I get asked all the time how acupuncture fits with conventional medical care. Should you do one or the other? Honestly, this question gets me excited because I've seen how much better my patients do when they get the best of both worlds. … [Read more...] about Combining Acupuncture with Western Medicine
“How do I know Acupuncture is helping?”
"How do I know acupuncture is helping?" A patient may notice they feel a little better—or just different—but still wonder if that change is truly from acupuncture or from something else. A healthy dose of skepticism is very common, and completely understandable. To answer this … [Read more...] about “How do I know Acupuncture is helping?”
If Not Now, When?
The past few weeks have been a time of self-reflection. Within a short span of time, I learned of an acquaintance who passed unexpectedly and attended the funeral of the father of a good friend. I also met with several returning patients who were diagnosed with a … [Read more...] about If Not Now, When?
Male Infertiility – An Integrative Approach to Wellness
The journey to becoming parents is not always as simple and easy as it may appear on the surface. Although it is not often talked about, many couples have difficulty conceiving, for a variety of reasons. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), … [Read more...] about Male Infertiility – An Integrative Approach to Wellness
Pantry Staples to Keep on Hand During the Winter Months
When temperatures drop to freezing outside, running to the grocery store can quickly fall to the bottom of your to-do list. When that happens, you want to be confident that you can create a few healthy meals with what you already have on hand. During the winter months, you want to … [Read more...] about Pantry Staples to Keep on Hand During the Winter Months
Acupuncture for Teenagers
Adolescent years are complicate times. There are many transitions happening which can be overwhelming for the kids as well as family members. These include physical changes and growth, puberty and hormonal change, Emotional adjustments and social changes. This life phase can be very hard and … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Teenagers
