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Acupuncture for Autism and Adult ADD/ADHD
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
Interest in acupuncture for neurodivergent adults has grown quickly—especially among adults living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADD/ADHD who want options beyond medication, coaching, and therapy. Many people are looking for support with the real-life impact of these conditions: nervous system dysregulation, insomnia, anxiety, sensory overwhelm, chronic pain, headaches, digestive issues, burnout, and difficulty…
Read More How Does Acupuncture Help with Peripheral Neuropathy?
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition in which the peripheral nerves (those beyond the brain and spinal cord) become damaged or dysfunctional. Symptoms often include tingling, numbness, burning, sharp pain, weakness, and altered sensation—often affecting the hands and feet first. The causes are many- diabetes, chemotherapy, autoimmune disease, and vitamin deficiencies, to name a few.…
Read More Does Health Insurance Cover Acupuncture Treatments?
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, but only in recent decades has it become fully integrated into the modern healthcare system in the United States. In California, acupuncture is recognized as an effective treatment for sports injury, pain management, and overall wellness—it is also an essential health benefit. This means that all health…
Read More Acupuncture as a Therapeutic Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
If you’ve ever felt sharp, stabbing heel pain with your first steps in the morning, you know just how debilitating plantar fasciitis can be. This discomfort can make simple tasks like walking, prolonged standing, or exercising feel difficult and frustrating. You’re not alone in this condition. According to 2024 research from Stat Pearls, plantar fasciitis…
Read More The Connection Between Acupuncture and Acid Reflux
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
Are bloating, heartburn, or unpredictable digestion disrupting your life? What if lasting relief didn’t come from daily medications but from a holistic approach using tiny, expertly placed needles? Digestive issues are incredibly common in the U.S., affecting everything from daily comfort to long-term health. In fact, up to 70 million Americans grapple with gastrointestinal diseases…
Read More Can Acupuncture Help My Rheumatoid Arthritis?
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
If you’ve been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know first-hand how life-altering this auto-immune condition can be. From pain and stiffness to reduced mobility, the symptoms can be pervasive and, frankly, disheartening. Healthcare professionals usually recommend getting diagnosed and starting treatment early, especially if you notice tenderness or pain in your small joints, like…
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