Dr. Renee Skuban, M.O.M., Acupuncture Physician

Renee Skuban is the owner of A New Leaf Acupuncture. Dr. Skuban received her Master of Oriental Medicine and Bachelor of Health Science Degrees and became licensed with the State of Florida and Certified through the NCCAOM in 2000. She served on the Florida Board of Acupuncture for seven years, was an instructor and Department Head at Acupuncture and Massage College in Miami, Flordia during an 18-year tenure, and currently serves on the school’s Advisory Board.
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Massage For Tension Headaches

Typically, tension headaches are treated with analgesics that relieve symptoms temporarily. One of the main causes of tension headaches is the presence of trigger points. … Read More

Touch of Relief: Massage Therapy for Back Pain

Chances are, you’ve experienced back pain, or you know someone who has. It’s so common -- an estimated 75% to 85% of all Americans have had some degree of back pain. And many of these individuals have sought relief for their symptoms through massage therapy. … Read More

Benefits Of LomiLomi Massage

A Polynesian massage therapy treatment that originated in Hawaii, lomilomi is a holistic massage therapy system traditionally practiced by the islands’ healers or kahunas. Lomilomi utilizes medicinal plants, massage, breath exercises, and meditation. Lomilomi is also known as Hawaiian temple bodywork, temple style or traditional style lomilomi massage. … Read More

With Shiatsu Massage Back Pain and More Dissipates

Shiatsu is a form of Asian bodywork with origins in traditional Chinese medicine. Similar to acupuncture and its diagnostic methods, Shiatsu massage therapy uses acupoints and energy channels (meridians) in treatment. … Read More

4 Things to Know About Going to Massage School

Going to massage school is a personal, unique experience for all students. At the same time, there are many things about it that are common to everyone. The following are four things prospective students should know about going to massage school that can help them determine if it’s the right choice for them. … Read More

More Yoga Benefits: Relief for Fibromyalgia

Posted January 21, 2016 by Dr. Renee Skuban, M.O.M., Acupuncture Physician & filed under Holistic Medicine

Practicing yoga benefits a variety of health conditions, including fibromyalgia. Yoga reduces the physical and psychological symptoms of chronic pain in women with fibromyalgia, according to a new study by York University researchers. The study is the first to look at the effects of yoga on fibromyalgia, specifically its cortisol levels in women. … Read More

Exploring Japanese Massage and the Benefits of Shiatsu Massage

Shiatsu massage, a form of Oriental therapy based on traditional Chinese medicine principles and Japanese massage therapy traditions, is growing in popularity. The reason for this is that this kind of body massage can be used to treat several health conditions and ailments, including: … Read More

How Much Does Acupuncture School Cost?

Update August 2019: How to Save Money on Acupuncture School. When deciding on a career path, there are many things to consider. Will it provide work life balance, a sense of purpose, a sound income, a path of opportunity? Once you narrow down your options, another aspect to consider is how much will it cost for the education or degree to practice in that career. … Read More

What Are Acupuncture Classes Like?

One thing many people forget to think about when considering a school, or area of study, is to ask what the classes are actually like. Between choosing the right school, which degree you’d like to get, and what you’d like to study, many students don’t take the time to ask what they’ll be doing every day while in school. … Read More

Is Acupuncture School Right For You?

Any major decision in life is worth spending time contemplating. This is particularly the case when it comes to your education. Even the most condensed programs take time, effort and money. While learning something new is great, jumping into the wrong educational program can set you back more than just financially. … Read More

Hear What Our Students Say - Why They Attend Massage School

If you’re thinking of continuing your education, going back to school, or maybe just picking up a new skill, massage school might be for you. A degree in massage doesn’t require as great a financial or time commitment as many careers. In addition, careers in the industry offer flexibility, and the demand for massage therapists is growing year after year. … Read More

Meditation and Acupuncture for Stress | Acupuncture School | Miami, FL

Stress is a widespread problem a large number of Americans deal with on a daily basis. According to the Global Organization for Stress, three quarters of adults said they had moderate to high levels of stress during the previous month and nearly 50 percent reported their stress increasing during the prior year. Eighty percent of workers feel stress on the job and have trouble managing it, and the condition is a concern for high school age children. What should you do if — like many — you experience stress? Luckily, there are natural solutions to stress. … Read More

Massage for Pain: Musculoskeletal Issues

Musculoskeletal pain is a common problem that can be difficult to treat, often causing long-term problems and even disability. It can come in the form of back pain, muscle pain, joint pain and more. Musculoskeletal pain also affects those with fibromyalgia and "tunnel syndromes," which result from nerve compression. Two effective holistic medicine treatments include mental relaxation and massage for pain, which can also improve overall health, mental energy and muscle pain for those experiencing the disorder. … Read More

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