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What to Expect at Your First Acupuncture Appointment

What to Expect at Your First Acupuncture Appointment

Just like every patient is unique with specific needs and expectations, every practitioner is also unique with specific needs and expectations. If acupuncture is a new experience for you, you might be wondering what to expect. While not every practice is the same, there are a few general principles that will guide your first appointment.  continue reading »

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Three Tips to Staying Active at Any Age

Three Tips to Staying Active at Any Age

Staying active as a teenager and young adult is rarely an issue, but as we age, it can be a challenge to keep moving, especially if you suffer from a health condition or injury. However, it’s important to keep yourself moving as it can lead to a host of physical and mental health benefits. Follow these three tips to stay active no matter what your age or fitness level. continue reading »

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Four Reasons Self-Care Should be a Priority in Your Life

Four Reasons Self-Care Should be a Priority in Your Life

Self-care has become a recent buzzword era but the benefits to practicing regular self-care are undeniable. Self-care is taking steps to address your physical and emotional health needs to the best of your ability and is an important aspect of daily living.

The best part about self-care is that it includes a variety of activities that can range from exercise, yoga, hiking in nature, or bike riding, to quieter outlets like reading, meditation, prayer, or a warm bath. It really is up to you to determine what is the best for you. continue reading »

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Can Acupuncture Help with Depression?

Can Acupuncture Help with Depression?

As mental health issues have come to the forefront in recent years, many have sought more natural treatment options that don’t involve pharmaceuticals and their potentially harmful effects. Acupuncture has become a popular option for treating mental health issues, including depression. But does it work? Before we answer that question, let’s give a proper definition to both acupuncture and depression. continue reading »

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What is Moxibustion?

What is Moxibustion?

You might have heard your acupuncturist mention Moxibustion as a treatment option. Moxibustion (or “Moxa”) is a form of warming herbal exterior therapy that involves burning the dried moxa plant and leaving it on or very near the skin’s surface, or using it in a salve or liquid form along with a source of heat like a TDP lamp.  Moxa promotes the flow of qi or energy, warms the yang energy, and eliminates certain pathogens in the body. continue reading »

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