Category Archives: Acupuncture

Mantra-based meditation can have a positive impact on emotional responses to stress, fatigue and anxiety in adults with memory impairment and memory loss, researchers at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital have determined. Their findings are published in the recent issue of … Continue reading →

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and its symptoms, such as snorting, gasping or stopping breathing while asleep, are associated with depression, according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For individuals experiencing depression, acupuncture can stabilize … Continue reading →

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released an announcement and draft guidance which will protect consumers from future false and misleading health claims by the tobacco industry about its tobacco products. As a primary or complementary therapy, acupuncture is … Continue reading →

Who gets massage? An average of 25 percent of women and 10 percent of men receive at least one massage annually—approximately 18 percent of adults, according to the American Massage Therapy Association. Spas are where many people receive massage. Is … Continue reading →

There has not been significant change in the prevalence of overweight in the U.S., with data from 2009-2010 indicating that about one in three adults and one in six children and teens are obese; however, there have been increases in … Continue reading →

FAQS: Acupuncture And Digestion Digestion is one of the main reference points for gauging one’s overall health. Some frequently asked questions about acupuncture for the treatment of digestive disorders: What causes digestive disorders? Digestive disorders can be caused by diet, … Continue reading →

While many people rejoice when the weather gets warmer, it’s not always a pleasant time for everyone. Those who suffer from seasonal allergies know to expect difficulties around this time of year, but the severity of allergy season can vary. … Continue reading →

Digestion is one of the main reference points for gauging one’s overall health. Some frequently asked questions about acupuncture for the treatment of digestive disorders: What causes digestive disorders? Digestive disorders can be caused by diet, disease and stress. What … Continue reading →

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has long been used to manage pain, treat disease, boost fertility, and prevent miscarriage. Traditional TCM remedies include acupuncture and herbal medicine, among other therapies. Tel Aviv University researchers have discovered that a combination of TCM … Continue reading →

The brain’s capacity for memory, reasoning and comprehension skills (cognitive function) can start to deteriorate from age 45, according to research published on bmj.com. Acupuncture can sharpen memory and reduce pain by deactivating areas within the brain associated with the … Continue reading →