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Learn about how acupuncture and dry needling can help with everything from back pain, to physical symptoms of stress, and sports injuries.
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Acupuncture Meridian Pathways
Explore the 14 main acupuncture meridians—also known as acupuncture channels —and understand their pathways, functions, and how they influence health in traditional Chinese medicine.
Dry Needling for Acupuncturists
Learn about why acupuncturists should add dry needling to their practice to keep up with changing trends in the health and wellness field.
Facial Acupuncture
Discover the benefits of facial acupuncture, a natural and holistic approach to improving skin health and appearance. Learn how this ancient practice can help reduce wrinkles, improve skin tone, and promote overall well-being.
What is Moxibustion?
Learn about moxibustion - a part of Chinese medicine that burns mugwort on or near the skin for therapeutic benefits.
What is Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Learn about the 7 pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which include acupuncture, herbal medicine, moxibustion, cupping, tua na, tai chi and qi gong, and dietary therapy.
Dry Needling vs Acupuncture
Discover the differences between dry needling vs acupuncture, their origins, practices, and benefits. Learn how each technique treats pain and improves health.
Medical Acupuncture
Explore the benefits and science behind medical acupuncture, a blend of traditional Chinese practices and modern Western medicine. Learn about its history, key contributors, therapeutic effects, and how it differs from traditional acupuncture. Discover how medical acupuncture can effectively treat various conditions, from pain and stress to digestive issues and sports injuries.
Trigger Point Therapy Pioneers
Discover the key figures in the history of trigger point therapy and their groundbreaking contributions to pain management.
A History of Acupuncture in the US
Learn about the history of acupuncture in the US and how it has grown significantly over the past 50 years.
Best Acupuncture Points for Sleep
Learn about the best acupuncture points for sleep - including their meanings, locations, and ways they can improve your sleep to relieve insomnia.
How Much Does Acupuncture Cost?
How Much Does Acupuncture Cost? Learn about why the cost of acupuncture can range from free to upwards of $400 per visit.
What is an Acupuncture Meridian?
Learn about acupuncture meridians or channels, which form the basis for acupuncture according to Chinese medicine theory.
Modern Acupuncture
Explore new modern acupuncture techniques that have evolved with our understanding of science and the human body.
Yin Tang Acupuncture Point
Learn about Yin Tang, an important acupuncture point for sleep, anxiety, and stress.
Comparing Dry Needling vs Electroacupuncture
Learn about the differences between dry needling and electroacupuncture. Two effective treatments for pain that have some similarities and differences.
Acupuncture Point Combinations
Learn about acupuncture points prescptions - whether you are an acupuncture student studying for your board exam or a licensed acupuncturist looking to review acupuncture point combinations - this is the guide for you!
How to Become an Acupuncturist
Learn about how to become an acupuncturist - including education requirements, financial costs, career options, and salary ranges for licensed acupuncturists.
Five Element Acupuncture
Explore Five Element Acupuncture: a holistic approach linking body, emotions, and nature for optimal well-being.