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Spring and the New You
Spring is a new beginning. Throughout Winter we endeavored to separate what we wanted to keep from the last year and what was safe to get rid of. With introspection we pinpointed the things that are important. Now is the time to make a plan for reaching those goals and setting the stage to make it a reality.
Forward Head Posture:
Forward head posture is the chronic habit of hunching forward, then compensating by lifting our chin. When our spine is not in alignment this adds excess weight to the muscles and bones of our neck which over time will cause injury.
Grief and the Toll it Takes
Grief is a consumptive disease. Not only does it impact one’s mental well-being, but their physical health as well. Studies have shown that those with existing illnesses often get worse after loss. From the standpoint of Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is because one’s physical and mental states are inextricable. When so much energy is used in fighting off grief the body has fewer resources to utilize for itself, or it becomes exhausted from the strain.
Gut Reactions:
Research is finding gut ties to anxiety, diabetes, metabolic diseases, Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis. Just as stunning is how effective acupuncture is at adjusting this crucial system.
Audit Your Rituals
Rituals are very powerful. From the weekly phone call with your parents to that post-meal piece of chocolate, rituals can be a defining part of your life for better and for worse.
Treating Headaches and Migraines at Their Root
Here it comes: mood shifts, auras, neck stiffness, light sensitivity. And then the pain – I’ve heard it described as a searing knife. Migraines.
Fall: The Season Of Consolidation
Adhering to the premise of ‘be as nature,’ we should adjust our behavior to match the change in our environment. Doing this prevents illness, stabilizes our state of mind and keeps us in peek condition through the season. Let’s talk about Autumn.
The Grind: TMJ, Jaw Pain and Holistic Medicine
Have you ever woken up with an aching pain in your jaw that seems to linger? Maybe it fades as the day goes on, but the next morning there it is to greet you. These are typical symptoms of temporomandibular joint pain, typically called TMJ or TMD.
Tips for a More Restful Sleep, According to an Acupuncturist
Insomnia is such a common thing these days that it’s almost surprising when you meet someone who does enjoy a restful sleep. They’re like unicorns, if everyone was jealous and hated unicorns.
In Tune With the Seasons: Late Summer
One of the core tenants of TCM is the idea that humans are inextricably tied to the world they live in. It’s a Taoist precept that we are not separate from the world – we’re a reflection of it. From a practical level this is common sense. Some illnesses present more often in hotter climates than colder ones, for instance.
Protecting and Rehabilitating Your Elbows
For many one of the big draws of South Florida are the outdoor activities. Sunshine and blue skies make for a perfect golf day or a few hours on the tennis court. Good times, until that ominous ache starts in the elbow.
Combat Summer Heat with Traditional Chinese Medicine
With the hotter months comes all the staples of summer; oppressive heat, high humidity, and biting sun. As the temperatures climb our bodies are subjective to rapid and intense changes, which in turn can lead to a number of health issues unique to this time of year. The first and top concern is sunstroke. The Chinese called it Summer Heat and defined it as the following constellation of symptoms:
Holistic Medicine for Post-Viral Symptoms and Immune Recovery
Millions of people have been exposed to the SARS-CoV2 virus, and now months later we are beginning to understand more about the consequences of infection. Post-viral fatigue, loss of smell and taste, brain fog and chronic cough have been widely reported. Frustratingly, patients are being told that there isn’t much they can do about these complaints except rest.
PTSD and its Response to Traditional Treatment
PTSD is estimated to effect 8 million Americans each year. Learn how acupuncture and traditional medicine can help.
Stress, Pain and the Excess Lifestyle
The idea of duality is the basis for much of TCM theory. Yin and Yang, action and inaction, and how they work synergistically together. Ultimately health is found when the two forces are in balance. Unfortunately, Western civilization is often caught up in the idea of extremes.
How Acupuncture Makes Your Life Better
Acupuncture makes life better, research proves it. Acupuncture is great when problems arise, but research has shown that consistent acupuncture can improve overall quality of life.
What Your Face is Trying to Tell You
The face has always held an important role in life. It’s how we present ourselves to the world. Our critical sense organs gather information for the rest of our body to use. Likewise, to those who pay attention, the face can say a lot about the person.
Menstrual Discomfort: The Culture-Bound Syndrome
Many studies have shown that women in the United States and UK suffer greater discomforts than their counterparts in Asia and elsewhere. It was discovered that cultural influences play a significant role in how women feel – physically and emotionally – as they go through their period.
Insomnia: The War For Sleep
Acupuncture and herbal medicine are excellent tools in the quest for a proper night’s sleep. Through its downregulation of the autonomic nervous response and neurological modulation, acupuncture has been found effective in the treatment of insomnia.
Does Acupuncture Work?
Does acupuncture work? The short answer - yes. By any measure acupuncture and the full scope of traditional treatments help people feel better. This is how.