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Regina

It is not uncommon to see patients bring in over-the-counter herbal remedies for common symptoms such as anxiety and fatigue. In some cases, these generic remedies offer clinical improvements, but in many cases they do not. I always see these situations as teaching opportunities for practitioners of East Asian medicine…

What’s missing for next stages of growth in acupuncture as it relates to the complementary and integrative health industry? I’m already seeing three key areas where we have opportunity. It’s important for us to understand not only at a high-level, industry-wide perspective what issues need to be addressed, but also…

Poor sleep quality is common among Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients, with potential causative factors including chemical changes in the brain that disrupt sleep-wake cycles; PD medications that negatively affect the ability to fall or stay asleep; and mental-health challenges from living with the disease itself. A recent single-center randomized, double-blind…

The large intestine (aka colon) is the Great Eliminator, or as Professor J.R. Worsley called it, “The Drainer of the Dregs.” Dregs are defined as the remnants of liquid with its sediment left in a container, or the basest, least valuable portion of anything. Classical Asian medicine considers it the…

If you find yourself increasingly frustrated with the impersonal nature of patient interactions, you are not alone. Patients come to you vulnerable and needing your medical expertise. They need reassurance, empathy, and a personal touch. Believe it or not, mobile marketing strategies could be the solution to fostering a deeper…

What are we really doing when treating injury and helping an athlete prepare their body efficiently, effectively, and wholistically for peak performance? How do we help regain that fine balance, the yin-yang tuning of the tissues and ultimately the athlete? What it really boils down to is correcting muscle imbalances.

How can you be sure that Google Analytics is not HIPAA compliant? Because Google clearly states it: “Google makes no representations that Google Analytics satisfies HIPAA requirements and does not offer Business Associate Agreements in connection with this service.” This article abbreviates the March 18, 2024, Office for Civil Rights…

Xerostomia (dry mouth) “is the sensation you may feel when you don’t have enough saliva (spit).” It can be caused by certain medications and underlying health conditions including salivary stones, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Xerostomia also may occur in conjunction with radiation treatment for cancer, particularly head and neck cancer.

Anti-fat refers to behaviors, systems and attitudes that marginalize and exclude fat bodies. In health care settings, anti-fat bias harms patients and denies them access to care. Although no studies have looked specifically at acupuncture clinics, we can assume that anti-fat bias is a problem for us, too.

Victoria

Over the summer and well into the fall months, I tend to see more patients presenting with gastrointestinal issues. While there are a wide range of TCM remedies for such issues, in this installment I will focus on how to differentiate between the spleen points of Sp 3 and Sp…

Pregnenolone, often referred to as the “mother of all hormones,” occupies a central position in the endocrine cascade. Pregnenolone supplementation has garnered attention for its therapeutic potential in easing symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances, notably those encountered during perimenopause and menopause, including hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia, mood swings, and cognitive…

As acupuncturists and herbalists, we have powerful tools in our hands to stop the huge population that is relying on birth control pills and metformin. As these two cases illustrate, we can help them by addressing the root causes – not only to restore their current reproductive health and fertility,…

“Wellness coaching” is becoming a buzzword these days, signifying to many a chance to finally rid themselves of chronic health problems or even to “start over.” Adding wellness coaching to your other clinic services means that both the branch and root of a problem are addressed and resolved.

Red light therapy, a key component of treating the neck, offers a multitude of benefits for rejuvenating the skin’s appearance and function. Microneedling offers a comprehensive approach to addressing various skin concerns, including neck wrinkles, which can be challenging to treat with acupuncture alone.

British-born shiatsu instructor Shuddhabha Lannen, AOBTA-RI, of Montana and I recently brainstormed her creative game plan to initiate the first fully AOBTA-compliant shiatsu program in Montana under the umbrella of Sacred Roots massage school. Our chat prompted me to review the shiatsu offsite clinics I initiated during my years on…

Optum Health is rescinding recoupment for past payments of cupping under the unlisted service code 97039. Many member offices had received letters of recoupment that amounted to thousands of dollars. Prior to this update, Optum indicated that the use of 97039 was improper to identify cupping. This began in approximately…

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