I wanted to talk about the pathogen known as “wind” (Feng, pronounced “Fung”), specifically what is wind as defined by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the most common clinical manifestation, known as wind-cold and wind-heat.… What is Wind Pathogen in TCM – Acupuncture Explained Easy
GB20 is a point I used frequent in the clinic. It is also on of the points that does not require deep insertions of the needles due to the nature of the location. It is… GallBladder 20 (GB20) Acupuncture Point: Location, Useful Functions and Benefits
Neck pain is a common ailment seen clinically for patients worldwide. Studies estimate that neck pain is prevalent in about 10% to 30% of the adult population, making it one of the leading causes of… Acupuncture After Neck Surgery: Help Patients Feel Better
Photo credit: Jessieheqi Urinary Bladder 13 (UB13, UB 13), also known as Feishu or Bladder 13 (Bl-13), is a commonly used acupuncture point, especially for lung conditions. Location It is located 1.5 cun lateral to… UB13 AcuPoint: Location, Practical Uses, and Benefits
The Dynamic Nature of Herbal Prescriptions First rule of thumb when prescribing herbs for patients: This formula is for the symptoms the patient currently has, and it will change over time. Why is this important?… Prescribing Herbs With Safety and Effectiveness in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Acupuncture point GB34, known as Yanglingquan, or “Hill Spring”, is a significant point in the treatment of many conditions locally, along the channel, and within the body. This article explores GB34’s acupuncture point location, it’s… GB34 Acupuncture Point Location, Practical uses and Benefits
Photo Credit: Michael Raab We’ve been discussing Tai Chi quite a bit, so let’s delve into Qigong. After reading this article you’ll have a better idea of the benefits and underlying mechanisms used to What… What Is QiGong? Your Helpful Guide To Understanding This Time Tested Exercise
Photo credit: scott1346 wikicommons As an acupuncturist with extensive clinical experience and over 15 years of practicing Tai Chi, I want to discuss an important topic to all people especially our geriatric community (Geriatric: relating… Tai Chi for Seniors – A Safe and Effective Exercise
Recovering from knee surgery marks the beginning of a transformative journey towards restored mobility and well-being. Amidst this journey, acupuncture emerges as a beacon of hope, offering an integrative approach to post-surgical care. Is acupuncture… Acupuncture After Knee Surgery: Navigating Successful Recovery – 2/2
Part 2 of this article can be found here, Acupuncture After Knee Surgery: Navigating Successful Recovery As an acupuncturist with over 10 years of clinical experience, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of knee issues on… Can Acupuncture Prevent Knee Surgery? Part 1/2
