This can be seen when a person is in a state of rage or fear. The response will cause blood pressure and respiratory rate to rise. If not expressed appropriately the emotional state will remain ...

Acupuncture is one modality within a much larger medical framework of TCM and related East Asian systems. In daily practice, the distinction matters. Patients meet “acupuncturists,” “TCM practitioners ...

Facial movements are essential for communication, expression and function. But when these movements become involuntary, they can lead to conditions that are not only physically uncomfortable, but also ...

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Dr. Clayton Shiu earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from Boston University and a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He received ...

Among the more unconventional options for treating long COVID, nicotine – delivered via low-dose transdermal patches – has surfaced as a potential integrative tool. It appears that nicotine competes ...

Because traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) views the human body as an interconnected network of energy (qi) and seeks to restore balance and harmony, ensuring the smooth flow of qi and blood is ...

Kavoussi, et al., 7 reviewed research demonstrating that the parasympathetic ability to decrease inflammation was through stimulation of the vagal nerves’ efferent fibers. This was confirmed through ...

Dr. Amanda Archuleta is a nationally certified, New Mexico-licensed acupuncturist and board-certified herbalist. She attained her doctorate in acupuncture and oriental medicine from Five Branches ...

Unfortunately, figuring out whether an acupuncturist is licensed is not as easy as it looks. Although the most common degree designation for an acupuncturist is LAc, some states use different titles ...

Emotions act as a warning sign to the practitioner, indicating what organs may be involved in a patient’s pattern of imbalance. One of my main treatment goals when working with these patients is to ...

Victoria Summerquist attained a Master in Acupuncture from Bastyr University and Master in Public Health from the University of Washington. She is a professional member of the Association for Size ...