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Gua sha and cupping are two of the oldest hands-on therapies used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. While they’re often grouped together — and both can leave visible marks on the skin — they work in quite different ways and offer distinct physiological benefits. In this blog i'm going to discuss the physiological effects and also the Traditional understanding of these modalities. What they share is a common goal: to improve circulation, reduce stagnation, support the immune sy

How Many Acupuncture Sessions Will I Need? (And Why I Often Use the Antibiotic Analogy) One of the most common questions I’m asked is: “How many acupuncture sessions will I need?” It’s a completely reasonable question. We live in a world of fast results and quick fixes, and when you don't feel well or something hurts or isn’t working properly, most people just want it sorted — yesterday. They want a magic pill. Acupuncture does  help people feel better, often quickly. But las

Scars need to be treated. Unfortunately, scar care is not taught and many people have issues with scars that could have been prevented if...