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GUA SHA: A TRADITIONAL HEALING TECHNIQUE
The past few years has seen a steady rise in popularity of TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine). You’ve probably know Chinese reflexology and acupuncture, but one healing practice you may never have heard of is called “gua sha.” Sometimes called “coining” or “spooning” by Westerners, the process involves scraping the surface of the skin in order…
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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLE SIZE
The fundamental question: how to do acupuncture? needs a complicated answer, but in a pragmatic way one should always start with: using a needle. This is a straightforward statement which leads nowhere but rather opens a can of interrogations. Being the “king” of instruments in Chinese acupuncture, it is the object of many discussions. Each…
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HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR BACK PAIN MANAGEMENT
Acupuncture has been widely recognized for its role in pain management and is often utilized as a complementary therapy alongside conventional treatments. Here are key points regarding the role of acupuncture in pain management: 1. Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective: Acupuncture is based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which views pain as an…
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Electrical Stimulation Therapy CPT
Electric Stimulation Therapy (EST) is a type of physical therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to stimulate the muscles and relieve pain. The electrical stimulation is delivered through electrodes placed on the skin near the affected area and is designed to activate the underlying muscles, reducing muscle spasms, improving circulation, and promoting healing. EST is…
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Electrical Stimulation Physical Therapy CPT Code
Electric stimulation therapy, also known as electrotherapy, is a form of treatment that uses electrical energy to stimulate the muscles and nerves in the body. This therapy is used to alleviate pain, improve muscle strength, and increase blood flow to the affected area. There are several different types of electric stimulation therapy, each of which…
