Image courtesy of cbenjasuwan at FreeDigitalPhotos.net A patient came to me earlier this year, needing relief from elbow pain that had been bothering him for a few months. It affected his daily activities, and even the simple act of opening a door was painful. After a full evaluation, I decided on a course of treatment…
Image courtesy of stockimages at FreeDigitalPhotos.net There is a difference between being in top physical shape and holistically healthy. Some people may be in great athletic shape, but actually neglecting their body’s other internal health needs. There have been numerous cases where professional athletes in the peak of their careers have died of heart attacks…
Do you suffer from allergies or asthma? It’s a little-known fact that these two conditions are directly linked to each other. Asthma, which affects roughly one in 12 people according to the CDC, is characterized by spasms of the small airways and inflammation. Furthermore, about 90% of children under the age of 16 with asthma…
Arthritis is a condition characterized by painful inflammation and stiffness in the joints. According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 52.5 million U.S. adults suffer from either arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, fibromyalgia, or lupus1. If you have arthritis, you should try the following tips to alleviate your symptoms. #1) Maintain a Healthy…
Alternative Treatment for IBS Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common disease suffered by an estimated 25-45 million people in the United States. Symptoms include chronic abdominal pain, bloating, excess gas and irregular bowel movements. Symptoms can be brought on by a number of triggers including anxiety, insomnia and stress. Although there is no known…
Did you know that acupressure is an easy and effective way to reduce the effects of jet lag? Traveling across time zones and the natural disruptions of flying can wreak havoc with our circadian rhythms, causing the phenomena known as “jet lag”. You know the symptoms: feeling tired and lethargic, unable to sleep when you…
Fall has fallen, and there’s a definite nip in the air. Are you ready for the seasonal changes? Check out this great blog post that explains how acupuncture treatments can help you deal with changes of any kind. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sara-calabro/navigate-change-with-acup_b_6063912.html
I recently treated a patient suffering from chronic low back pain due to her many years as a caregiver. When she entered the treatment room, she did so with little energy, not smiling and shuffling as she went. After the treatment, her face was bright and smiling, she was very happy to be pain-free, and…
Although acupuncture is well-known to be effective for body aches and pains, it is also a proven treatment for anxiety. This article offers a nice overview. http://www.everydayhealth.com/news/why-acupuncture-works-anxiety-relief/
Acupoints for Jet Lag It’s summer! Time for traveling, and sometimes, jet lag. Did you know that acupuncture/acupressure can help diminish jet lag?
Shermie Cadabona, DACM, LAc 