David Bibbey, Dipl. Ac., LAc

David Bibbey has served on the Florida State Oriental Medical Association’s board of directors for a decade, including serving as FSOMA president from 2021-2023. He is currently chair of the association’s Legislative Committee. He also practices in Crystal River, Fla.; and is the CEO of Patient Data Protection, LLC, a HIPAA and ADA compliance company specializing in supporting small practices and sole providers with HIPAA Privacy & Security Rule technologies and ADA website accessibility.

Previous Articles

Protecting Your Practice in 2026
March 1, 2026 (Vol. 27, Issue 3)
Changing Acupuncture Practice Models and Compliance Requirements
November 1, 2025 (Vol. 26, Issue 11)
What’s Holding Acupuncture Back in 2025?
August 1, 2025 (Vol. 26, Issue 8)
Online Tracking Technologies: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt Your Practice
September 1, 2024 (Vol. 25, Issue 9)
Common HIPAA Violations Every Acupuncturist Should Know
January 2024 (Vol. 25, Issue 1)
How Florida Saved the "Acupuncture Physician" Title
October 2023 (Vol. 24, Issue 10)
Avoiding the Perils of Data Breaches
July 2023 (Vol. 24, Issue 07)
HHS Warning About Website Tracking: What It Means for Your Practice
April 2023 (Vol. 24, Issue 04)
HIPAA-Compliant Online Payment & Billing
December 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 12)
Here's How to Avoid the Three Most Common (and Expensive) HIPAA Failures
October 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 10)
Has Your State Eliminated the HIPAA Compliance "Loophole"?
August 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 08)
Have You Documented Your HIPAA Security Risk Assessment (SRA)?
June 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 06)
State Patient Health Information Privacy Laws: Know What's Required
April 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 04)
Annual HIPAA Compliance Training
March 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 03)
HIPAA Compliance 101: Email Protection
February 2022 (Vol. 23, Issue 02)
Is Your Practice Website ADA Compliant?
April 2021 (Vol. 22, Issue 04)
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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