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Death and Dying: An Acupuncturist’s Perspective

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2015. The Stimplus Pro referenced here has been succeeded by the Pointoselect Digital, and Auriculo 3D is now Auriculo 360. The clinical techniques described remain fully applicable. Have you experienced the death of a patient? It hurts. You’ve shared part of my journey with a special patient in previous blogs. We cried together when she was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in January of 2011. They gave her... Read more

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Don’t Make New Year’s Resolutions!

I don’t like New Year’s resolutions. Oh, I’ve tried them before, and frankly found it a waste of time. The trouble is this: once I’ve resolved to do something, or not do something, and then failed even once, the resolution is broken and soon forgotten. It’s a high-stakes gamble that I seem to lose! One break is all it takes for the whole resolution to go out the window. I much prefer to focus on priorities for... Read more

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Referral Marketing for Acupuncturists

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2014. The referral marketing strategies discussed are timeless and remain highly effective for growing an acupuncture practice today. Finders Keepers: The Secret to Relationship-Based Marketing By Kimberly Thompson, LAc Becoming a successful practitioner has less to do with what you learned in school, and more to do with your ability to find new patients and keep them! Two skills every practitioner needs to master along the way... Read more

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Depression – One Visit Changed EVERYTHING!

A patient came in last week, desperately hoping acupuncture would work. Nothing else was helping… Her family circumstances were overwhelming to the point her emotions were out of control. She couldn’t stop crying. She wished she could run away from everything and everyone. And she even said she wished her life could just end, although she knew that wasn’t an option.   Patient Education I’m so glad she had the wisdom to call me. I’d... Read more

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Shoulder Pain Therapy

Editor’s Note: This post originally referenced the Stimplus Pro, a handheld auriculotherapy device that has since been discontinued. The Pointoselect Digital is the current replacement for point location and auriculotherapy treatment. Shoulder Pain is SO limiting! It makes everything ACHE, your neck, arm, chest and down your back. Even little tasks like putting away the groceries become a chore. The shoulder is a complex ball and socket joint that is made up of three bones:... Read more

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Why Do You Do It?

Why do you do what you do? What drives you to get out of bed every day and go to work? There are probably as many answers to this question as there are practitioners in this field. I’ve talked to many, many acupuncture practitioners over the years and seen nearly every practice situation imaginable. Every practitioner is unique, and the common theme among them all is a great desire to help people.  Sure, you can... Read more

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The Buzz on Evidence-based Medicine

Editor’s Note: This post was written for a previous version of AcuGraph. The current version is AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable. “Evidence-based medicine.” Why is this such a common buzz phrase for modern acupuncturists? Have you been in social media acupuncture groups or to acupuncture symposiums lately? Acupuncturists want it and patients demand it. I don’t remember hearing much about it when I began my acupuncture journey 10 years ago. They didn’t... Read more

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How to Turn your Patients into Wellness Patients

Do you play favorites? As a mother of nine—I’ve learned to be very careful about “playing favorites.” All my kids are different and I love them all. You won’t catch me playing favorites when it comes to my kids! That would cause BIG problems. But, can I tell you a secret? In my clinic, I have FAVORITE patients. Come on… Don’t judge. You’ve been there too! It’s hard not too right? Some patients just have... Read more

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Case Study: Breast – Lung Cancer

Take a look at this case of breast and lung cancer treatment! Dr. Chris Teo, like so many of you, selflessly serves humanity by helping those who are perhaps beyond hope.    “When you are told that you have no hope, to be prepared for your imminent death, we believe that there is still hope. We join you in this last battle of your life. We shall carry out our task in good faith and... Read more

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Treatment for Depression

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2014. The Auriculo 3D software referenced here is now Auriculo 360. The clinical techniques described remain fully applicable. We had a Laser Case Study Contest that generated some amazing stories of how Laser therapy helped their patients. There were lots of great entries, here are the top three! Third Place – Topic: Healing: “The Scar that Wouldn’t Heal” by Martha Hall, L.Ac. Second Place – Topic: Pain &... Read more

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Laser Case Study Winner – 2nd Place

Today I’m pleased to announce the 2nd Place Winner of our Laser Case Study Contest. We’ll post the 1st Place Winner next week. Last week we sent out the 3rd Place case study. Click here if you missed Martha Hall’s excellent 3rd Place entry. Today, I’m pleased to present the Second Place winner! It’s given in two parts, below. Enjoy.     “She Walked without her Walking Sticks” – by Debra M. Ashcraft, MD Part One... Read more

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Laser Case Study Winner – 3rd Place

We had wonderful responses to our laser case study contest, and I’m pleased to announce the winners. There were lots of great entries, and deciding on the winners wasn’t easy. But Kimberly made me buy her lunch, we talked it over, (OK, even argued a bit) and came up with three truly outstanding cases. Here they are: Third Place: The Scar that Wouldn’t Heal by Martha Hall, L.Ac. Second Place: She Walked without her Walking... Read more

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The Sooner You Know Pediatrics The Better!

Meet Olivia. She’s 5 and LOVES acupuncture! Are you treating kids in your clinic? I don’t run a full-on pediatric clinic, but I do treat kids fairly often. If you are treating mom’s in your clinic, I suggest you prepare yourself to treat kids too. Kid’s will eventually show up. Are you ready for them? If not, I’ve got a great solution for you.   Back by popular demand: My friend Robin Green, L.Ac–Acupuncture Pediatric... Read more

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Pediatric Acupuncture: This is What You Need to Know!

Editor’s Note: This post was written for a previous version of AcuGraph. The current version is AcuGraph CS. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable. Hey look… Robin Green is doing it AGAIN! As you may remember, last year I had the opportunity to take Robin Green’s Pediatric Essentials class. I learned so much! Apparently, I’m not the only one. The class was so popular that practitioners have begged her to do it again! This class... Read more

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“Lunch and Learn” with Kimberly

Editor’s Note: This post references the Stimplus Pro, now replaced by the Pointoselect Digital. The clinical concepts discussed remain applicable to current practice. Welcome to “Lunch and Learn!” Lunch and Learns are a great way to conveniently learn a little something new during your lunch break. Typically they last about 45-60 minutes and are presented via webinar, live discussion, recording or video. Today’s lunch and learn will be presented via a prerecorded video I did... Read more