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Healing with Dance Through 5Rhythms
April 2011 (Vol. 12, Issue 04)
The Science of Acupuncture
September 2006 (Vol. 07, Issue 09)
New Ideas for an OM Practice
May 2006 (Vol. 07, Issue 05)
A Closer Look at Integrative Medicine
August 2005 (Vol. 06, Issue 08)
Integrative Oncology: A Closer Look
May 2005 (Vol. 06, Issue 05)
Oriental Medicine: An Integral Part of Integrative Oncology, Part Two
October 2004 (Vol. 05, Issue 10)
Oriental Medicine: An Integral Part of Integrative Oncology, Part One
September 2004 (Vol. 05, Issue 09)
Balance
May 2004 (Vol. 05, Issue 05)
World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies and EUROTCM Update
December 2003 (Vol. 04, Issue 12)
Oriental Medicine in Hawaii
August 2003 (Vol. 04, Issue 08)
Explaining How Acupuncture Works
Co-Author: Joni Kroll
May 2003 (Vol. 04, Issue 05)
Create a Rewarding Cash-Based Practice
October 2002 (Vol. 03, Issue 10)
The Spirit of the Matter -- Ethics
July 2002 (Vol. 03, Issue 07)
The Heart of Healing - Patient Care
April 2002 (Vol. 03, Issue 04)
Key to a Balanced Practice: Qigong
July 2001 (Vol. 02, Issue 07)
Why Organize? Part One of a Two-Part Series!
January 2001 (Vol. 02, Issue 01)
Why Organize? Part Two of a Two-Part Series
February 2001 (Vol. 02, Issue 02)
Demystifying the NCCAOM
April 2001 (Vol. 02, Issue 04)
Volunteer Today
October 2000 (Vol. 01, Issue 10)
Reflections on Success in Your Practice
January 2000 (Vol. 01, Issue 01)
Reflections on Public Speaking
April 2000 (Vol. 01, Issue 04)
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Women's Health
A Harmonious Point Combination to Treat Constipation During Pregnancy
A Harmonious Point Combination to Treat Constipation During Pregnancy

Acupuncture can provide constipation relief while maintaining a healthy pregnancy. A combination of San Jiao 6 (Zhi Gou) and Stomach 36 (Zu San Li) is excellent for treating constipation during pregnancy. San Jiao 6 is the shu-stream and fire point of the San Jiao channel. It can regulate the qi of the three jiaos, unblock the qi of the fu organs, descend counterflow fire, open the orifices, activate the collaterals to disperse stagnation, and eliminate distention to stop pain.

Jacky Zhu, MAOM, LAc
Acupuncture Techniques
Acupuncture’s Role in Stimulating the Vagus Nerve
Acupuncture’s Role in Stimulating the Vagus Nerve

One of the longest nerves in the body is known as the vagus nerve (VN). The VN is the 10th pair of cranial nerves that originates at the brain stem in the medulla oblongata. This nerve is part of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is a part of the ANS. Research suggests ear acupuncture can activate the VN.

Amanda Archuleta, DAOM, LAc
Your Practice / Business
Putting Mitochondrial Health at the Center of Clinical Care
Putting Mitochondrial Health at the Center of Clinical Care

Mitochondria, the cell’s “powerhouses,” generate adenosine triphosphate (ATP), regulate oxidative stress, and coordinate vital cellular functions. When mitochondrial health declines, patients may experience widespread effects, from impaired muscle recovery to cognitive decline. The mitochondrial theory of aging even suggests progressive mitochondrial deterioration is a central mechanism in chronic disease and systemic frailty. Photobiomodulation (PBM), the therapeutic use of red and near-infrared light, directly targets mitochondria to restore energy metabolism.

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Phil Harrington, DC, CMLSO, FASLMS