Acupuncture and Pelvic Pain: What the Evidence Says (and How We Use It in Practice)
Pelvic pain is common, disruptive, and often misunderstood. For some people, it’s cyclical (linked to menstruation or ovulation). For others, it’s persistent, affecting daily function, sleep, mood, exercise, relationships, and work. The most important message is this: pelvic pain deserves proper assessment. It can be driven by gynaecological, urological, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and nervous system […]
Can Acupuncture Help Endometriosis? Exploring the Evidence and Experience
Understanding Endometriosis and How Acupuncture May Offer Relief Endometriosis affects millions of people worldwide, but it’s a condition that often goes undiagnosed or misunderstood for several years. If you’ve ever wondered what endometriosis is, why it’s so challenging, and whether alternative therapies like acupuncture could truly make a difference, you’re not alone. Today, we’ll […]
What are the 7 best acupuncture points for treating acute lower back pain?
What is lower back pain? Lower back pain is a generic term for pain that occurs beneath the ribs but above the gluteal line. How common is lower back pain? An estimated 619 million people worldwide live with low Back Pain (LBP), and it is the leading cause of disability (1). LBP is a major […]
Acupuncture Vs Dry Needling
What is the difference between acupuncture and dry needling? One of the questions I get asked frequently by my students and patients is what is the difference between acupuncture and dry needling, and which is better? I teach and practice both techniques and if I had to choose between the two, I would say acupuncture […]
Acupuncture for Arthritis: Alleviating Foot Pain and Inflammation
In Asian countries, natural healing has always been the go-to approach for achieving physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Drugs and more invasive treatments are only used when natural and traditional interventions don’t seem to work. One of the most popular medical techniques is acupuncture, an alternative medicine practised for over 2,500 years. It is often […]
Why Podiatrists Should Incorporate Acupuncture Within their Treatments
Foot pain is one of the most common ailments across the globe. It can have various contributing factors and can often significantly impact one’s quality of life. Fortunately, there are several treatments available today for treating different forms of foot pain, with some of these therapies more invasive than others. One such lesser-known therapy that […]
11 Myths and Misconceptions About Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese branch of medicine that has existed for millennia. In recent years, its powerful benefits have made it a popular and viable treatment modality that is used for various health conditions. But many myths and misconceptions surround the timeless practice, preventing many people from opting for this form of alternative medicine. […]
The Benefits of Acupuncture for Pain Relief
According to research in 2016, an estimated 20.4% of people in the United States & UK suffer from chronic pain. While medications may help relieve some symptoms and make the pain a bit more manageable, your body could develop drug tolerance with regular exposure. Not to mention the fact that certain drugs have short- and […]
The Difference Between Dry Needling & Trigger Point Injections
If dry needling and trigger point injections are all new practices to you, you probably aren’t sure what the difference is between the two or which is better. The two both have similar risk factors, treat similar conditions and have similar results, so its no surprise you may have been getting mixed results when comparing […]
Acupuncture Points & Their Uses
Acupuncture has recently gained popularity in Western countries but has long been part of Chinese and Asian healing. Acupuncture treatments involve placing very thin needles on your skin to stimulate your body’s systems and, in turn, promote healing and wellness. But what conditions can acupuncture treatment effectively treat and improve? Here are just ten of […]