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Red Light / Infrared Therapy for Foot Pain
With nearly 8 in 10 Americans experiencing foot pain, this article proposes red light / infrared therapy as a highly effective, non-invasive alternative to conventiona...
The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 1)
This article, the first in a series, argues for a precise definition and naming convention for the 21st-century acupuncture profession in the U.S.. The authors contend...
A Milestone in Acupuncture Education
The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA), the oldest professional acupuncture school in the U.S., is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025. Founded in 1975 in W...
Patent Variances in Herbal Formulas
This article highlights a crucial aspect of Chinese herbal medicine: patent formulas often share names but vary significantly in ingredients across different manufactu...
Objective Indicators of Brain MRI Changes After Acupuncture Treatment for Stroke (Pt. 1)
This article delves into objective indicators of brain changes following acupuncture treatment for neurological conditions, particularly stroke, leveraging functional ...
Tiny Pearl, Powerful Wisdom
In a poignant reflection, retired acupuncturist William Prange shares his personal journey as a patient, advocating for a shift in the patient-practitioner dynamic. Gr...
Embracing Evolution: Merging Innovation With the Ancient Wisdom of TCM
The article explores how technological innovations are seamlessly integrating with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), not to replace its ancient wisdom, but to suppor...
The Benefits of Building a Referral Culture in Acupuncture
The article, "The Benefits of Building a Referral Culture in Acupuncture," strongly advocates for licensed acupuncturists to refer patients to trusted colleagues when ...
Forbidden Secrets of Women’s Longevity (Pt. 1)
The ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) unveils the "forbidden secrets" of women's longevity, rooted in the profound concept of jing (essence), the ve...
Acupuncture in Medi-Cal: Saved Again
Acupuncture has once again secured its place as a covered service within Medi-Cal, California's vital healthcare program, following persistent efforts to preserve its ...
What’s Holding Acupuncture Back in 2025?
Acupuncture, despite its growing recognition as a valuable complementary treatment for conditions like chronic pain, stress, and anxiety, faces significant hurdles in ...
Long COVID Response to Classical Chinese Medicine: A Case Series
Long COVID, impacting over 5% of the U.S. population with more than 200 debilitating symptoms like brain fog, chronic fatigue, and shortness of breath, poses a signifi...
Summertime Sadness
Craig Williams, an acupuncturist practicing in hot Texas, explores how prolonged seasonal heat can profoundly impact mood, leading to what he terms "summertime sadness...
Deprescribing: It's a Thing (and You Can Help)
The crucial concept of "deprescribing"—the planned and supervised reduction or elimination of medications—is gaining traction, despite being coined only in 2003. This ...
Hemifacial Spasm: Understanding and Treating a Complex Neuromuscular Disorder
Hemifacial spasm (HFS) presents a unique challenge: a neuromuscular condition marked by involuntary, unilateral facial spasms that can begin subtly in the eyelid and p...
Qizhi to Deqi: The Living Sequence That Animates Acupuncture
Acupuncture's profound effectiveness truly unfolds through the "living sequence" of qizhi and deqi, concepts central to its clinical foundation. This approach encourag...
5 Reasons Why Your Practice Needs a Remote Receptionist
Acupuncture practices often face a dilemma: juggling vital administrative tasks with the core mission of patient healing. The article highlights how missed calls repre...
A Few Good Eggs: TCM for Fertility and Reproductive Health
Fertility is presented not just as a goal for conception but as a vital sign of overall health and well-being. While women are born with a set number of eggs that natu...
Acupuncture and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Enhancing Autonomic Regulation
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition marked by persistent fatigue and autonomic dysfunction. While conventional treatments focus on symptom relie...
Managing Malpractice Risk When Treating Children of Divorced Parents
Treating children of divorced parents presents unique challenges for acupuncturists, carrying significant liability risks. A core issue arises when one parent consents...