The Primary Channel Balance – Part 4
In this final post from Dr. Jake Fratkin, see Treatment Examples and case studies using the Primary Channel Balance. Read more
The Primary Channel Balance – Part 3
The Taiji Balancing Method based on Richard Tan and Yoshio Manaka's work is an extremely effective way to balance the acupuncture meridians by pairing an extreme excess with an extreme deficiency using ion pumping cords. Read more
The Primary Channel Balance – Part 2
Relationships of acupuncture meridians (channels) have been mapped out since the Nan Jing (100 CE). The essential premise is that qi (life energy) flows through twelve channels in a continuous sequence. This energy nourishes and invigorates all tissues along each pathway, including designated organs (zang-fu), blood flow, muscle, bone, etc. Read more
The Primary Channel Balance – Part 1
Our present article addresses the third wing of this approach, namely Primary Channel balance. It can be used in isolation, as a Primary Channel balance, or added to the 8-Extra/Divergent treatment, completing the 3-Level balance. The 3-Level Balance is preferred in chronic and complicated cases. Read more
Auriculo 360: 4 New Features!
We're excited to announce 4 totally new, exciting features in Auriculo 360! These features are available in software version 1.0.17 and all future versions. Learn about the new features, and how to access them, in this blog post! Read more
AcuGraph Version 5.3.2.7 Released!
Today, April 15th, 2021, a new version of AcuGraph was released. This version contains a number of important bug fixes and enhancements that will improve your experience using AcuGraph. Read more
Auriculotherapy for Stress and Anxiety
There is growing evidence that Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) techniques, including acupuncture, may be very helpful in managing stress and anxiety. Learn more about how to use ear acupuncture for stress and anxiety in this blog post! Read more
Auriculotherapy for Back Pain
Back pain is a big problem - and conventional medicine doesn't always have the answers. The good news is, there's a safe, effective alternative called auriculotherapy--and this is how you use it for back pain. Read more
Auriculotherapy for Weight Loss
This may be the best-kept secret of natural medicine... and it's finally starting to come to light. When used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise, ear acupuncture, or auriculotherapy, is the “secret ingredient” that can make the difference between comfortable, successful weight loss, and uncomfortable deprivation and failure. Read more
10 Powerful Acupuncture Points and Protocols to Use in Treatment
This free guide is packed with valuable information about 10 powerful acupuncture points and protocols. With point location images (including anatomic locations), attributes, TCM Actions, Indications and more, this guide is a wealth of knowledge. Read more
Pain — The Bully in the Neighborhood
Pain is like the bully in the neighborhood. You have to know the right way to get rid of him, or he'll keep coming back to haunt you! In this blog post, learn from Dr. Kimberly, a specialist in Chinese Medicine treatments for chronic pain, about how to effectively eliminate pain and keep it from coming back. Read more
A Geriatric Mentor
I just completed a 10 year geriatric acupuncture mentorship with a man who never knew anything about acupuncture, yet he taught me so much. My heart hurts today, but my heart and soul are so grateful for the experience. Let me tell you our story… Read more
Anxiety: Mom, it feels like I’m going to die.
Anxiety is difficult, and it's on the rise. I've seen an influx of anxiety patients in my acupuncture clinic. Here's how I help them. Read more
5 Holistic Techniques to Combat Stress and Anxiety
The trick to moderating mental stress as is to make time for healthy habits, reflection, and self-care. But sometimes, even when you're addressing mental stress, it can be difficult to address the physical component. Luckily, there are ways to prevent this kind of physical stress, and there are ways to ease it when it hits! We'll share some of our favorites below. Read more
Want to Boost your Immune System? Acupuncture Can Help!
Modern science is catching up with the wisdom of ancient Chinese medicine. A study published by the National Institutes of Health compared several studies to evaluate the efficacy of acupuncture for stimulating or regulating the immune system using different methods of acupuncture. The conclusion? Traditional Chinese Medicine CAN benefit immune health. Read more