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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…

Embryo transfer, a significant step in the in-vitro fertilization (IVF) process, can often be a period of both excitement and anxiety. The journey towards expanding one’s family can be quite challenging, but what if there were a way to potentially increase the odds of success and make the transition smoother? This is where acupuncture comes…

Acupuncture is one of the key treatment modalities in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). With over 2000 years of history, TCM offers a comprehensive medical lineage, incorporating the use of herbal remedies, nutrition and dietetics, movement, meditation, and acupuncture. Thanks to its efficacy and safety, TCM has grown in popularity globally over the last few centuries.…

In order to answer this question, we first need to define both stress and teratogen. Stress  Let’s begin with stress: What is it?  Stress in relation to health was first defined by a famous physiologist named Hans Selye as “the nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it” (Tan, 2018).  This sounds…

I’m excited to speak with Dr. Lishanna Emmert! She had been on the show previously, in episode 65, when she spoke about acupuncture.  The truth is, I’m interested in all modalities of healing.  I think the combination of holistic medicine and Western medicine can offer such a broad array of options for one’s healing. There…

The cost of acupuncture varies widely throughout California and the United States. When discussing acupuncture, a common question is: “How much does the treatment cost?“. The cost of acupuncture services varies depending on the payment options you choose. So, let’s discuss your options together but first… What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese…