In China, there is an old saying “No pain, no gain”. What is the definition of pain? There are many way people can fell pain. The pain here is the sensation of getting Qi inside body. This pain includes sensation of “Soreness or dull pain, Numbness or electric shock, Swelling and bulging”. The needle does not effect on the patient […]
Read MoreAcupuncture may help relieving severe nerve pain experienced by the patients undergoing cancer treatment, a new study has suggested. Cancer patients treated with taxanes, vinca alkaloids, or platinum compounds can develop a condition known as chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy, or CIPN for short, as a by-product of their treatment. These powerful drugs can damage peripheral nerves, particularly in the calves […]
Read MoreFollowing is on courtesy of Suzane LAc Chinese Medicine: Rooted in Spirit In Taoist Chinese medicine, heart (shen or spirit), soul (mind/emotions) and the physical body are entwined as one. Ancient tradition teaches us and modern research now shows that as our hearts become clear, filling with gratitude and loving-kindness, this engages the higher cognitive functioning of […]
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Read MoreA regular menstrual cycle is an important element of successful conception. The menstrual cycle refers to the maturation and release of an egg as well as the preparation of the uterus to receive and nurture the fertilized egg (embryo). The hormones released during the menstrual cycle control the sequence of events that lead to […]
Read MoreEczema: The term eczema is broadly applied to a range of persistent skin conditions. These include dryness and recurring skin rashes that are characterized by one or more of these symptoms: redness, skin edema (swelling), itching and dryness, crusting, flaking, blistering, cracking, oozing, or bleeding. Areas of temporary skin discoloration may appear and are sometimes […]
Read MoreHow does acupuncture work? In recent years, science has determined that human beings are complex bioelectric systems. This understanding has been the foundation of acupuncture practice for several thousand years. Classic acupuncture states that energy circulates throughout the body along well-defined pathways, called meridians. Points on the skin, along these pathways, are energetically connected to […]
Read MoreBasal body temperature is the lowest temperature attained by the body during rest (usually during sleep). It is generally measured immediately after awakening and before any physical activity has been undertaken, although the temperature measured at that time is somewhat higher than the true basal body temperature (see Fig. 1). Therefore, the earlier BBT taken, […]
Read MoreComplementary treatments for bipolar disorder Acupuncture – Even though Acupuncture has been used in China for thousands years on symptoms like bipolar disorder, in US, it is currently being studied as a complementary treatment for bipolar disorder. Some researchers believe that it may help people with bipolar disorder by modulating their stress response. Studies on […]
Read More(CBS) It’s estimated that after a year of trying to conceive, 10 percent of American couples are unable to get pregnant on their own. The vast majority of them turn to traditional fertility treatments for help, but a growing number are also trying alternative therapies, including acupuncture, says Saturday Early Show’s Dr. Mallika Marshall. More […]
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