Insomnia and Traditional Chinese Medicine

By Christina Morris, L.Ac. Insomnia is a sleeping disorder that affects 1 in 10 Americans and around 50% of seniors. It is often more prevalent in women. Since September 11, 2001 these estimations have increased. Insomnia covers a range of sleep patterns including;...

Acupuncture and Infertility

By Christina Morris, L.Ac. Infertility can be very devastating to those who have it and to their partners. It affects 10% to 15% of all couples in the United States. Seventy percent of these cases are due to female infertility. Infertility is defined as the inability...

The Immune System โ€œWei Qiโ€

By Christina Morris, L.Ac. When the immune system is functioning properly the body should not experience illness. The immune system viewed through traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) consists of two parts, one being the external system and the second being the internal...

Hyperthyroidism and Traditional Chinese Medicine

By Christina Morris, L.Ac. The thyroid is a small gland located in the neck, surrounding the trachea. This gland is important in the maintenance of overall health. It secretes thyroid hormone that affects metabolism, growth and maturation, digestion and nutrient...

Acupuncture for Hypertension

By Christina Morris, L.Ac. More then 60 million people have hypertension in the United States. The U.S. Public Health Service reported that hypertension affects more than half of Americans over the age of 65. Forty to sixty percent of those with hypertension have a...

Acupuncture for Hypertension

By Christina Morris, L.Ac. More then 60 million people have hypertension in the United States. The U.S. Public Health Service reported that hypertension affects more than half of Americans over the age of 65. Forty to sixty percent of those with hypertension have a...