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The Five Elements ("Wu Xing")

Five element or 5 Phase Theory is a framework for understanding relationships in the natural world, and within human health. In Chinese medicine, it supplements other diagnostic theories and tools.
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What Are Meridians?

The meridian system is a network of channels that carry qi and blood throughout the body. They also contain access points that are used to regulate yin and yang with a needle, known as acupuncture.
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Qi & Blood: the Fabric of the Body

Qi is likened to an energy that circulates throughout the body. Along with Blood, the flow of qi is critical to good health and longevity
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Yin & Yang: What Does this Symbol Mean?

The Taijitu, or Yin-Yang symbol, is an ancient emblem that explains the ebb and flow of the natural world.
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Overindulging During Holiday Season

Overeating is bad for digestion and has long-term consequences in both western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine.
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Understanding Addiction Through the Lens of Chinese Medicine

September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month; how many people are affected by this disease and what is the Chinese Medicine view of how this happens?
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Addictions & the Pandemic

The pandemic has lead to an increase in addictive behavior, including binge drinking, stimulant and opioid use among other behaviors. Help and support is out there, and acupuncture can facilitate recovery.
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Vaccine News

The article discusses the new Covid-19 vaccines available and discusses how to get an appointment, who is eligible, as well as the author's firsthand experience receiving dose #1.
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Self-Care in Pandemic Winter Months

Self-care has never been more important than right now, during a global pandemic with winter at hand. Here's how to consider taking better care of yourself, for your own good.
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Pandemic Jaw Pain

The pandemic has caused stress and less than optimal ergonomics for those working from home. This all may lead to teeth clenching and grinding which causes a myriad of chronic problems. Acupuncture can help!
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Re-Opening Update

An update on how things are going with PeacefulHealingAcupuncture since the re-opening during the pandemic- what I'm treating, changes in procedure and so on...
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Ergonomics and Working from Home

The stay-at-home order due the new coronoavirus has brought about long term changes in the way we work. Many people have been working from home and will continue indefinitely. Poor ergonomics in home offices may cause new aches and pains which, if not addressed, might become bigger problems that affect efficient work, quality of life, and overall health.
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