Chinese medicine (CM) views the human body as a microcosm of nature. To achieve a proper state of balance, all aspects of a person must find alignment. This includes the mind, body, and spirit. When treating fertility, acupuncture and Chinese medicine focus on harmonizing your internal climate. … [Read more...] about Tending the Soil: Fertility and Chinese Medicine
The Art (and Science) of Chinese Herbal Medicine
In a modern world full of dietary supplements and herbal remedies, Chinese herbal medicine offers a time-tested, ancient practice that is still relevant! Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an umbrella for acupuncture, Chinese herbs, dietary and lifestyle habits. Acupuncture is the most common … [Read more...] about The Art (and Science) of Chinese Herbal Medicine
What is Cupping?!
Cupping therapy, easily recognized by the circular marks it leaves on the skin, is an auxiliary technique used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for a variety of therapeutic purposes. The practice involves placing specialized cups on the skin to create suction, which is maintained for a short … [Read more...] about What is Cupping?!
Acupuncture for Chronic Pain
My Dad’s Experience with Acupuncture My dad had chronic low back pain throughout my childhood. He’d come in and out of flares as pain management tools accumulated in our home: massage tables, inversion tables and pungent pain ointments. During one period of acute pain, his chiropractor told him to … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Chronic Pain
Signs That Your Body Is Asking For Help
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. With the constant bombardment of emails, texts, to-do lists, and daily responsibilities, paying attention to our bodies is often ignored—or completely forgotten. In response, the body usually begins to send “small” warning … [Read more...] about Signs That Your Body Is Asking For Help
Understanding Chinese Herbology
Chinese herbology is a key treatment within the scope of Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Herbs are supportive to acupuncture in that they are taken on a daily basis, whereas acupuncture if often administered 1-2 per week. Understanding Chinese herbology is fascinating and helps to give a … [Read more...] about Understanding Chinese Herbology
