Patient Help Sheet – Low Back Pain

Patient Help Sheet – Low Back Pain

Statistics show that almost eight out of ten people will experience low back pain at some point during their life. Seeking medical treatment for back pain is very common. Typically back pain is fleeting and can be easily resolved with rest, heat and an occasional...
Why can’t I get motivated?

Why can’t I get motivated?

We’ve all been there – you have the best of intentions to do something positive or productive (go to the gym, make healthy dietary changes, start working on a new project around the house, finish a work assignment, study for an upcoming test) – but you end...
Seven Ways to Set and Achieve Your Goals

Seven Ways to Set and Achieve Your Goals

No matter what you’re trying to accomplish, setting goals is one way to help you get there. Setting goals can often encourage motivation, focus, and direction and can also provide a benchmark to determine whether or not you are succeeding. But how do you set...
Research Update: TCM and the Immune System

Research Update: TCM and the Immune System

A study published by the National Institutes of Health evaluated the efficacy of acupuncture for stimulating or regulating the immune system by comparing the results from several studies that each used different methods of acupuncture. Through the use of...
3 AcuPoints for Anxiety

3 AcuPoints for Anxiety

One of the most wonderful things about being an acupuncturist is the ability to stimulate points on my own body when I need to. If I get a headache or feel a cold coming on, I can always hop up on my table for a quick tune-up with some needles. Even when I’m not at...