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FAQ's

For answers to frequently asked questions about the experience of receiving acupuncture treatment, please click here.

For general information about acupuncture and the conditions I commonly treat, please click here.

Self-Care Resource Articles

Here you'll find downloadable pdf's of articles detailing effective self-care practices to address common symptoms like allergies, sinus congestion, eyestrain, headaches, gas, and bloating.

Your Health & The Seasons

In Chinese medicine, each of the Five Elements corresponds to one of the seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Late Summer / Harvest, and Autumn. Each season has its own energy and affects your body and mind in unique ways. Click here for more information about how to care for yourself to optimize your health season by season.

Recommended Resources

On my recommended resources page, you'll find information about books and products that I frequently recommend to my patients. I only recommend items that I have personally used and found beneficial, or that I have seen my patients use with great results.

Five Element Music Playlists

In Chinese medicine, we observe that the energies of the Five Elements show up in nature, in our bodies and emotions, and in all aspects of our lives, including the music we create. I decided to start compiling playlists of music that expresses the energy of each of the Five Elements as a fun way for people to explore and learn about each of the Elements. Listening to music that expresses the energy of a particular Element can put you in touch with that Element within yourself.

Instructions for Taking Tongue Pictures

Examining the tongue is an important diagnostic technique in Chinese medicine. Taking a photo of your tongue and sending it to me is the simplest way for me to examine and evaluate your tongue in preparation for a treatment. Here are instructions for how to take good, clear tongue pictures.

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