Acupuncture vs. Dry Needling: Same Needle, Very Different Hands If you’ve been told you need “dry needling” for a stubborn knot or a chronic ache, you’ve probably wondered how it’s any different from acupuncture. Fair question. Both use the same FDA-regulated, single-use filiform needle. Both insert it into the body to relieve pain. And here’s […]
Penile Injections vs. Acupuncture for Erectile Dysfunction By Danielle Brunner LAc Syringe needle used for penile injections Lately I’ve been hearing a lot about Penile Injections for Erectile Dysfunction. This entails a diabetic syringe type needle (much larger than an Acupuncture needle) injected directly into the corpus cavernosum of the penis (injected at 10am &
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If you can handle a flu shot, how about a flu “pin”? One of the most profound effects that acupuncture can have on the body is strengthening the immune system. We see many patients every year that like to come in for regular acupuncture treatments throughout cold and flu season, and are able to stay
Fall Equinox was September 22nd. This is a good time of year to plan on a detox so as to clear out all the debris in your body. This article covers several of my suggestions for cleansing this fall. The focus of autumn is on lung and large intestine health. The lung and large intestine
Have you ever wondered why you feel different in fall? Is it the air? The cold? The foods that are in season? Traditional Chinese Medicine talks about fall as a time of transition. In fact, the autumnal equinox is a fascinating time. On September 22nd, the day was exactly 12 hours long, as was the
It’s that time of year. You wake up congested, coughing, blowing your nose. Sound familiar? Do you suffer from colds and flu in the fall? Does the change in season give you that awful, stuffy, congested sinus feeling? Has the smoke and ash in the air from the Eagle Creek fire been clogging up your
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Erectile dysfunction is an extremely common health issue among men of any age. In fact, ED affects about 52% of men at age 40, with that number only increasing as a man gets older. This is a real medical condition that can be resolved by many methods. While most men choose to go for a
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Acupuncture is an extremely effective healing art that can help in the treatment of many conditions and symptoms. However, I often get asked questions that show just how poorly understood acupuncture is in the Western world. That’s why I’ve put together a list of common questions and incorrect assumptions to help bust some acupuncture myths!
We are about halfway through the summer season, and it’s been a beautiful one here in the Pacific Northwest. As we move through the season, I encourage you to consider lifestyle changes that go beyond updating your diet to seasonal fruits and veggies – and enjoying more red fruits like watermelon, tomatoes, and strawberries. If
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One of the most frequently asked questions I get when I first begin to work with a patient to address his erectile dysfunction is: “Do you need to put needles in my genitals?” I am happy to say “no” in answer to that question. But, it got me thinking. There are many other common questions
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