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Amy Ayla Wolf, DAOM, LAc

Amy Ayla Wolf (formerly Moll), LAc, DOM, DAOM,specializes in neurological disorders, chronic pain, and concussion recovery at her private practice. She's also a faculty member of the Carrick Institute of Clinical Neuroscience and Rehabilitation. For more information visit amy@acupunctureneurology.com.

Previous Articles

Neuroimmunology and Herbal Medicine: Connecting the Dots
November 2020 (Vol. 21, Issue 11)
A New Mechanism for Pain? Acupuncture and the Endocannabinoid System
August 2020 (Vol. 21, Issue 08)
A Deeper Look at the Parietal Lobe
May 2020 (Vol. 21, Issue 05)
Tracking the Wind: Examining the Secret Life of the Cerebellum (Pt. 2)
December 2019 (Vol. 20, Issue 12)
Tracking the Wind: Examining the Secret Life of the Cerebellum (Pt. 1)
November 2019 (Vol. 20, Issue 11)
Insights on Frontal Lobe Assessments—the How and Why
July 2019 (Vol. 20, Issue 07)
Neurological Exams to Inform Point Prescriptions
March 2019 (Vol. 20, Issue 03)
Dysautonomia: After a Concussion
February 2018 (Vol. 19, Issue 02)
Lessons from Functional Neurology
October 2016 (Vol. 17, Issue 10)
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Acupuncture, a key pillar of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has been practiced for thousands of years to promote healing and restore balance within the body. However, with rapid technological advancements reshaping health care, acupuncture is entering a new era. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics is revolutionizing diagnostics, treatment precision, education, and research – enhancing patient outcomes like never before.

Aram Akopyan, MD, LAc
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Acupuncture and Neuroplasticity: A Promising Treatment for PTSD
Acupuncture and Neuroplasticity: A Promising Treatment for PTSD

Interestingly, although lots of attention has recently been given to the role psychedelic medicines employed in therapy could play in healing PTSD and trauma generally, new research has just been published showing acupuncture can also be of significant help in alleviating this widespread disorder, and may act similarly to psychedelics on a particular quality of our brains to heal and remodel themselves: neuroplasticity.

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The Emerging Role of Nicotine in the Integrative Treatment of Long COVID
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Long COVID has challenged conventional medical paradigms. There is certainly a growing need for therapies that bridge traditional pharmacology with integrative strategies. Among the more unconventional options, nicotine – delivered via low-dose transdermal patches – has surfaced as a potential tool. While the idea may sound wacky, emerging evidence and clinical anecdotes suggest it warrants exploration.

Bill Reddy, LAc, Dipl. Ac.