Seizures occur when nerve cells in the brain are overstimulated and brain cells start firing abnormally. Seizures can manifest differently from person to person. However, seizures often involve parts of the body shaking. When someone has a petite mal seizure, they remain conscious, although they may stare off and have no memory of the incident. People lose… Read more »

Have you ever had pain in your jaw or the surrounding areas of your head? You might have TMJ, a medical term that refers to the temporomandibular joint. The temporomandibular joint connects the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull’s temporal bone, which is on both sides of the skull. This joint functions like a hing (think of a door frame or… Read more »

Have you ever been in an acupuncture clinic and caught a whiff of smoke? Don’t worry. The clinic isn’t on fire, and no one’s smoking a doobie. The smell of smoke comes from a burning moxa stick, which is made from tightly rolled layers of the Chinese herb mugwort. Moxa sticks are intended to promote healing by… Read more »

A recent news story from Colorado really warmed my heart. A dog named Ernie was rescued by the Colorado Animal Rescue. Ernie was paralyzed when he arrived at CAR. Thanks to acupuncture treatment, he has regained the use of his legs. He can chase a ball again, and he even goes motorcycle riding with his adoptive mother… Read more »

Pregnancy is a beautiful thing. Bringing another life into the universe is a very powerful event. That being said, pregnancy is also challenging because of all the changes that our bodies experience during the process. Some of the most common side effects of pregnancy are nausea, back pain, and fatigue. Fortunately, acupuncture can help treat these symptoms,… Read more »