Qi rise; joy slows down Qi; sadness dissolves Qi; fear makes Qi descend; shock scatters Qi; pensiveness...
An increased number of patients with allergy symptoms in the summer has lead me to question what is the correlation with this season and allergies. Allergies are often brought on by “improper eating habits, overwork and excess worry”…too many beers and fried foods on...
Why not? Life has ups and downs. The ocean does not fight against its waves. At it’s depths it remains calm and stable. Why then do we resist our difficulties and only want the good experiences ? The other day we watched as flames...
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For many of us, once we start having elbow pain due to our work conditions, it seems that we have no choice other than to endure the pain. Many health care practitioners will advise rest once we start having pain, but this is often...
Stress is a part of our daily lives; however, these situations do not need to impact us physically. A person who is healthy can be in a stressful environment and not be affected negatively. The Stats: • 75% of adults reported experiencing moderate to...
Clinically, low back pain can be found in many diseases. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Kidneys “express” themselves in the low back. And, according to Western medicine, when there is pain experienced with percussion of the kidneys , this could be indicative of...
Lessons in humility. The other day I was attempting to explain a problem with a package that was returned because of a wrong address. When I started to clarify the error, I was met with instant aggression and a want to be right. Why...
It is surprising how many women think that Premenstrual Syndrome, PMS, is normal. PMS, although common among women, is not normal and indicates an imbalance in the body. But the number of women who experience PMS is quite high. 25% of menstruating women report moderate...
Hieroglyphics 10,000 years ago reveal the first evidence of acupuncture. In the industrial revolution, early acupuncture stone or”bian ” needles were replaced by finer gold and silver needles. Acupuncture had a long history in which its theories and treatment methods were developed both through...
Finding Calm During Chaos. If we are not aware, life can toss us up and down without mercy as if we we’re in a stormy sea, we will be blown as leaves, branches, and twigs are blown in a hurricane, and if the storm...
In two weeks I will be starting a one week silent meditation retreat. I recall my first weekend retreat in which I didn’t really understand the meaning behind retreat. I kept thinking that a spa vacation might have been a better choice. And then...
“The body is capable of growth, adaption, and repair.” This is something I tell my patients all the time, because once a person is given a diagnosis, it creates a sense of permanency in the body. This idea of permanency is a false notion,...
Yes, gas is common, but it is not normal. You should be able to digest your food without letting others know about it. Gas, indicates a poor digestive system. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the organs involved with digestion are the Spleen/Stomach. The western...
Recent research reveals how acupuncture both locally and distally can improve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. What is Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)?: Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the palm of the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed...
“If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.” Mother Teresa I wonder why we guard ourselves against experiencing closeness with those we don’t know. We live in a small community and yet, going to the...
The common diagnosis of allergies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, TCM is Lung and Spleen Qi Deficiency. Common symptoms include sneezing and/or nasal obstruction, itchiness in the nose and/or eyes, nasal discharge, loss of smell, skin problems/rash/eczema, fatigue, and digestive concerns. Any one or a...
One Treatment to Address Many Health Conditions Case Study: Woman 56 years old. Primary concern: neck pain. Secondary concerns: headaches and hot flushes. The beauty of Traditional Chinese Medicine is how the conditions that a person presents with are often related to each other....
Both my husband and I have been using the following guided meditation to fall asleep each night. With this 3 minute meditation we have found that we are sleeping more soundly and are waking more refreshed. Click here!
Case Study According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, pain falls under 4 catagories: Wind, Hot, Cold or Damp. Just for a moment, let’s explore how Wind plays a significant role in PAIN. We know that wind causes movement. Wind in the body has a similar...
Can you see the cloud on this page? This is a question that Thich Nhat Hanh asks in a discussion of our interdependence. Click here for the full excerpt. “If you are a poet, you will see clearly that there is a cloud floating...
Less is More If the idea of being stuck with a lot of needles sounds scary, sticking large, long needles may sound even worse. And yet this is what is being done by Registered, licensed acupuncturists and other health professionals who are doing dry needling....
When we look into a mirror, we see a dirty face because our own face is dirty. In the same way, the defects of others are nothing but our impure way of seeing them. By thinking in this way, we should try to rid...
I asked myself today, in what ways can I preserve the Earth. So, I turned off a light. But I think it goes beyond that. Perhaps it can include being kind to myself, like recognizing when I’ve made a mistake and leave it at...
It’s time to quit! According to a recent study published by the National Acupuncture Association for Detoxification, the combination of acupuncture plus education is a highly effective method to quit smoking. According to the NADA protocol very tiny stainless-steel, disposable acupuncture needles are applied to...
Perhaps you have experienced feelings of being shut down, being “tuned out” or disengaged which you use as a defense or coping mechanism. Some of us do this actively, but I venture to say that most of us do this without conscious intent. Let’s...
I recently had a patient come in for severe anxiety. With one treatment, her symptoms were dramatically improved. Many patients with acute extreme emotional conditions respond quite favourably to acupuncture. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the causes of disease are usually divided into internal, external...
Are you wondering what an acupuncture treatment is? This video shows a good demonstration of what your acupuncture treatment may be like.
I recently returned from an acupuncture convention and witnessed the benefits of using scalp acupuncture along with specific acupuncture points to treat chronic pain. The lecture included demonstrations on people who had a painful condition since birth or early childhood. MRI’s done on patients...
In facing a problem, usually one that is quite difficult, I discover the very best part of myself. It is a strength that is within the core of my being. This is a sense of resilience that I posses. I taught this inner fortitude...
Feeling stressed in today’s society is common. Over time, stress can affect one’s overall health. Learning a simple meditation will lower your stress and improve your health. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, there are many studies showing that meditation can...
I started treatment on patient ‘X” three years ago to turn a breech presentation. I would describe her as the epitome of love and joy. She was anticipating the birth of her first child. With her second pregnancy we resumed acupuncture to ensure a...
“As addictions to, and deaths from prescription opioids such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and methadone continue to rise, raising awareness on complementary and alternative pain therapies like acupun… Source: Opioids, such as Oxycodone to treat pain or Acupuncture…which will you choose?
“As addictions to, and deaths from prescription opioids such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and methadone continue to rise, raising awareness on complementary and alternative pain therapies like acupuncture is more important than ever,” said Kory Ward-Cook, PhD, MT(ASCP), CAE, CEO of the National Certification Commission...
Acupuncture is a painless procedure to alleviate many health concerns...there is no need to be fearful about the needles. Working with a skillful licensed acupuncturist, a person can feel safe and avoid any discomfort
