04 Jan

Depression a common disorder in US

Depression is a common disorder in America. Acupuncture is very effective in depression treatment. The mechanism is, at least, it could activate more endomorphine-1, beta endorphin, encephalin, serotonin and dopamine in brain. Endorphin and serotonin are substances which maintained good mood, as well as physical condition. Dopamine is a basis of desire. These mechanism are […]

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06 Sep

anxiety and Stress of Pregnancy

Psychological issues The most common symptoms we treat at Turning Point Acupuncture are worry, anxiety,depression and overall tension. All pregnant women are concerned about their pregnancy and the transition happening in her life. As a New Yorker she is probably also juggling a hectic schedule of appointments and responsibilities. At the very least, acupuncture is […]

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06 Sep

Post-partum disorders

Acupuncture for Post-partum disorders  When time is possible, the new mother should be encouraged to get acupuncture treatment after delivery. The restoration of her own health is imperative for her own well being and for her ability to be present for her newborn. Among the conditions that acupuncture can address after birth are: Fatigue Postpartum […]

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06 Dec

Chinese Medicine: view of body mind and spirit

Following 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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20 Oct

Acupuncture treating Bipolar Disorder

  Complementary 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 […]

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29 Jul

Acupuncture treating Anxiety, Stress and Depression

First, let us look at the report from German study on depression “The benefit from whole body acupuncture in major depression.” Röschke J1, Wolf C, Müller MJ, Wagner P, Mann K, Grözinger M, Bech S. Author information 1 Department of Psychiatry, University of Mainz, Untere Zahlbacher Str. 8, 55101, Mainz, Germany. roeschke@goofy.zdv.uni-mainz.de Abstract BACKGROUND: In […]

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