Believe it or not, Chinese medical theory has explored infectious disease for thousands of years. In fact, one of its classical texts, The Shang Han Lun, describes the foundational principals of how the body acquires various infections, or “wind invasions” as they are known in the literature. The … [Read more...] about Chinese Medicine and Infectious Disease
Acupuncture For Difficult Times
Wow. These days, life is hectic and filled with fear, anxiety and grief for so many of us. Just as we were coming back to life from the pandemic, the world seems to have exploded and we find ourselves connected to the news and reading heartbreaking stories nonstop. This practice has a detrimental … [Read more...] about Acupuncture For Difficult Times
Using Chinese Herbs during Cold and Flu Season
As the days are shorter and fall is winding down, most Michiganders are physically and emotionally preparing for winter. Boosting the immune system is important during this time of the year, especially in the wake of Covid, flu and RSV. While diet, exercise and good rest is always an important … [Read more...] about Using Chinese Herbs during Cold and Flu Season
Acupuncture for Urgent Care
Are you feeling out of Balance? Feeling run down and as if you are getting a cold? Have a stiff neck, sore low back or tight muscles? Suffer from allergies that are acting up? Under stress, feeling anxious or having a difficult time relaxing? … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Urgent Care
Femoral Artery Massage – a great tool for fertility
This exercise increases blood flow to the pelvic organs, including the uterus and ovaries. This exercise can be done alone or with a partner. Locate the femoral artery – which is located just beneath the crease in the groin area, between the thigh and the lower abdomen. It is … [Read more...] about Femoral Artery Massage – a great tool for fertility
Preserving your Digestion with Traditional Chinese Medicine
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi energy is our life force and gives life to our body. Every organ has qi and oversees different body functions. At times, one or more organ systems get out of balance. The Spleen qi, which oversees our digestion, gets weakened over time. When our Spleen Qi is … [Read more...] about Preserving your Digestion with Traditional Chinese Medicine