According to Reuters Health, a new study suggests that people suffering from depression can receive the same benefits from acupuncture that they would from counseling to help their depression. The study looked at 755 people with depression and found that one in three people who received acupuncture or counseling did not have depression after three [...]
A study published in the Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies in 2013 found that students were less likely to feel anxiety and OCD related symptoms after having a 20-minute acupuncture treatment. Researchers at Georgetown University found that acupuncture can reduce the body’s production of stress hormones, which then can lower symptoms of OCD or compulsive behavior [...]
Whether you are looking to reduce your risk of prostate disease or treat an existing condition, acupuncture may be able to help. Because of its holistic approach, acupuncture can help relieve symptoms associated with prostate problems like frequent and painful urination. A report titled Traditional Chinese Medicine and Prostate Health published by Pacific College found [...]
Can’t Sleep? Get Your Beauty Rest with Acupuncture! It sounds counterintuitive to use acupuncture to assist with insomnia, the inability to initiate sleep or remain asleep long enough to give your body the rest it needs to function at . Some may question how relaxing acupuncture can be since the practice of acupuncture includes needles. [...]
Go Back to School with Clarity and FOCUS! Whether you are going back to school to continue your education or you are sending students back to school, wouldn’t it be nice to have that competitive edge? Imaging brining more clarity and focus to the classroom! Great news! There is a natural and safe way to [...]
Going through surgery is no easy task. It would be wonderful if we could go through surgery and have it behind us. That is just not the case. Recovery is what lies ahead after surgery. Depending on the type of surgery can determine the length and the pain one must endure during the recovery process. [...]
Don’t let yours be about pain! As kids we saw summer as that long needed break from school and homework. As kids we took advantage of lazy days at the beach or pool, sports camps and family vacations! As adults we embrace the extra free time with our families and enjoy participating in outdoor activities. [...]
What is arthritis? The word arthritis comes from the Greek word anthrax with means “joint”. “Itis” is of Latin descent meaning “inflammation”. Therefore, the simplest definition of arthritis is that it is painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints. This pain and stiffness can worsen as you age. Fast Facts: May is National Arthritis Awareness [...]
How can Ancient Chinese Medicine treatments like Acupuncture help you fall asleep faster and help you improve the quality of your sleep? The month of March is the perfect time of year to discuss sleep, improving sleep and how acupuncture can help. March happens to be National Sleep Awareness month! Have you ever wondered why [...]
To understand how acupuncture can help relieve headaches and migraines, you must have a general understanding of how acupuncture works. Overall, acupuncture helps to relieve symptoms and signs of many health problems. It can also uncover the underlying root cause or causes of those symptoms. The Basics: Understanding Qi Qi energy flows through your [...]