Acupuncture During Pregnancy Pregnancy… it was the best of times, it was the worst of times. As a first-time mom who had been trying to get pregnant for a couple of years, I was thrilled to be pregnant. Then, the nausea kicked in and didn’t let up until I was around 21 weeks. That’s almost […]
After Acupuncture It’s common for new acupuncture patients to be told what to do before their acupuncture visit: Complete new patient forms, have a light snack, wear loose-fitting clothing, and come prepared to review their medical history. However, many potential patients might not know what to expect after acupuncture. How many visits are required? Should I plan […]
What is Acupuncture? With over 10 million acupuncture treatments given in the United States each year1, many people are wondering what this treatment is all about. What is acupuncture? Acupuncture is one part of the umbrella term “Traditional East Asian Medicine.” Other modalities include herbal medicine, bodywork (tui na or shiatsu, for example), moxibustion (burning […]
Recovery through Acupuncture If you are one of the eight out of ten people who will experience back pain at some time in their lives, you probably want to know what the best treatments are. Standard care for back pain starts with over-the-counter and prescription pain relievers. If those don’t work, your primary care provider […]
The Effects of Acupuncture Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to help a variety of health issues. Nowadays, many people use acupuncture to reduce pain and inflammation, improve digestion, balance their hormones, and to help them relax. But what can you expect when you get acupuncture for the first time? Before your acupuncture […]
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common causes of infertility in people who want to become pregnant. It is a complex syndrome involving hormone imbalance, metabolic disruption, and inflammation. Fun fact: only about 80% of people diagnosed with PCOS actually have polycystic ovaries and 25% of people who don’t have PCOS do have polycystic ovaries. The […]
You’re wondering what can help you get pregnant. You’re doing all the right things. You exercise several times a week – not too much or too strenuously, but not too little. You’ve cleaned up your diet and given up sugar. You took all the plastic out of your kitchen and replaced all your cleaning products […]
What is reciprocal IVF? Reciprocal IVF is a variation on the standard IVF protocol that allows one partner to provide the eggs, and the other partner to carry and give birth to the baby. It’s a beautiful way for both partners to participate in the creation of their family. It is also sometimes called partner-assisted […]
Struggling with Stomach Bloating and Gas? It’s the weekend and you are so ready to start off on a good foot. You booked your yoga class at your neighborhood studio. You had a smoothie for breakfast. You didn’t have any coffee today. Then, as you are putting on your favorite form-fitting yoga pants, you look […]
Considering adding acupuncture to your treatment plan? Great! For best results, it’s helpful to know what treatment course would work for you. Acupuncture once a week might be enough for you, but it’s not always. To give acupuncture the best chance to work, you’ll want to be sure the dose is correct. Acupuncture Once a […]
