Acupuncture for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Acupuncture has been a godsend in my struggle with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) over the last 5 years. July 2014, I had my bags packed and was ready for a year long adventure in Europe. I was studying for two semesters as part of my graduate work at universities in both Germany and France. I lovingly said my last goodbyes to my...
Acupuncture and Self-Cultivating Activities for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Do you feel blue or down in the dumps during the long winter months and in need of relief? If so or you know someone who does, I invite you to read this blog to learn more about alternative treatments that can help provide relief. What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is known to be a type of...
Electric Acupuncture and Its Benefits
Electric acupuncture (or EA) often seems intimidating or scary to patients when they see it for the first time, but it is completely safe and has tremendous benefits that enhances the effects of your acupuncture treatment. What Is Electric Acupuncture? The acupuncturist will attach small clips to the shaft of the needle and then...
Benefits of Acupuncture During Pregnancy
Patients often ask if I received acupuncture while pregnant with my daughter. You bet I did! I wholeheartedly recommend getting acupuncture throughout pregnancy. It is safe and benefits both mom and baby. (Make sure you see a licensed acupuncturist with appropriate training though -- in New York State, licensed acupuncturists are...