All About TCM and Acupuncture

Has seasonal allergies been bothering you, like many others? With our up and down weather, many have said it’s been extra bothersome this year. If you’ve mentioned allergies or congestion during our appointment before, you may have been needled on either side of your nostrils. So as a quick solution, try giving yourself a mini…

Lately, quite a few of you have been dealing with seasonal allergies. The congestion. The itchy eyes and nose. The sneezing. The misery… Today, let’s talk about how to use acupressure near your wrist to help reduce all those pesky symptoms. When you run one of your thumb along the edge of your other thumb,…

Here’s a copy of the info sheet created for the upcoming Active Living Fair! If you’re already a client with me, you may be familiar with some of these suggestions and reminders. If you’re new and we haven’t met, I’ll try to elaborate a little bit below, so you can become a little more familiar…

Does the obligation of attending social events for the holiday season or the need to meet deadlines drive up your Anxiety levels? If you experience any sort of anxiety, please find this point on either or both of your ears. It is named Shen Men (Spirit Gate). You can find it on the outer third…

If you’re like me, sore throat means the start of a cold/flu. Did you know that you can nip a sore throat the moment you feel it by gargling with salt water, every hour. Don’t let it fester until it feels like you’re swallowing glass shards. Ouch! If you’ve been to Acu Corner before while…

Curious minds… Have you wondered how an acupuncture needle compare to daily life objects? Here’s a photo showing a comparison of typical body and face acupuncture needles when placed side by side to a wooden match and a sewing needle. Do remember acupuncture needles are sterile, single use, disposable! They can be used with electrical…