If you are a side sleeper with neck pain, shoulders pain, or upper back pain I want you to watch to this video. It’s really short, promise. Inside, I will go over one of two reasons that your side sleeping can be causing your pain, and what to do about it. Maegan Hodge, our Licensed…
If you or someone you know has ever experienced the effects of a stroke, you probably understand how devastating this event can be. Stroke obstructs blood and oxygen supply to the brain. Stroke can cause damage to brain cells and nerves. Depending on which part of the brain is damaged, many things can transpire. An…
Acupuncture + Chinese Medicine for Hormonal Balance Acupuncture for Hormones? Plus other Tips and Tricks. In today’s world, we are seeing a steady rise in female patients struggling with hormonal imbalance and dysfunction. These issues are common, but not NORMAL. Meaning, you don’t have to live like this!! These are some of the most common…
Opinions on scars tend to vary pretty widely. Some people hide them, some wear them proudly, some even seek them out. A random smattering of famous quotations about scars gives us some scope regarding just how widely viewpoints can vary. Rose Kennedy, J.F.K.’s mother, once stated, “It has been said, ‘time heals all wounds.’ I…
Acupuncture for Allergies It’s that time of year again! The trees are starting to bud out, and bulbs are coming out of the ground (never mind the periodic snows we were still getting in Richmond in mid-March this year). Folks are already pouring into the office with the beginnings of their seasonal allergy symptoms. Have…
It’s that time of year again in Richmond – the time where everyone around you is dropping like flies with the flu or some such – so it seems like a perfect time to write about what Chinese medicine can offer us in terms of avoiding getting sick. Have you ever tried acupuncture If you…