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Acupuncture Fall Season Tune Up

Fall season is the hinge between Summer and Winter. From September to November there is rapid give and take – one day it’ sunny and hot, the next day it’s raining and cold.  This weather push and pull is a … Continue reading

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When Acupuncture Does Not Work

Many people believe acupuncture does not work.  This incorrect assumption is often the belief held by those who have tried acupuncture and received little or no relief.  So, why did acupuncture not work for these people? In today’s society, instant … Continue reading

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5 Things You Should Know About Acupuncture

Are you curious about acupuncture? You’re not the only one. If you’re one of the many people who are considering acupuncture, here are 5 things you should know. It does not hurt. When people hear the word “needle”, they automatically … Continue reading

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I Want To Be Healthy

“I want to be healthy” these words have been expressed many, many, many times by my patients. What do those words truly mean? The Merriam-Webster definition of healthy is: having good health; not sick or injured. Many of us are … Continue reading

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Acupuncture Side Effects

The majority of my patients have reported to me that in addition to relieving their pain, they felt better overall.  And they further asked, did the acupuncture do that? The answer is yes!!! Side effects of acupuncture occur frequently and … Continue reading

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What Does Acupuncture Feel Like?

A common assumption about acupuncture is that it hurts. You are, after all, getting stuck with needles. Fear of pain from acupuncture needles is one of the most common reasons why people do not try acupuncture.  Often, to the patient’s … Continue reading

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Sciatic Nerve Pain

Sciatic nerve pain can literally be a huge pain in the butt.  It is the largest nerve in the body, which consists of a large bundle of smaller nerves that begin in the lumbar spine, travel down the buttocks, and … Continue reading

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Benefits of Acupuncture for Golfers

Golf is a low-impact sport (until a bad swing hits the ground) and it’s generally a low-risk sport.  According to the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), the average golfer plays 37 rounds per year and is practicing more … Continue reading

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Acupuncture and Injury & Post-Operative Recovery

Injuries occurring from sports, work or auto accidents and surgical interventions are due to trauma or overuse involving the musculoskeletal system and its soft tissues. Trauma to soft tissues, including ligaments, tendons and muscles are generally the result from falls, … Continue reading

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Another year is winding down, take advantage of unused Acupuncture benefits.

This is the time of the year I like to remind you take advantage of your remaining Acupuncture  benefits. If you have a medical savings account, such as HSA or FSA, you may use it to pay for your Acupuncture … Continue reading

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