A few weeks ago, I was visiting my daughter in Washington, DC. One of our goals for the trip was to do a little shopping–specifically to find a new spring purse!

Unless you are a woman, you just don’t know how many details you need to think about when trying to find the PERFECT everyday purse.

For example–here is an important consideration…My sister once told me the bigger your purse is, the smaller your butt looks…The take home message here is, when it comes to purses, size OBVIOUSLY matters.

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Now you know what that wrist strap is for…You’re not getting it away from me!

Ladies and Gentlemen,

After nearly two years of anxious anticipation, I’m pleased to announce the Stimplus Pro is back!

No, that wasn’t quite loud enough. Let me try again:

The Stimplus Pro is Back!

Ok, that’s better.

This is the legendary point locator and stimulator that sets the standard for all others. Compact, powerful and convenient, this is the best tool I’ve ever found for both body and auricular points.

As you may know, there were practically riots when the manufacturer stopped making these gems a while back. I know we certainly got lots of phone calls here from people practically begging me to get them one. But there were none to be had. So we went to work with the manufacturer to arrange to bring it back. It took a fair bit longer than anyone expected, but they’re finally here!

I’ve only been able to get my hands on a limited supply of these to start with, but I’ve got more shipments on the way–so first come, first served. 

When Kimberly hinted at this release a few days ago, I think this comment about summed it up best:

That’s great news! I have one and use it on a daily basis…I pretty much guard it like gold because I knew I couldn’t get another one. I may actually let someone else touch it now, lol! Can’t wait to get another one! 

I never use the wrist strap–it’s not technically necessary–but now it finally makes sense! That’s a security device so nobody can get your Stimplus Pro away from you!

Ready for yours?

How long does it take to stop a panic attack?

I had occasion to find out when my wife awakened me a few nights ago in a full-blown panic attack. Her heart was pounding and rapid, her breath was short, and she was experiencing large muscle twitches all over her body. She had all the emotional anxiety that typically accompanies a panic attack as well. It was as if she had lost control of her body completely, and it was frankly terrifying for her.

What would you do?

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Are you utilizing auricular therapy in your practice all of the time? If not, you are missing out on some amazing success stories! I get phone calls and e-mails from practitioners, almost on a daily basis, with questions and success stories regarding auricular therapy treatment. The results that our users are getting from auricular treatment are absolutely amazing!

I have used auricular therapy regularly in my practice over the years, but lately I have begun using it with almost every patient. I get so many phone calls from practitioners who are getting great results, that I decided to utilize it with every treatment and see what would happen. My experiences have been OUTSTANDING!

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Hello Everyone,

I received the following case report from one of our clients and I just had to share it.

Enjoy!

Hello Dr. Larsen,

I have been using the auriculotherapy for about three months and have been VERY PLEASED with this addition to my practice. Every patient is now receiving ear acupuncture with each treatment. I am using the Stimplus Pro to find the active points, regardless of the intended treatment. I then treat all active points—anywhere from two to ten. The results have been nothing short of outstanding!

Here is what I have found:

#1: My success rate has increased to the point that I feel confident in treating just about anything…

#2: I am seeing patients for fewer consecutive treatments and am getting better results consistently.

#3:  My referral rate has increased!

One particular story that I would like to share:

Recently I had a patient with stubborn neck and shoulder pain. He had previously tried chiropractic, massage, and acupuncture—each of which had brought him very little relief. His wife was a patient of mine. He was impressed that her sleep issues were rectified within only five treatments, so he decided to come and see me. After his first treatment, he was pain free for three days. I continued to treat every 3-4 days, totaling 5 treatments in all. His problems resolved and he is now scheduled for maintenance.

On his initial visit his pie score was only a 37. The Small Intestine meridian was split and read at 200 on the left side, which was no surprise since this is exactly where he was experiencing pain.

Treatment 1:

Chief Complaint: Left sided posterior shoulder/scapula and neck pain 8/10 following SI meridian. Does not sleep due to pain. Sits at desk most days, high stress job.

Tongue: Pale, swollen, orange sides, no stasis, no coat
Pulse: Left, Wiry  Right, Slippery
TX:

• Ear-L: Shen Men, SI, Cervical-E, Lumbar-E, Thoracic-E (Nogier phase 2)
• Body: LI11, LI4, SI3, SI7-R, LV3, ST36; Fire Cupping painful area

Treatment 2:

Since last TX: Three days no pain 0/10, slept great, pain returning today 4/10
Tongue & Pulse: Unchanged
TX:

• Ear-L: Shen Men, PT Zero, SI, Cervical, Lumbar, Thoracic (Nogier phase 2)
• Body: LI11, LI4, SI3, SI7-R, LV3, ST36; Fire Cupping

Treatment 3:

Since last TX: Some pain 5/10 day after last treatment, then three days no pain 0/10, still sleeping well.
TX:

• Ear-L: Shen Men, SI, Cervical-E, Lumbar-E, Neck, Shoulder (Nogier phase 2)
• Body: LI11, LI4, SI3, SI7-R, LV3, ST36; Fire Cupping

Treatment 4:

Since last TX: Neck pain for one day of last three 2/10, Cervical spinal soreness due to overstretching, sleeping well.
TX:

• Ear-L: Shen Men, PT Zero, Cervical-E + C, Lumbar-E (Nogier phase 2)
• Body: LI11, LI4, SI3, SI7-R, LV3, ST36; Fire Cupping

Treatment 5:

Since last TX: Pain gone since last treatment. Move patient to maintenance.
TX:

• Ear-L: Shen Men, PT Zero, Cervical-E (Nogier phase 2)
• Body: LI11, LI4, LU5, LV3, ST36, SP4-L; Fire Cupping

After his last treatment his pie score improved from a 37 to an 85 and his Small Intestine channel went from an extreme split to a slight deficiency. These AMAZING RESULTS came after only 5 treatments!

I feel as if Auriculotherapy was “The Missing Link” in my practice. By adding in auricular treatments for every patient, I have obtained better results than I could have ever imagined. Thank you, Dr. Larsen, for everything you have done for this wonderful medicine!

Sincerely,

James Pedersen

MSOM, L.Ac.

Valley Acupuncture Health Solutions