My first BLOG! Oh gosh, I’m excited and nervous by the prospects….In starting this new project, I will try my best to be consistent and to update with interesting and useful information! My intention is to create a space to share with my readers articles and cool things about my passions…Traditional Chinese Medicine, cooking/baking, gluten [...]
Archive for April, 2010
Hello world!
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A video link to Melinda Beck’s acupuncture treatment for neck and shoulder pain
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This looks like a very minimalist treatment for neck and shoulder pain, but easy to film! I would usually treat a neck & shoulder pain patient face down (unless it was their first treatment) so I could more easily access the points close to the affected area, as well as distal points on the channels [...]
Decoding an Ancient Therapy High-Tech Tools Show How Acupuncture Works in Treating Arthritis, Back Pain, Other Ills
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Check out this Wall Street Journal article by Melinda Beck. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704841304575137872667749264.html While scientists say further research is essential, some studies have provided evidence of acupuncture’s effects. Arthritis of the Knee: Acupuncture significantly reduced pain and restored function, according to a 2004 government study. Headaches: Two 2009 reviews found that acupuncture cut both tension and migraine [...]
