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 in TCM Theory? Wind in TCM is a very interesting pathogen because it is related not only … [Read more…]
In this modern age, I can write with certainty many people have come across experiences of acupuncture treating a condition or ailment by putting needles in the hands In acupuncture, “distal points” refer to acupuncture points that are located some distance away from the site of the symptoms or the area being treated. This is … [Read more…]
Hi, I haven’t been watching my diet in over 20 years, I exercise once in a while, enjoy sitting idle for 8 hours a day, and I’m in pain. Many patients come in with the expectation that hopefully all of their problems can be solved with one treatment. Believe me, I understand where you’re coming … [Read more…]
So what’s this condition called Bell’s palsy? Well it’s a neurological disease in which there is damage of the facial nerve (known as Cranial Nerve #7 to us health geeks), causing you the inability to smile, wink, whistle, or even close your eyelid on one side of your face. It’s no fun to wake up to … [Read more…]
Updated May 24th, 2024 Stupid Pain. Stupid Inflammation. There has probably been multiple times in your life when you’ve smacked your toe or bumped your head to see the area become a slightly red, painful, and swollen. Maybe you may have been diagnosed with osteo or rheumatoid arthritis and you’re experiencing painful swollen joints? In all … [Read more…]