Acupuncture works well for many types of lower back pain – in fact it’s probably 50% of what we treat! We first address which structures in the lower back could be the root cause of your back pain. Anatomy 101: your back is made up of soft tissue (muscles, ligaments, tendons) and bone, blood vessels […]
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM)
Self-Care Activities
Self-care activities begin with the basics of nutrition, exercise, sleep, and relationships, but self-care is so much more than being functionally fit. Most of us feel overwhelmed and stressed out at least some of each day. We’re juggling more responsibilities than are realistic to achieve in a day, week, or month, and our instant electronic connectivity reinforces reactive […]
Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: Actionable Steps
Stress Stress conditions, basic physiology and how acupuncture can help – redirecting stress toward health Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: Actionable Step So you’ve been to your doctor and after test results and discussion, it’s been determined that your condition is not severe. Now the ball’s in your court: how are you going to deal with […]
Biopuncture for Pain Management
Biopuncture for pain management is a safe, natural alternative to medications. It’s milder but the body accepts it because the substances are plant-based. Over 75 million people suffer from some form of chronic pain in the United States and over 40 million Americans seek help in the form of alternative medicine. Acupuncture, massage therapy, herbal […]
Maintaining Core Strength
Maintaining core strength is important throughout life, but especially if you suffer from chronic injuries. Back pain, neck pain, knee pain, and poor posture usually indicate weak core muscles. With a little effort you can reverse this. First you have to feel the core and that’s what we’re going to cover here. Practically everyone reading […]