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Efficacy and Safety of Products Used on the Skin During Microneedling and Facial Rejuvenation
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure increasingly used by acupuncturists, involving tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries that stimulate collagen, elastin,...
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...
Herbal Therapy for Hip OA
Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip, a condition causing significant joint pain, is extensively treated in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Within TCM, OA falls under th...
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...
Embracing the Future: How Artificial Intelligence Can Enhance Acupuncture Practice
The article explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing acupuncture practice. AI can significantly aid acupuncturists by analyzing co...
Did VA / Medicare Allowed Rates Increase?
There's great news for acupuncturists billing Medicare and the VA: for 2025, there's been a substantial increase in the allowed rates for the initial acupuncture codes...
Three Keys to Effective Gua Sha Treatment in Your Clinic
Acupuncturists can significantly enhance their practice by incorporating effective Gua Sha treatment, a powerful modality for addressing myofascial issues, pain, limit...
Stationary Bike Riding for Management of Parkinson’s Disease
For individuals grappling with Parkinson's Disease (PD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder causing debilitating motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness, conve...
The Wrong Way to Treat Chronic Spine Pain
Breaking news for chronic spine pain patients and providers: the latest "Rapid Recommendation" from the BMJ strongly advises against several commonly used intervention...
American Society of Acupuncturists Celebrates 10 Years
The article details the American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) celebrating its 10th anniversary with a live in-person conference held April 26-27, 2025, in Arlington...
Can Herbal Medicine Be Integrated Into Oncology Care?
With cancer affecting a significant portion of the global population, conventional treatments often bring challenging side effects and aren't always fully effective, l...
Plateau and Profit ... or Release and Replace?
Clinicians may face a significant ethical dilemma: whether to plateau and profit by continuing treatment for a patient whose clinical progress has stalled, or to relea...
The Wood Element and the Pelvis
"The Wood Element and the Pelvis" by Krystal Lynn Couture explores the intricate relationship between the wood element in Chinese medicine and the pelvis, highlighting...
VUIM Providing Acupuncture to D1 Student Athletes
George Washington University (GWU) Division 1 student athletes have gained access to acupuncture through an exciting new partnership with the Virginia University of In...
It’s Hip to Treat OA With Acupuncture
Discover the potential of acupuncture for hip osteoarthritis (OA)! This common condition, often seen in people aged 50-70, causes pain that can radiate into the groin ...
Acupuncture and Knee OA: Unlocking the Analgesic Pathway
Recent research has illuminated how acupuncture alleviates knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms by targeting key pain and inflammation pathways. A study involving rabbits...
Discovering Skull Palpation
Discover the power of skull palpation, a unique acupuncture technique developed by Dr. Clayton Shiu over 20 years of treating stroke and neurological patients. This me...
Modulating the Gut-Brain Axis With Low-Level Laser Therapy (Pt. 2)
This fascinating article explores the powerful synergy between Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and modern Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in modulating the intricate...
Acupuncture for High-Impact Sports
High-impact athletes are increasingly turning to acupuncture to gain a competitive edge and maintain peak physical condition. This ancient practice offers a multifacet...
The Emerging Role of Nicotine in the Integrative Treatment of Long COVID
Emerging as an unconventional yet intriguing approach to the persistent challenges of Long COVID, low-dose nicotine patches are being explored as a potential integrati...