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Kyle

After hiring someone, I doubled my practice by the next year to around 40 patients per week. I didn’t have to use my time on things I didn’t like doing: collecting money (I want to be the “good guy,” not the “bad guy”), calling patients when they’re running late or…

Part 1 of this article (January 2024 issue) discussed considerations when choosing a microneedling pen, including pen size, diameter, cartridges, and materials. In this installment, let's discuss other things to consider including battery life, storage case, warranty, serums and more.

One of the most important topics I discuss with patients on a weekly basis during the winter months is the importance of seasonal nutrition. During the colder months, I teach patients creative ways to use food and spices to warm the body, stimulate digestion, promote blood circulation, and nourish /…

In the ever-evolving landscape of migraine management, where diverse strategies from pharmaceutical interventions to integrative therapies come into play, a recent addition to the repertoire is capturing attention: CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) agonist drugs. This article delves into a comparative exploration of these cutting-edge “biologics” with acupuncture.

This is not the first time I have discussed goals and what we must do if we are truly engaged in advancing this profession. With a new year underway, let’s take a fresh perspective for 2024. It’s the Year of the Dragon; this year brings energy, strength and sometimes, breeze…

“My back is killing me!” Haven’t we all heard that countless times? And not just in our clinical practice, classrooms, at dinner parties, out shopping, or during phone calls with friends and family. How many of us stop in our tracks to offer help on the spot?

Reader Question: I have had some success billing insurance, and accept some very-well-paying plans. However, several plans do not seem to work well, so I have avoided them as you suggested in a previous article. I have been getting random denials and hope you have a list of common errors…

The Acupuncture National Discipline Database (ANDD) offers a free, one-stop search engine that captures and publishes state and national public information on all discipline matters pertaining specifically to licensed and certified acupuncturists in the U.S.

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The other mainstream medical professions all have very strong organizations that can represent them to serve their practitioners’ interests, including, for example, the American Medical Association (AMA), the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), and the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Acupuncture has multiple national associations, but none of them…

I’ve recently started using a new handheld thermography device that provides immediate thermal images and shows me (and my patient) particular areas of higher and lower temperatures. Musculoskeletal thermography (MT, also known as infrared thermography or thermal imaging), is a non-invasive tool that uses infrared cameras to detect and visualize…

Consequences for HIPAA violations can often be quite harsh. If someone has breached the HIPAA privacy regulations – even without any malicious intent, civil penalties are applicable: $100 per violation for unawareness, a minimum of $1,000 for reasonable cause, a minimum of $10,000 if willful neglect is present and then…

As an acupuncturist, you might not be billing insurance, but even for those who primarily operate on a cash basis, it is important to have a foundational knowledge of insurance because it can broaden the scope of accessibility to your services. Let’s examine the different ways that an acupuncture practice…

The current 24-hour cycle that has been regarded as fact in the teaching of traditional Chinese medical (TCM) theory is due a reconsideration. With the advancements of modern science, we are able to start a discussion regarding a different approach to a chronological time wheel from a number of different…

The luo vessels are important in the treatment of mental health issues. They are conduits of “ ying qi ”: blood and fluids. We believe that the shen is “housed” in the heart and circulated through the blood, making a channel system that “conducts” ying qi ideal for treatment of…

Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang ( DHJST ), a Chinese herbal medicine documented in Important Formulas Worth a Thousand Gold Pieces, originated during the Tang Dynasty. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory, this formula treats kidney and liver deficiency causing chronic pain in the low back and knees.

It is well-known in Chinese medical theory that nourishing yin and treating patterns of yin deficiency are notoriously challenging, particularly with acupuncture alone. Let’s discuss how practitioners can use acupuncture in unique ways to help support patients with yin deficiency patterns beyond the standard kidney meridian points.

In prior issues, Neil discussed the kidney official as a whole and specific points on the kidney meridian (points 1, 2, 3, 7, and 8; and points 24, 25, 26, and 27). This article focuses on the clinical applications of KI 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17.

Microneedling is a cosmetic treatment growing in popularity among acupuncturists. It involves using a pen-like tool to puncture the skin with tiny needles to stimulate collagen production and rejuvenate the skin. It’s a safe and effective procedure that can be performed using a variety of microneedling devices.