Rory Crouse is an acupuncturist practicing in Long Island, N.Y. He has a background in business, earned his master's degree in traditional Chinese medicine,  and is currently working on his doctorate of Chinese medicine. He and his wife founded M & R acupuncture, a Long Island-based wellness clinic, and have loved being a part of their friendly local community. Rory treats a variety of ailments in his practice, but specializes in pain relief, treating sciatica and chronic pain. He also has a passion for Chinese herbology. Rory believes that balance Рin lifestyle, activity and perspective Рis the key to health and well-being.
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.
