Acupuncture Research in the 21st Century: Innovative, Trans Disciplinary and Focused on Public Health
(Published Sep 30, 2013)
ISO-TC 249: International Standards For TCM
(Published Sep 30, 2013)
PCOM Staff, Faculty and Alumni Give Back to Veterans
(Published Aug 31, 2013)
In Memory of Acupuncturist Al Stone
(Published Aug 31, 2013)
Pacific Symposium Celebrates Silver Anniversary
(Published Jul 31, 2013)
Trudy McAlister Foundation Awards Announces 2013 Scholarship Winners
(Published Jul 31, 2013)
Annual AOBTA Gathering Offers A Range of Perspectives
(Published Jul 31, 2013)
Healing the Qi: The Boston Marathon Bombing
(Published Jun 30, 2013)
Study: Acupuncture for Acute Low Back Pain More Effective Than Drugs
(Published Jun 30, 2013)
Happenings in Our Evolving Profession
(Published May 31, 2013)
Temporary Injunction Granted in Florida Personal Injury Protection Case
(Published Apr 30, 2013)
Acupuncture One Step Closer to Medicare Inclusion
(Published Mar 31, 2013)
Congratulations to Our Survey Winner
(Published Jan 31, 2013)
Study: Acupuncture Helps With Cancer Fatigue
(Published Jan 31, 2013)
Emphasis on Wellness at APHA Meeting
(Published Jan 31, 2013)
Insurance Carrier Increases Diagnoses Codes For Acupuncture Benefits
(Published Nov 30, 2012)
Important Notice From NCCAOM to Former Diplomates
(Published Nov 30, 2012)
International Symposium on Acupuncture and Meridian Studies: Conference Recap
(Published Nov 30, 2012)
Research: Acupuncture Is Both Cost and Medically Effective
(Published Oct 31, 2012)
Evolving Directions for Acupuncture Research: Report from the International Research Congress on Integrative Medicine and Health
(Published Aug 31, 2012)
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.
Migraines are unilateral, throbbing headaches, often with concurrent nausea, photophobia, and phonophobia. Approximately 10% of the global population suffers from migraines, with women more than three times as likely as men to experience them. Medication remains a mainstay treatment option, making nondrug alternatives critical to safer practices. New research suggests auricular acupuncture may be one such alternative.
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How much training in gua sha did you get in acupuncture school? If it was not much more than an introduction, now is the time to revisit this powerful healing modality. I’ve found gua sha to be one of my go-to skills to address myofascial dysfunction, all sorts of pain, limited range of motion, and even to promote general well-being. Let’s discuss the keys to effective gua sha treatment, which I hope will get more acupuncturists using it in the clinic.