Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is based on the premise that the universe is a combination of opposites: yin (cleansing, cold) and yang (building, hot), a lot of which is controlled through thought, environment, sex, exercise, diet, etc.
The two types of ear infections (otitis/ear inflammation) … Continue reading
One of the worst bodily pains a person can experience is pain in the neck. Though not severe enough to justify taking painkillers, mild neck pain still cause discomfort that lingers the whole day. Severe neck pan not only lasts a day or more, it … Continue reading
Research shows that acupuncture reduces pain following C-section surgery (and other surgeries) and the use of painkillers in a significant way.
Researchers in Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Medical University did a study that was published in the 2009 edition of the Chinese Medical Journal. In the study, … Continue reading
One of the most important modalities that evolved in the health care system of China more than 2,500 years ago is acupuncture. Acupuncture is the practice that uses filiform needles applied into the skin to stimulate certain anatomic points in the body (known as acupuncture … Continue reading
In the last decade, a trend has been growing in which more and more women suffering from painful ovarian cysts pain have been turning to acupuncture and other alternative treatments for relief. Acupuncture happens to be a practicable option in most instances due to the … Continue reading
Based on a clinical study done by University of Gothenburg researchers in Sweden, women suffering from PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) can greatly benefit from physical exercise and acupuncture.
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition caused by a disorder in the endocrine glands causing it to … Continue reading
We have to face the fact that a lot of ear disorders such as tinnitus, gradual hearing loss, Meniere’s disease, deafness, etc. can be difficult to cure or even treat. For people suffering from these conditions, this can be very frustrating. However, they can find … Continue reading
When sleep eludes you and its effects are starting to affect your health, you’d likely go down all kinds of roads to find a solution. In tackling insomnia, one of the most unique and best ways you can try is a very old natural and … Continue reading
Are you considering acupuncture treatment in Miami for your fertility problems? But your problem is that you don’t know anyone who has tried it for the kind of problem you have or your doctor does not have any referrals to give you. What then … Continue reading
Cultures and nationalities the world over have different ways of treating illnesses and diseases. In China, Korea and other places in the Orient acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) are widely used in helping manage the symptoms of menopause.
Menopause is viewed in Traditional Chinese … Continue reading