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Understanding the Differences Between Dry Needling and Acupuncture
When most people hear the term “acupuncture” they think of needles being inserted into the skin. The term dry needling is often brought up for people suffering from pain as well and it also includes needles being inserted into the skin. But for the most part, that’s where the similarities end. Everything from their origins and benefits to how
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Also tagged dry needling, tcm, western medicine
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A Helpful Primer on Acupuncture Needles
Just how many types are there and what do they all do?
If you’ve ever thought about trying acupuncture, you might find yourself with an equal mix of curiosity and trepidation. What is this ancient medicine? How does it work? And what about all the different kinds of needles? Do they hurt? Let’s take some of the guesswork and apprehension
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Finding Relief: Acupuncture for Neuropathy
According to a 2014 study, approximately 10% of Americans suffer from some form of neuropathic pain, and those numbers have only increased since then. Neuropathy is a condition that affects the peripheral nerves, leading to pain, weakness, and sensory disturbances. Depending on the severity of the condition, traditional treatments offer only limited relief and patients can grow desperate
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Acupuncture: A Gentle Touch in the Fight Against Cancer
When hearing a cancer diagnosis, some people find it “hard to breathe” or feel like their “head is spinning”. It can be overwhelming to learn about the prognosis, treatment options, and what to expect as you begin the journey that will hopefully lead to a full recovery.
The aggressive treatments, often including chemotherapy and radiation, can leave patients feeling
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Also tagged cancer care, chemotherapy, depression, tcm
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Acupuncture Offers Hope for Diabetes Management
Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s inability to produce or effectively use insulin. Despite adhering to a medication regimen and making positive lifestyle changes, those dealing with diabetes might still struggle with controlling blood sugar levels; frustration and fatigue can be constant companions.
Did you know that acupuncture can help
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Veterans Can Find Relief and Recovery with Acupuncture
You would be hard pressed to find a warrior who didn’t come home wounded; either physically, emotionally, or more likely, both. Those who serve our country often return carrying the weight of their experiences, unable to find solace due to their deep emotional scars.
Posted in Acupuncture, PTSD, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Veterans
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Using Acupuncture to Manage Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune diseases can prove to be intricate and seemingly unsolvable puzzles for many people. Statistics prove this to be true as millions worldwide are impacted by autoimmune diseases ranging from rheumatoid arthritis to lupus, Crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis, irritable bowel disease, and even Parkinson’s disease. Conventional medicine can diagnose 100 different autoimmune conditions, however the treatments offered don’t completely
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The Benefits of Detoxifying Your Body with Acupuncture
Life can be incredibly stressful. Even if things are going well, the constant pull of the needs of others including kids, coworkers, parents, and friends can leave us feeling drained and will often lead us into making poor lifestyle choices.
But what if there was a place you could go to heal your body and your mind? A
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Acupuncture For Orthopedic Pain
Orthopedic pain is an issue for many Americans, and it comes in a number of different forms including knee, hip, shoulder, and other joint pain. According to many studies, acupuncture has been proven to be an effective tool to deal with orthopedic pain.
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Acupuncture & Athletes: A Winning Combination
Whether a weekend warrior, a seasoned semi-professional, or professional competitor, athletes are always looking for that competitive edge — the thing that can keep them healthy and give them a bit more in the tank to defeat the competition.
Sports acupuncture is a great tool athletes can use as part of their overall health care strategy. Sports acupuncture is
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