Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes pain all over the body. Symptoms vary from person to person, as well as the intensity of the pain they experience. There is no “magic bullet” for fibromyalgia, which means that finding the right medications is often a case of ... Continued
CAM Treatments and Autism
UC Davis MIND Institute researchers conducted a study early this year that examined the utilization of conventional treatments and utilization of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for preschoolers with autism and other developmental delays. Autism spectrum disorder ... Continued
Alternative Treatments for GERD
Have you ever wanted to go for spicy food, but fear the impending heartburn? You are not alone. In the US 42 percent of the population suffers from gastro-esophageal reflux (GERD) or also known as heart burn (1). GERD is typically a condition in which acid from the stomach ... Continued
The Health Benefits of Yoga (part 2)
In an earlier article we review the health benefits of yoga as it relates to the eight limbs of yoga. Now it's time to focus on the preventive and therapeutic effects of yoga. Yoga is basically a system of self treatment and helps both in prevention and management of ... Continued
How Many Acupuncture Treatments Do You Need?
As an acupuncturist, I try to talk to my new patients on the day after their first treatment. Generally, they're new to acupuncture and are unsure as to what effects they should be feeling. I also like to check in because in many cases, new patients assume that they will be ... Continued