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?
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
Raising Children with a Resilient Relationship to Health
As parents, we often focus on what we say to our children about health. While our words matter greatly when they are young, what ultimately leaves the deepest impression is what we model as they grow older. The way we respond to illness, injury, pain, and limitation teaches our children how to … [Read more...] about Raising Children with a Resilient Relationship to Health
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
How to Naturally Prevent and Treat Summer Colds with Chinese Medicine
Summer colds can be surprisingly stubborn, leaving you feeling miserable and sidelining your plans to enjoy the season. Unlike the typical approach of battling viruses and bacteria head-on, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) offers a holistic perspective—one that focuses on strengthening the body’s … [Read more...] about How to Naturally Prevent and Treat Summer Colds with Chinese Medicine
