In the world of acupuncture, there are certain points that stand out for their versatility and effectiveness. One of these is UB 25, also known as Urinary Bladder 25 (Da Chang Shu, “Large Intestine Back Transporting Point”) —a fantastic point that I used constantly in my practice, and for good reason. Known as the Back … [Read more…]
Small Intestines 3, also known as, SI-3 (Hou xi, meaning “Back Stream” or “Posterior Stream”) SI 3 Location On the ulnar border of the hand, just proximal to the head of the 5th metacarpal bone. SI 3 TCM Functions In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Small Intestine 3 point may be a key point for … [Read more…]
Transcript: Hello, how’s it going? This is Carlo St. Juste, a licensed acupuncturist and holistic healthcare provider. How are you doing today? I can speak without my mask on because I’m the only one here today. Okay, I can tell I haven’t shaved in a while on a couple of things. Hey, I call this … [Read more…]
Exploring the Benefits of Acupuncture for Pain Management Transcript: Acupuncture, a centuries-old practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, has gained significant recognition in recent years for its potential in pain management. This holistic approach involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow and promote healing. While the … [Read more…]
As a licensed acupuncturist and holistic healthcare provider, I’m excited to share with you how I incorporate the principles of acupuncture into my daily life to prevent illness. In this article and accompanying video, I’ll demonstrate simple stretches and self-massage techniques to help alleviate stiffness and promote overall well-being. What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is a … [Read more…]
Updated November 18th, 2023 Back Pain, Neck Pain, ‘Lotta Pain – Here’s a stupid question. Do you suffer from low back pain, or know someone suffering from low back pain, or any kind of back or neck pain for that matter? One study showed that one in three people here in the US suffer from … [Read more…]