While the majority of states in the U.S. require the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) exam or NCCAOM certification as a prerequisite for a license to practice acupuncture, states have their own requirements for licensure as well. The Florida Board of Acupuncture is an excellent example of a regulatory agency that […]
Acupuncture has been making headlines once again due to a new study that suggests the treatment can be just as effective as counseling in combatting depression. Led by Hugh MacPherson of the University of York in the UK, researchers split up 755 people with moderate to severe depression into three groups: those who received acupuncture […]
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Did you know that acupuncture is a great pain-free way to treat a whole variety of medical conditions in kids? If you are looking for an alternative treatment to drugs, acupuncture may be the answer for you! To find an acupuncturist for your child, click here.
Don’t let dental anxiety keep you from regular cleaning and check-ups or necessary procedures. According to research, 31 percent of adults are fearful of the dentist’s chair. While sedation dentistry has seen a surge in popularity, acupuncture can be just as effective in improving patient compliance and easing anxiety. Those who face an extreme fear […]
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and those who suffer from the condition often experience debilitating pain as their joint cartilage breaks down. When a patient visits a Western doctor with knee osteoarthritis, medication, exercises, and surgery are often offered as treatments. Pharmacological and surgical interventions have a high risk for serious side […]
Are you one of the estimated 85-percent of menstruating women who suffer from at least one symptom of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in the week or two prior to your period? PMS can be mild or manifest itself in the form of severe Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Whether your symptoms are a minor bother or have […]
According to traditional Chinese medicine, seasonal changes can be a time of turmoil as an individual’s qi might be out of harmony with the frequency of the season. Fall is the perfect time to take preventative action. Ward off illness and changes in mood with acupuncture treatments this autumn and start the school year, or […]