Acupuncture

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.…

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…

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…

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…

As the crisp fall air rolls in, so does the rise in colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses. The drop in temperature, combined with increased time spent indoors, creates the perfect environment for viruses to spread.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, flu season typically peaks between December and February, but cases start increasing…

If you’ve been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, you’re not alone – and, there are pain management options that don’t require medication and surgery. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition that causes numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and arm. It occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the…