In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Blood has a much broader meaning than it does in Western medicine. One of its primary functions is to nourish the body by continually circulating through the tissues and providing essential nutrients to the muscles, tendons, skin, hair, eyes, and internal … [Read more...] about How to nourish our Blood
Acupunctures most frequently asked questions
One of the things we enjoy most in our clinic is educating patients about acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Whether someone is new to acupuncture or has been receiving treatment for years, many of the same questions come up during visits. … [Read more...] about Acupunctures most frequently asked questions
The Eight Parameters of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a unique way of understanding health and disease. Rather than isolating one part of the body from another, TCM views the body as an interconnected whole and seeks to understand where and how balance has been disrupted. … [Read more...] about The Eight Parameters of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) takes a whole-body approach to understanding health. Instead of looking at a single symptom, a practitioner considers how different signs, patterns, and body systems connect. Two important assessment tools often used in acupuncture and TCM are tongue diagnosis and … [Read more...] about Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tending the Soil: Fertility and Chinese Medicine
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
What does the research say about acupuncture?
After 20 years in practice, I’ve seen firsthand how acupuncture can truly change lives. I regularly work with patients dealing with chronic pain, stress, anxiety, hormonal imbalances, and digestive concerns. Again and again, patients walk into my office feeling frustrated or exhausted and leave … [Read more...] about What does the research say about acupuncture?
