Acupuncture
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 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…
Read More Acupuncture for Immune System: The Key to Preventing Colds And Flu This Fall Season
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
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…
Read More Acupuncture For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Relief: A Closer Look
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
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…
Read More Can Acupuncture Alleviate Debilitating Sciatica Pain?
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
Have you ever experienced excruciating pain shooting down your leg, making it impossible to walk or even stand? If so, you may be suffering from sciatica – a condition caused by a compressed nerve in your lower back. Its causes are often as complex as the spine it stems from, with culprits like herniated disks,…
Read More Acupuncture as a Relief for Tendonitis
By Lishanna Emmert, DAOM, L.Ac |
Tendonitis can affect anyone, but it is most commonly seen in athletes and individuals whose work involves repetitive motions. This condition afflicts many individuals, leading them to explore both conventional and unconventional treatment options. Among these alternatives, acupuncture has garnered significant attention for its proven effectiveness. Acupuncture, as an alternative pain relief method, offers promise…
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