Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body to treat health conditions.

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Acupuncture is on a Mission to Mars

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Who knew that NASA was looking for an acupuncturist to join their mission to the Red Planet? Bill Redy, LAc certainly did! According to his latest article in Acupuncture Today, government agencies have been researching acupuncture as a replacement for heavy doses of medication during space travel. It’s time to boldly go where no acupuncturist has gone before. Today, acupuncture is one of the most accepted complementary and alternative medicines, but we still must prove ourselves …

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3 Myths About Acupuncture You Need to Know Today

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Acupuncture, used for centuries, is one of the most popular forms of alternative and complementary medicines. However, despite its long history, acupuncture is often met with skepticism in the Western world. Many myths surround the ancient practice and have circulated for years. It can be challenging to separate fact from fiction. This article will dispel three of the most common myths about acupuncture. 1. Acupuncture is painful. While acupuncture does involve the insertion of needles, …

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Treatment of Muscle Spasms with Acupuncture + Herbal Medicine

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Treatment of Muscle Spasms with Acupuncture + Herbal Medicine As I walked my dog on a spring morning in March, I felt the elusive wind in my hair and on my skin. The wind is an interesting phenomenon. It’s a natural movement of air that can occur on various scales, from a gentle breeze to a destructive force. The wind is not visible to the human eye, but you can see its effects, and it …

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Does Acupuncture Hurt?

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Does Acupuncture Hurt? Over the 12+ years of practicing, one of the top questions I get asked is, does acupuncture hurt. Growing up, mom would say, ” I would be rich if I had a penny every time you asked me that.” Well, I should be rich. It is a great question, especially if you are thinking about trying acupuncture for the first time. Therefore, I am happy to answer it. Usually, I describe acupuncture …

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Heal Your Body. Acupuncture + Sports Medicine

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Heal Your Body. Acupuncture + Sports Medicine Run, jump, throw, punch, kick, hit, ride, slide, pull, lift, stroke, block, catch, and push! A weekend warrior or a professional athlete, you push your body to perform at its best. As you move beyond your limits, you are bound to experience tension, aches, pains, over-exertion, repetitive injuries, sprains, pulls, physical trauma, and emotional stress. It comes with the territory, and if you don’t listen to your body, …

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