Category Archives: Acupuncture

What is Gua Sha, or what are you doing with that soup spoon?

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While needling is the main “go to” strategy in my acupuncture treatments, I may also use other adjuncts techniques as well.  Today I am going to describe the benefits of gua sha. Gua sha, which literally means “scraping sand,” is the manual rubbing of the skin and muscles with a ceramic spoon (looks like a Chinese soup spoon, but “no… Read more »

Acupuncture and Allergies

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Are you dreading this spring because you know it will bring sneezing, itchy red eyes, and a runny nose?  Do you suffer from allergic rhinitis and dislike how medication makes you feel? The best time to treat your allergies is before they start. Acupuncture can help reduce and alleviate your immediate symptoms, and when used over time it can help… Read more »