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Endometriosis and Acupuncture

According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, endometriosis affects approximately 5 to 7 million American women. Most of the women affected are between the ages of 30 and 40. Some women are debilitated by this condition, while others may have mild or no symptoms. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), including acupuncture and herbs, has been used successfully in treating a wide range of female health disorders including endometriosis.

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Common Cold and Chinese Medicine

As the weather changes from summer to winter and the temperatures become cooler, we may begin to notice a change in our own health. Runny nose, cough, sore throat, watery eyes, headache, and sneezing are all common signs often associated with a cold.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is becoming a more common condition in today’s society. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is due to compression or damage of the median nerve, located in the wrist. It is estimated that 1.2 million people consult a physician each year for this condition. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects mainly women between the ages of 30 and 60.

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Correcting Breech Presentation with Moxabustion

It is estimated that 3-4 % of babies are in breech position when the mother goes into labor. If a woman enters labor with the baby in breech position, she is almost always delivered by cesarean section. Breech presentation means that the baby is in a position where the head is the last to emerge, and the buttocks or feet are the first to emerge during delivery.

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Bed-wetting and Chinese Medicine

Enuresis (“en-yer-ee-sis”) is the medical term for bed-wetting. This term applies to children who wet the bed at night when they are sleeping. By the age of 5, most children stop urinating in their sleep, however it is estimated that 1 in every 5 children that are 5 years old, wet their beds. This condition affects more boys than girls.

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An Intro to Auriculotherapy

Auriculotherapy is a therapy used to treat a wide range of health concerns through treatments on the ear. The term auriculotherapy refers to therapy on the auricle, or the outer portion of the ear. Theories indicate that specific points on the external part of the ear correspond to various organs and regions of the body. By stimulating certain points, numerous health conditions can be alleviated.

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Acupuncture Facelift

By now, most of us have probably heard of the many benefits of acupuncture, but an acupuncture facelift? Actually, this is becoming a more popular treatment for those who want to maintain younger, healthier-looking skin. Many people are utilizing acupuncture to reduce the evidence of aging without surgical procedures.

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Acupuncture Gaining Popularity & Acceptance

After many years of skepticism and reluctance by the western medical system, acupuncture is becoming a more accepted form of medical treatment in the United States. More and more doctors are referring their patients for acupuncture, and in the past few years hospitals offering acupuncture treatments have more than doubled.

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An Intro to Chinese Medicine Part III: Chinese Massage

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is becoming a more popular form of medicine in the United States. A growing number of people find themselves searching for natural approaches to medicine and preventative healthcare. Traditional Chinese Medicine is composed of three main forms of practice, including: acupuncture, herbology, and massage. This article will focus on Chinese massage.

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An Introduction to Chinese Medicine Part II: Herbology

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is becoming a more popular form of medicine in the United States. A growing number of people find themselves searching for natural approaches to medicine and preventative healthcare. Traditional Chinese Medicine is composed of three main forms of practice including: acupuncture, herbology, and oriental massage. This article will focus on herbology.

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An Introduction to Chinese Medicine Part 1: Acupuncture

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is becoming a more popular form of medicine in the United States. A growing number of people find themselves searching for natural approaches to medicine and preventative healthcare. Traditional Chinese Medicine is composed of three main forms of practice including: acupuncture, herbology, and oriental massage. This article will focus on acupuncture.

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