Here’s everything (and probably more) that you always wanted to know about acupuncture needles, which are used to stimulate the flow of qi energy. They are made from stainless steel and flexible are like a wire (but not hollow) They’re not much thicker than hair, and much thinner … [Read more...] about Everything You Wanted to Know about Acupuncture Needles!
How does pre-birth acupuncture work?
"I received acupuncture in the weeks leading up to the birth of my second child. Monica's consideration and understanding of my preferences was such a blessing during that stressful time. Not only was her listening and education an encouragement, my body responded so well to the treatments. This led … [Read more...] about How does pre-birth acupuncture work?
Research Gives Insight Into How Acupuncture May Relieve Pain by NCCAM
Research Gives Insight Into How Acupuncture May Relieve Pain Acupuncture—an ancient healing practice that has shown promise in treating chronic pain—typically involves a period of active needle stimulation, followed by a longer period of rest. It appears that the analgesic (pain-relieving) effects … [Read more...] about Research Gives Insight Into How Acupuncture May Relieve Pain by NCCAM
Acupuncture Research regarding Infertility
Influence of acupuncture on the pregnancy rate in patients who undergo assisted reproduction therapy. Paulus WE, Zhang M, Strehler E, El-Danasouri I, Sterzik K. Source Department of Reproductive Medicine, Christian-Lauritzen-Institut, Ulm, Germany. … [Read more...] about Acupuncture Research regarding Infertility