At our acupuncture clinic, we're always on the lookout for new research that supports the holistic health practices we offer. Recently, a fascinating study from the University of South Australia caught our attention. This study highlights just how essential magnesium is for maintaining overall health and preventing a range of chronic conditions.
Read MoreA traditional Chinese medicine has been shown to be effective at reducing complications following a heart attack after a large-scale, clinical trial. The medicine, known as Tongxinluo (tong-shin-loo), is made of extracts derived from seven herbs and various animals—including scorpions, cicadas and leeches. The compound, whose name means "to open the network of the heart," has long been used as a traditional Chinese treatment for patients who have had heart attacks and/or strokes.
Read MoreMicroneedling effectively treats fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, improves skin texture and color and dramatically enhances effectiveness of skincare products. Visible results begin on the first day and continue for weeks afterward. As collagen levels continue to build up, your skin becomes more luminous and your complexion more even.
Read MoreIf you’re experiencing pain from shingles, you may be wondering if acupuncture can help. Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that’s commonly used to treat pain. In fact, there’s been some research exploring acupuncture specifically for shingles.
Read MoreDramatically Increase Success Rates Reduce Pain & Increase Vitality.
Are You or Your Partner Suffering from Infertility? You are not alone. About 1 in 8 couples trying to have a baby struggle with infertility.
Read MoreFSM uses micro-amperage current and the resonance effect of frequencies on tissue and conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health. Using the body’s own electrical system, it influences the cellular mitochondria in targeted tissues to produce more cellular energy (ATP), boosting production by up to 500%. FSM is especially good at reducing inflammation, treating nerve, joint and muscle pain and dissolving or softening scar tissue. The frequencies to reduce inflammation have helped thousands of patients with inflammatory conditions such as asthma, liver problems, irritable bowel, cardiovascular disease and diabetic neuropathies.
Read MoreThe BioMats are filled with Tourmaline and Amethyst crystals and have a flexible heating plate (originally developed by NASA for heating space vehicles) inside.
Read MoreA new FDA-approved multi-center study led by University of California San Diego School of Medicine and UCLA, in collaboration with the La Jolla Institute for Immunology, is spearheading the research to assess how effective Chinese herbal medicine and Chinese mushrooms can be in the treatment of acute COVID-19 infection.
Read MoreThe short answer is, "it depends." It depends on two main factors: your rate of response to acupuncture and the cause of why your body refuses to heal itself. These two factors help us to determine if we can help you, to what extent we will be able to help you, and the investment that's involved. We say investment instead of cost because when you invest in something you get a return on your investment.
Read MoreAs an Acupuncture Physician specializing in Women’s Health and Fertility, I consistently treat patients with hormone irregularities and infertility due to Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). These cases are growing exponentially by the year, with the affected age range becoming younger and younger. In 1980 the average age of onset of puberty and menstruation for girls was 14-16. Today, in 2020, that age range is now 8-13, with a higher prevalence of menstruation irregularities.
Read MoreAcupuncture has been popular since ancient times for a reason: It makes people feel better. What’s more, in recent years, patients undergoing the procedure to treat health concerns have often noticed that their looks have benefited, too—leading to a rise in “acupuncture facials” that combine whole-body rebalancing with targeted needle stimulation (and, sometimes, spa-like add-ons) for glowing skin.
Read MoreLiving a healthy lifestyle should always be a priority, yet many people are unable to commit to this due to hectic schedules. This leads to unbalanced diets, poor eating habits, lack of exercise and inadequate sleep. Such lifestyles may have a negative impact on women's health including the menstrual cycle.
A woman is experiencing menstrual problems if the cycle is less than 21 days or more than 35 days apart, or if her period only comes once in three months or more, or menstrual flow is much heavier or lighter than usual.
Some may prefer natural remedies to address this problem and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has protocols to treat women experiencing irregular, heavy, light or no periods.
Read MoreLike we talked about earlier, Chinese medicine views poor blood flow as one of the main causes behind fibroids. The impaired flow eventually leads to blockages and ultimately the growth of fibrous tissues. In such situations try:
Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine: both can promote blood flow to the uterus and help to reduce fibroid sizes.
Apply heat packs with castor oil to the lower abdomen: heat helps to promote movement of blood and improve circulation. Castor oil can break down inflammation and scar tissue. This is especially effective for women who get menstrual cramp relief from heating pads.
Have you been recently diagnosed with uterine fibroids and wondering what’s the next step?
Uterine fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) growths that occur in the uterus. They are incredibly common amongst women, and many will have the fibroid without even knowing it because they don’t show any symptoms. Chinese medicine is amazing at working on fibroids and related issues. The reason is simple. Our goal is not to just reduce the fibroid, but to understand the hormonal imbalance causing the fibroid growth. This imbalance is also most likely causing your problem with heavy flow or cramps or infertility.
Read MoreWhen it comes to banishing both common and uncommon pregnancy woes, many moms-to-be sing the praises of acupuncture. It is credited for easing a wide range of pregnancy symptoms including heartburn, swollen ankles, constipation, carpal tunnel symptoms, sciatica and more. Some pregnancy symptoms acupuncture can relieve that science has studied are: Morning sickness, Lower back and pelvic pain, Depression, Headaches, Sleep Problems, Breach baby and more.
In addition to treating common pregnancy symptoms, there are other benefits to receiving acupuncture that can greatly improve the health of both mom and baby.
Read MoreLet’s face it — for most people, this has been a tough year. Now, to top that off, we’re coming up on the most stressful time of year. With stress, for those susceptible, high blood pressure goes along with it all. Acupuncture can provide incredible results when administered by a highly trained acupuncturist like Aylee Thierfelder, LAc.
Read MoreWith so many involved now in the war in the Middle East and Veterans Day now approaching, we are reminded that after selflessly serving their country many American military personnel are left suffering from the effects of stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Western medicine often treats it with expensive, time consuming, and potentially ineffective drugs with addictive and unwanted side effects.
Read MoreAcupuncture is a cost-effective and safe treatment modality for the alleviation or elimination of migraine headaches. Findings report that acupuncture reduces the frequency, intensity, and duration of migraine attacks. Research indicates that patients receiving acupuncture are also less prone to secondary anxiety attacks and depression.
Read MoreMany people in our area are about to begin experiencing an increase in their level of chronic pain. I’ll tell you why...
Read MoreIf it is your first time to try acupuncture, it may seem a bit terrifying. Most people grow up steeped in the traditions of Western medicine, which is why holistic healing seems a bit too “out there.” However, acupuncture is a healing technique that has been practiced for more than two thousand years and helps improve the quality of life and treat health issues such as allergies, depression and more.
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