At the Kokin Healing Center, we’re all about education. We love to empower our patients to learn how to take good care of their bodies; and we’re always learning ourselves. In that spirit, the Healing Blog is a place for us to teach and to learn. We hope you enjoy these posts and share them with friends, family and colleagues.
As summer unfolds, many women find their menopausal symptoms rising with the temperature. Those sudden, stealthy heatwaves—better known as hot flashes—can feel relentless, especially when June’s warmth sets in. Night sweats soak the sheets, moods swing unpredictably,...
In 2025, women’s health is at a crossroads. Modern life brings new pressures: demanding careers, caregiving responsibilities, hormonal transitions, and constant digital connection. No wonder rates of anxiety, burnout, and chronic illness are at all-time highs. The...
Foot and lower leg pain can take a serious toll on your mobility and overall quality of life. Two common conditions that often show up together—especially among walkers, runners, athletes, and people who are on their feet all day—are plantar fasciitis and shin...
Cervical spine conditions are becoming increasingly common, especially among women managing demanding work schedules, family responsibilities, and increased screen time. The cervical spine—comprising the seven vertebrae in the neck—plays a crucial role in supporting...
As the holiday season approaches, many of us feel both excitement and a bit of stress. Between family gatherings, travel plans, and the pressures to make everything "just right," the holidays can sometimes leave us feeling drained. By acknowledging common holiday...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal disorder that affects millions of women worldwide. While its most commonly known effects include irregular periods, infertility, and excessive hair growth, PCOS also poses significant risks to a woman's...
The dictionary defines stress in multiple ways, but there is only one that matters when we discuss how stress affects our physical bodies. The definition is this, “stress is a physical, chemical or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension.” And while most...
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health condition in the US. Despite very different medical terminology used by Eastern and Western practitioners, there are significant overlaps in the understanding of how anxiety disorders can arise and play out in the...
The dictionary defines stress in multiple ways, but there is only one that matters when we discuss how stress affects our physical bodies. Stress is defined as a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension. Stress actually does have a...
Nearly 30% of American adults struggle with chronic insomnia, and that percentage increases with age. Standard treatment includes sleeping pills and cognitive therapy. Cognitive therapy shows a lot of promise as an effective treatment and sleeping pills, though...
Marin — acupuncturist, nutritionist, and owner of the Kokin Healing Center — is beloved by her patients. Read about patients that have found success at the Kokin Healing Center in Calabasas.