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THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR MENOPAUSE-RELATED VAGINAL DRYNESS
Wondering about a drug-free treatment for menopause symptoms? There’s a small study that finds the benefits of acupuncture include the easing of disruptive menopause symptoms like hot flashes and moodiness. Menopause is that much-maligned end of a woman’s childbearing years that takes place somewhere between 45 and 55, and brings along with it some pretty…
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HOW TO USE ACUPUNCTURE FOR CHRONIC MIGRAINES
Acupuncture is an ancient migraine and tension headache treatment used in Chinese medicine. Chinese medicine holds that life energy Qi (pronounced “chee”) flows through the body along pathways or channels called meridians. When the flow of Qi becomes unbalanced and disrupted it causes health problems. The main goal of acupuncture is to rebalance and unblock…
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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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TECHNIQUES FOR EFFECTIVE NEEDLE INSERTION AND REMOVAL
Acupuncture needles are stainless steel, usually disposable, and tipped with steel or copper. They vary in length and are so fine that you should not feel discomfort when they are inserted. Needles can be inserted from a few millimeters to up to twelve centimeter or four inches. As acupuncture points are usually close to the…
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HOW TO INTERPRET AN ACUGRAPH REPORT
Interpreting an AcuGraph report requires an understanding of the data presented and the principles of acupuncture. Here is a step-by-step guide to interpreting an AcuGraph report: 1. Review the Graph: AcuGraph generates a graphical representation of the patient’s meridian system. Look at the graph to identify any imbalances, irregularities, or significant deviations from the norm.…
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THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT
What is pain? A lot of people are more afraid of pain than of death. This is because you can definitely feel the latter. Pain is not really a product of your imagination. It’s a sensation that is being triggered by your nervous system. Pain can range from dull to very sharp, from mild to…
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UNDERSTANDING AURICULOTHERAPY: AN OVERVIEW
Although allopathy has gained fame globally because of its numerous benefits and practices, there are also other old types of therapies which are practiced in corners of the world to keep the human body healthy. Similar to the types of ancient Chinese medicine like acupressure and acupuncture, auriculotherapy has also gained widespread fame in the…
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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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THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR MIGRAINE PREVENTION
A headache is one common problem suffered by millions of people across the globe. A research has proved that about more than 45 million people in the United States suffer from chronic headaches and unfortunately, 28 million people suffer from severe migraines. To worsen the scenario, about 4 per cent of adults suffer from headache…
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THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR THE SKIN
Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine practice, has been used for centuries to treat various health conditions and promote overall well-being. While its primary focus is on improving the body’s energy flow, or Qi, acupuncture has shown promising benefits for the skin as well. This note explores the benefits of acupuncture for the skin and how…
