Is Acupuncture a Solution to Opioid Addiction?
The national opioid epidemic has devastated this country in recent years. In 2016, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that 2.1 million were affected by opioid disorders.…
Gua Sha; The Pain Relief Therapy You Didn’t Know You Needed
Last week, I discussed the healing properties of acupuncture in relation to neck pain. This week, I continue the conversation and introduce an ancient healing technique known as Gua Sha. What…
Treating Neck Pain with Acupuncture
Neck pain is, well - a pain in the neck. It's also a common problem. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, 30% of our population experiences neck pain…
Anxiety Treatment and CBT: Getting Rid of the A.N.T.s
A.N.T. is an acronym for the phrase "automatic negative thoughts" - a term referring to the negative thought patterns commonly associated with anxiety. We're not referring to the little guys…
Treat Headaches with Acupuncture
We've all experienced a headache at some point in life. They can range from mildly annoying to severely debilitating depending on the level of longevity and pain. Tension headaches are…