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If your 55+ patients feel “too young to feel this old,” Kidney pathway acupuncture can explain why. In this post, Dr. Kimberly Thompson shows how to use AcuGraph to connect symptoms like fatigue, pain, brain fog, and hormonal shifts to clear, relatable Kidney patterns your patients instantly understand. Read more
Every week, practitioners around the world meet patients who sit across from them in quiet frustration, clutching a folder filled with lab results that say everything is “normal.” They’ve been told they have Irritable Bowel Syndrome—and sent on their way with little more than dietary restrictions and stress management advice. But here’s the truth: IBS isn’t a diagnosis. It’s a symptom. Read more
Bear with me while I get a little giggly-excited about Large Intestine 10. I can’t help it—it’s one of those points that never stops amazing me. When you really understand the story of the pathway, you realize how one single point can affect pain, immunity, digestion, fascia, and emotion all at once. Read more
The graph doesn’t lie. But if you’re not telling the whole story, your patients aren’t learning anything. And when patients don’t understand, they don’t come back. Read more
Let’s talk about one of the most underutilized superpowers in your clinic: Patient education. And I don’t mean giving a lecture about qi and spleen dampness. I mean truly teaching your patients to understand their bodies—using the acupuncture pathways and the powerful visuals provided by AcuGraph. Read more
Ah, spring and summer—the seasons of blooming flowers, sunshine, and… relentless sneezing? If you’re one of the millions who suffer from seasonal allergies, you know all too well that nature’s beauty can also bring congestion, itchy eyes, and fatigue. But relief doesn’t have to come in the form of pharmaceuticals alone. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and energy-based therapies, we view allergies as a sign of imbalance in the body’s energetic and immune systems. Fortunately, tools like acupuncture, acupressure, and Gunalight therapy offer powerful and drug-free ways to ease symptoms and restore balance. Read more
Struggling to explain AcuGraph results to patients? This guide provides a simple, effective script to help practitioners confidently discuss graph readings, address common patient concerns, and build trust. Plus, download a free printable version to use in your clinic! Read more
Why Do AcuGraph Readings Seem Inconsistent? AcuGraph provides real-time insights into the body's energetic state, but energy is always shifting. Patients may feel better even if their graph still shows imbalances—or vice versa. This happens because acupuncture influences Qi flow first, energy fluctuates based on external factors, and the body heals in its own priority order. Understanding these patterns helps practitioners guide patients through the healing process with confidence. Learn how to explain inconsistencies, track progress over time, and use AcuGraph as a powerful diagnostic tool. Read more
When I first started practicing, I couldn’t imagine needing a computerized tool. I thought traditional methods were enough. But times have changed, and so have patients. Read more
If there’s one thing every acupuncturist has experienced, it’s the patient who walks into your clinic with a major problem and an impossible timeline. They’re leaving for vacation in a week, they’ve got excruciating sciatic pain radiating down their leg, and they’re hoping you’ll fix it in one or two treatments. Sound familiar? Read more
Let’s talk about lower back pain. If you’ve been practicing acupuncture for any amount of time, you know it’s one of the most common complaints patients bring to your clinic. They walk in, fill out their paperwork, and pour their energy into describing their lower back problem. But here’s the kicker: patients don’t always give you all the information you need. Sometimes, it’s because they don’t think certain details are relevant. Other times, they’ve lived with their original nagging aches and pains for so long that they forget they exist. Read more
Ah, Blue Monday. The third Monday of January, crowned by pop culture as the "most depressing day of the year." Cue the dramatic sighs and extra coffee breaks. But is Blue Monday really the emotional black hole it's made out to be, or is it just a marketing gimmick wrapped in a blanket of seasonal gloom? Let's dive in and explore how mental health takes a hit this time of year—and how tools like Gunalight and CES Ultra can throw us a lifeline. Read more
Dry needling: Just the term sparks heated controversy in the acupuncture world. Physical therapists and other healthcare providers are claiming it as part of their scope, leaving acupuncturists feeling frustrated and even offended. Worse yet, when dry needling fails to provide long-term results, people walk away thinking acupuncture doesn’t work either. It's a problem. But what if we flipped the script? Read more
Picture this: A patient walks into your clinic. They’re frustrated, overwhelmed, and running out of hope. They’ve tried everything. Pain relievers, muscle relaxants, physical therapy, chiropractic care—even surgery. None of it worked. Someone, somewhere, mentioned acupuncture as a last resort. And now, here they are, sitting in front of you, looking for answers. What do you do? Read more
In this patient communication series, I’m pulling back the curtain on my clinic. I’m going to share some of the most powerful and transformative conversations I’ve had with my patients—conversations you’ve probably had too. But here’s the difference: I’ll teach you how to dig deeper, uncovering the inner wisdom of AcuGraph to take those conversations to the next level. Read more