Monthly Archives: March 2009

Stress Relief with Chinese Medicine

Posted on March 31, 2009 by admin

Some time ago, a patient came in with a headache, shoulder pain, nausea, stomach pain, and no appetite. She had been suffering from these problems for the previous three months, and was hoping for some relief.   When we talked about … Continue reading →

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Asthma and Chinese Medicine / Acupuncture

Posted on March 31, 2009 by admin

In Chinese, asthma is described as “xiao-chuan“, which translates as wheezing (xiao) and breathlessness (chuan). According to Traditional Chinese Medical theory, an asthma attack reflects the stirring up of excess Wind.

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Natural Treatments for Jaw Pain

Posted on March 23, 2009 by cita

                                                             Do you have jaw pain or stiffness?  Does your jaw make popping sounds when you open your mouth?  You may have TMD (tempero-mandibular joint disorder), also known as TMJ, which refers to a variety of disorders or symptoms affecting the region around the … Continue reading →

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Natural Cold/Flu Remedies

Posted on March 23, 2009 by admin

As the light changes and the trees start shedding their leaves, Autumn and Winter approach and the cold and flu season encroaches upon us. Fortunately, Chinese Medicine offers many remedies to ward off these unpleasant ailments.

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