Texts Unearthed from Ancient Han Tombs Reveal the Anatomical Origins of Meridians
This article highlights a groundbreaking theory by Dr. Li Yongming, which posits that Traditional Chinese Medicine's meridian system originates from ancient anatomical observations rather than abstrac...
1 Jul 4min
Spirits of the Points: The Gallbladder (Pt. 6)
Delving deeper than mere anatomical locations, this article explores the psycho-emotional "spirit" of several key points on the Gallbladder channel, as taught in the Five Element tradition of J.R. Wor...
1 Jun 4min
Polarity and Frequency in Electroacupuncture
Electroacupuncture (EA) is a powerful tool in the modern clinic, but its full potential is only unlocked when applied with precision and intention. Too often, polarity and frequency settings are chose...
1 Jun 4min
Beyond Pain Relief: Distal Acupuncture for Restoring Muscle Recruitment in Microtrauma (Pt. 2)
In cases of microtrauma, the site of pain is often not the source of the problem. Instead, it’s a symptom of a deeper issue: the nervous system has lost reliable control over a specific movement, forc...
1 Jun 5min
Hypnopuncture: A Neurophysiological Model for Integrating Hypnosis Into Acupuncture Practice
Bridging the ancient wisdom of acupuncture with modern neuroscience, the concept of "hypnopuncture" emerges as a powerful, evidence-informed evolution in mind-body medicine. This approach integrates t...
1 Jun 4min
NBC “Chicago Med” Episode Outrages Acupuncturists Nationwide
The acupuncture community was left horrified and outraged by a recent episode of the popular NBC drama “Chicago Med,” which featured a grossly inaccurate and sensationalized depiction of the professio...
1 Jun 5min
Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Functional Dyspepsia
Functional dyspepsia (FD) is a challenging disorder characterized by persistent upper-gastrointestinal discomfort that significantly diminishes quality of life. This research summary highlights a prom...
1 Jun 5min
Medicare Advantage Recoupment of Acupuncture Payments
A troubling trend is emerging for acupuncturists navigating the complex world of insurance billing: Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPs) are attempting to retroactively recoup payments. This article clarif...
1 Jun 4min
