Matt Callison's unique ability to blend Chinese medicine with sports medicine for over 27 years is demonstrated by his excellent reputation. This is particularly evident in his educational program, the "Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification Program" (www.sportsmedicineacupuncture.com), which is attended by acupuncturists worldwide. He also has more than 20 years of experience in cadaver dissection, which has helped him to further broaden and deepen his educational program for the acupuncturist. Matt has published many articles in professional journals and is well-known for his work with professional athletes. He is also the creator of the Motor Point and Acupuncture Meridian Chart; and the author of three publications, the latest of which took him 25 years to complete: Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An integrated Approach to Combining Sports Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
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.
In prior issues, Neil discussed the Gallbladder Official as a whole (March 20 including points 17 and 24); points 37-41 (June 2013); points 1, 16, and 20 (May 2021); and points 2-3, 8-9, and 12-13 (April 2024). This article focuses on GB points 7, 10, 14-15, 18-19, 21, and 23.
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of pain and disability, often managed with pharmacological and surgical interventions. However, acupuncture has long been used as a non-invasive treatment for knee pain, and recent research provides new insights into its underlying mechanisms.
