What You Need to Know About Acupuncture: 6 Commonly Asked Questions About Acupuncture Traditional East Asian Medicine & Acupuncture have gained a lot of popularity in recent years.Despite its growing popularity, many people still have questions about this ancient practice. In this blog post, we’ll answer some of the most commonly asked questions about acupuncture. […]
Your head hurts where? Why is your headache location is important in Chinese Medicine? Headaches are a common complaint and cause of distress among Americans. There are various types of headaches that can range from mild to severe; some of the most common include tension headaches, migraines, and sinus headaches. Tension headaches are probably the […]
Part IV of a guest blog series for Lokahi Acupuncture by Dr. Janet Yu. Read part I here, part II here, and part III here. The third category of common postpartum ailments I see in my clinic pertains to scar management. When patients are postpartum, their scar tissue should be able to move freely, without pain, discomfort, […]
Part III of a guest blog series for Lokahi Acupuncture by Dr. Janet Yu. Read part I here and part II here. Postpartum bowel challenges: constipation Nobody likes to be constipated (obviously), and I’ll be frank: that first postpartum bowel movement can be downright scary because tissues feel raw and incisions are healing. The thought of […]
Part II of a guest blog series for Lokahi Acupuncture by Dr. Janet Yu. Read part I here. Postpartum bladder challenges: urinary incontinence (UI) & a pelvic muscle primer The most common postpartum bladder challenge I see in my clinic each day is urinary incontinence, which refers to when a person accidentally leaks urine. Many patients […]
A guest blog series for Lokahi Acupuncture by Dr. Janet Yu. The Fourth Trimester For many parents, the so-called “fourth trimester” – that early postpartum period, usually considered the first 3 or 4 or months after giving birth – can be filled with joy and wonder as they marvel at their child. What’s talked about […]
Trauma is an important topic related to acupuncture, as many people’s health complaints can be linked to or worsened by a history of traumatic experiences. Trauma-Informed Acupuncture Care Acupuncture, as a unique therapy that can positively impact the body as well as the mind, (or the “body-mind”) can be particularly beneficial for patients in which […]
Taking the plunge and trying acupuncture for the first time can be overwhelming. To make this step easier, it’s important to be as informed as possible about what to expect from your first acupuncture appointment. Acupuncture is an ancient form of healing that has been practiced across many cultures and across thousands of years, making […]
Are you one of the many women who find themselves dealing with menstrual cycle issues? Whether it’s pain, irregularity or unpredictable flow, these issues can be daunting and frustrating. You’re not alone- around 30% of women experience some sort of reproductive issue. If you are looking for an alternative to traditional western medicines, acupuncture and Traditional […]
Have you ever heard of moxibustion? You may have seen it before, or even experienced it during a visit to your acupuncturist. Moxibustion is a form of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapy that has been used to treat various health conditions for more than 2500 years. Let’s take a look at what exactly moxibustion is and […]