Why Do Acupuncturists Want to See Your Tongue?

A colleague of mine helped run a study on the use of acupuncture to treat depression. As part of the record-keeping, each patient’s file included photos of their tongue, along with other information from the intake and follow-up assessments. This acupuncturist found herself at a table with a bunch of researchers, psychiatrists, and medical doctors, … Read more

Dealing With Setbacks in Healing

I remember this well: I was in my mid-30’s, nursing a neck injury that ultimately took years to heal. That summer I was staying with friends while I found a new apartment, enjoying their swimming pool, their cooking, and the company of their children.  I was having a pretty good week, neck-wise, which was a … Read more

How to Get the Most from Your Acupuncture Treatments

As many of you know, getting acupuncture treatment can be a wonderful investment in your quality of life and long-term health.  People who get acupuncture often report better energy and emotional balance, a stronger immune system, and less susceptibility to stress, along with relief from specific symptoms. In general, those who get the most benefit … Read more

What Conditions Can Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Treat?

 Below is a partial list of conditions that can be successfully treated with Chinese Medicine.  Pain ·        Headache, migraine ·        Back pain, sciatica ·        Carpal tunnel syndrome ·        Knee, hip, ankle, shoulder and elbow pain or injury ·        Fibromyalgia Digestive ·        Indigestion, heartburn, ulcer ·        Constipation, diarrhea, gas, irritable bowel ·        Nausea, morning sickness Respiratory … Read more

What is Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Traditional Chinese Medicine, which includes both acupuncture and herbs, is a complete system of medicine that has been practiced for over 3000 years. Today it is widely used in China, Japan, Korea, Europe, and the United States, and is being continuously refined and modernized through the experience and innovations of its many practitioners worldwide. Chinese … Read more