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Acupuncture
Needle by Needle: Acupuncture and Healing from Trauma
People can experience trauma in a variety of ways. Trauma can be physical or emotional. It can be the result of an event like a car accident or through a relationship like with an abusive parent, teacher/coach, or spouse. Trauma doesn’t just reside in the mind but rather embeds itself deep in the body.
It can be tricky to treat and can manifest anxiety and other behavioral triggers sometimes without warning. Many trauma victims are finding that acupuncture, with its whole-person, body-based approach, offers a powerful and gentle tool for those seeking to heal from the wounds trauma leaves behind. continue reading
How Acupuncture Supports Healing in Autoimmune Diseases
In January 2025, Mayo Clinic researchers and collaborators have described — for the first time — the prevalence of autoimmune diseases in the U.S. Their research, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, reports that about 15 million people are estimated to have one or more of 105 autoimmune diseases. Treatments can vary but more and more people are looking for alternatives without harsh side effects. Patients are seeking out complementary treatments that address the whole person, not just the symptoms. Among these options, acupuncture stands out as a promising therapy with ancient roots and growing modern validation. continue reading
Unlocking the Basics of Acupuncture: Understanding Qi, Blood, Yin & Yang
If you’ve been thinking about trying acupuncture but aren’t sure what to expect, this article just might be the best place to start. Let’s explore the basic concepts that form the foundation of acupuncture, including the nature of Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, and how these elements influence health and healing. continue reading
How Acupuncture Supports Recovery from Sports Injuries
Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior taking your sport of choice seriously, every practice, every competition, and every training session or practice is likely aimed at perfection. But when you get sidelined by injury, your whole world can change quickly.
And when standard injury recovery options like physical therapy provide little improvement, many athletes at every level are turning to acupuncture to aid recovery, manage pain, and get back in the game stronger than before. continue reading
How Acupuncture Supports New Moms
Late night, exhaustion, and countless diaper changes are expected for new moms. But what often isn’t expected are the overwhelming physical and emotional drain that can sometimes linger long after the hospital stay. Breastfeeding challenges, unpredictable moods, persistent back pain, and a deep sense of loneliness can become ever present in the daily life of a new mom. And finding ways to deal with this new reality can be challenging. For many new moms, acupuncture has become a lifeline; a gentle but powerful way to heal body and mind during one of life’s most transformative periods. continue reading