Fall is the time of year when a lot of people catch a cold. This relates to traditional Chinese medicine theory that sees each of the body’s organ system as corresponding to a specific season; and autumn, fortuitously, just happens to correspond to the Lung system. This does not necessarily mean one only catches a cold in autumn it’s just that the cooling of the … Continue reading
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) may sound more ominous than it actually is. It can be resolved with acupuncture. Swelling and inflammation of soft tissue can occur, within that particular area of the wrist known as the “carpal tunnel” following repeated extended writs movements in an unchanging manner.
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One of the more efficient ways by which individuals with excess weight can successfully reduce their body fat is with acupuncture weight loss treatment in Saratoga Springs. An increasing number of people are becoming aware of the potency of this weight loss therapy that researchers have embarked on numerous studies to see how and why it works. Some of these studies have been published … Continue reading
Respiratory illnesses can make the simple act of breathing very difficult to do. This is exactly the case for millions of Americans suffering from respiratory illnesses such as bronchitis, asthma, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). These conditions can greatly affect the quality of life of sufferers making it extremely difficult to exercise, sleep, work and have an otherwise enjoyable daily experience. Antibiotics and inhalers … Continue reading
With more and more people suffering from sciatica, a wide variety of treatments are now being offered in the market. A new a solution for sciatica in the US (but not in China) is acupuncture and since it not only works extremely well in relieving nerve pain, it is also a very safe and natural treatment whose benefits can last for a long time.
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These days, a growing number of people are inquiring whether or not acupuncture can help treat their condition. There are also some people who know a thing or two about the treatment but decide to ignore it because they are uncertain that it will not work for them. One thing though cannot be ignored – acupuncture is slowly gaining wider acceptance in Western societies.
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A survey recently conducted by NCCAM showed that alternative medicines are more and more becoming popular by the day. In the survey, almost 12 percent of children (17 years old and under) in the US about 38 percent of adults (18 years and above) use some type of alternative and complementary medicines. However, people have raised concerns about the safety and efficacy of some of … Continue reading
The most requested acupuncture point ever is the Yintang acupoint. It is located in the middle of the forehead. The Yintang is an “extra point,” a type of acupoint that is not associated with any acupuncture channel. This Yintang is used for a few indications but it is widely sought after because it has the power to help calm shen. In Chinese medicine, Shen pertains … Continue reading