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Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu (6th century B.C.) was an originator of basic Oriental medical theory. In his book, Tao Te Ching, chapter 42, he said: “The Tao begot one, One begot two, Two begot three. Three begot ten thousand things. Ten thousand things carry yin and embrace yang. Chong qi…

Zinc and selenium are essential, have great name recognition, and are absolutely crucial for a strong immune response and defense against tumors. But it’s also highly likely your patients don’t get enough of them from diet alone – and that could put them at significant risk.

You would think the connection between hip arthritis and pain would be pretty straightforward: People with the greatest degree of arthritis as measured on X-rays should have the greatest amount of pain. Surprisingly, this is not always the case, as many people with severe arthritis are relatively asymptomatic, while people…

A very basic explanation of the nature of pain is a lack of circulation to the nerves. In treating our patients’ pain, we are always more successful when they understand the way they treat their body is the key to them feeling good.

Last time, we discussed critical elements of an informed-consent form, and how that form not only protects you in your practice, but also is actually a patient retention tool in disguise. If you missed it [December 2022 issue], understanding this important document is crucial.

Personal-injury cases often take months, if not years, to resolve, meaning you will wait months or years for payment on PI cases taken on lien. And yet, I still argue in favor of expanding the PI segment of your acupuncture practice.

A longtime patient recently contacted me with an interesting question: “Does Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan help with joint pain? I know we started this formula for hot flashes, but every time I stop taking it, my joint pain slowly creeps back. When I take it, my joint pain goes…

Simultaneous stimulation of dual acupoints (SSDA) is a combination of a variety of needling methods per my personal clinical preference. The key point is “simultaneous.” Stimulations can be with or without needles.

Question: Can an insurer recoup payments from previously paid claims? I have heard a lot of conflicting information and also wonder about any statute of limitations.

I’ve given a great deal of consideration as to how we can increase public relations and the reputation of traditional medicine here in the United States this year. I’ve decided to focus on what you can relate to most: enhancing the success of your clinic.

Unfortunately, “long COVID” or “long haulers” are already or may soon become part of your practice, but understanding how to support patients on a mitochondrial level will go a long way toward improving outcomes for this stubborn condition.

A new analysis published in the open-access research journal BMJ Open suggests acupuncture is an effective method for reducing pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain and other variables. Findings follow a PubMed, EMBASE databases, Web of Science and Cochrane Library search of randomized, controlled trials.

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