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10 Common Myths About Acupuncture
Myth: Acupuncture is painful The needles used in acupuncture are solid (as opposed to hollow) which makes them as thin as a strand of hair or cat’s whiskers. Because of the thinness, some people can’t feel them on insertion. Once the needle is inserted there is no...

Does Medicare Pay for Acupuncture?
The short answer is a qualified yes, under two conditions: Medicare will only pay for acupuncture if it is performed by a medical doctor (MD) or a nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant that also has a master’s degree or higher in acupuncture or oriental...

How To Find The Right Acupuncturist
Acupuncture is the insertion of very thin sterile needles, for the purpose of treating pain, stress, and fertility among other health challenges. Today, there are several types of practitioners that “practice” acupuncture. They are: medical doctors, physical...

Two Types of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a type of central vision distortion caused by damage to the macular tissue located in the retina at the back of the eye. When central vision is functioning correctly, it is easy to read, drive and identify faces. When this...

Can Acupuncture Make a Difference in Fertility after the Age of 35?
There are many reasons woman wait to begin starting a family after the age of 35. Different life circumstances such as a focus on furthering a successful career, meeting the appropriate partner later in life or not feeling ready to become a parent are just a few of...

What Can Acupuncture Do for Insomnia?
While statistics are tough to come by, it’s estimated that 30% of the population in the United States copes with sleep disruption, and the primary culprit behind this is insomnia. If you’re struggling to get to sleep and stay asleep, you’ve likely tried a host of...

How Acupuncture Can Redefine How Menopause Feels
Ah, menopause — that time in your life when you say goodbye to your reproductive years and embark on a new journey. For some lucky women, this transition is a smooth one. For others, the sudden drop in hormones leads to years of hot flashes, night sweats, depression,...

Pregnancy Without Morning Sickness? It’s Possible With Acupuncture
It’s early in your pregnancy, and you start feeling nauseous. It might even be so bad that you have the urge to vomit several times a day. If this describes you or a loved one, know that you’re not alone. One out of every two pregnant women gets morning sickness. Your...

Forget the Drugs: Acupuncture Can Help You Manage Anxiety
40 million American adults suffer from an anxiety disorder and many take prescription medications to treat its symptoms. If you struggle with anxiety, wouldn’t it be great to know you can manage it naturally instead of depending on medications that could become...