Acupuncture Portland, OR Blog

October 15, 2013

Have you ever wondered why the change of seasons can seem to wreak so much havoc with our bodies?   There are in fact a variety of reasons around it. The specific change in seasons can bring on more mold and mildew, increased animal dander and an increase in bacteria and viruses. The immune system normally protects the body against […]

September 27, 2013

Recently there was an article in Rueters talking about a study of acupuncture helping depression. I appreciate the fact that they are trying to do a study. You may not know that many Western medicine type scientists won’t do a study about acupuncture.  This is because they want to be able to do a blind study. That is not viable with […]

January 22, 2013

Two Common Questions People Ask a Portland Acupuncture Practitioner There are two common questions people ask a Portland acupuncture practitioner get asked.  Perhaps the most frequently asked question is, “Will it hurt?” Either “yes” or “no” would be the right answer.  The needles used in acupuncture produce a mosquito bite sensation when inserted, and will create noticeable discomfort when “Teh […]

December 22, 2012

If you are seeking help from an acupuncturist in Portland, then keep reading. Acupuncture for the first time? Among all the different medical treatments that originated in the ancient world, few are as highly regarded in modern times as acupuncture. A tenet of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture dates back thousands of years. Treatment involves using needles of various lengths […]

April 30, 2012

What do allergies, gardening and working out all have in common? They generally will direct patients to come in for acupuncture.   This time of year, I start to see more patients as a result of symptoms that arise from these three activities.  It really boils down to;  They all require the body to be strong.   Here are some Tips and […]