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Moxibustion is a traditional therapy rooted in East Asian medicine that involves the application of heat to specific points on the body using moxa, a dried form of the herb Artemisia argyi (commonly known as mugwort). The goal is simple but powerful: warm the body, stimulate circulation, and support the natural flow of energy, often referred to as qi, to promote healing and overall well-being. continue reading
For many chronic health issues, everyday exposures matter most. Food isn’t only fuel. It’s raw material, signaling molecules, and a daily set of “instructions” your body reads repeatedly.
The idea of food as medicine isn’t new. It shows up in traditional healing systems, in public health, and increasingly in modern clinical research. The most useful way to think about it today is practical and evidence-based:
It won’t replace necessary medications or procedures. But in many cases, it can meaningfully shift the trajectory of health and sometimes quickly. continue reading
Do any of these scenarios sound like your life: a stubborn knot between the shoulder blades, a low-back flare that keeps returning, or a neck that feels “stuck” after long hours at a desk? Acupuncture needles can calm the nervous system and change pain signaling and cupping can mechanically decompress tight tissue and improve local circulation. Used together thoughtfully and safely they’re often paired to help pain move from “sharp and guarded” to “dull and workable,” and then to “resolved or manageable.” continue reading
The clinic was quiet except for the soft hum of a small device on the treatment table. A runner lay comfortably, acupuncture needles placed along her calf and lower back to address chronic pain that kept her from her regular running routine.
Because of the chronic and nagging injury, she turned to acupuncture to find healing. But it wasn’t quite what she expected. Rather than simply resting with the needles inserted, the practitioner gently attached thin leads to several of the needles and turned on a device that sent a gentle electrical current through them. A subtle pulsing sensation began, almost like tiny waves moving through her muscles. Within minutes, she felt her body responding, warming, releasing.
This therapy was electroacupuncture, a technique blending the longstanding principles of traditional acupuncture with modern electrical stimulation. continue reading
Many healing journeys begin in unexpected places. For some, recovery starts not in the muscles of the back or the ligaments of a knee, but in the quiet landscape of the scalp, an area often overlooked except for styling, washing, and the occasional headache. Yet, for many people seeking relief from neurological, physical, and emotional challenges, scalp acupuncture is becoming a compelling bridge to healing. continue reading
I recently had the pleasure of visiting AcuBalance for a series of acupuncture sessions, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was calming and welcoming, which immediately put me at ease.
Emma was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to understand my specific needs and concerns, particularly my sciatic/ lower back pain. The sessions themselves were both relaxing and rejuvenating. I noticed a significant reduction in my chronic sciatic
I started coming to Emma 7 months ago to address my neck and back pain. During our initial visit, I was interviewed thoroughly regarding my symptoms, concerns, eating and sleeping habits, stress level, activity level, etc. Emma determined I was suffering from worry, anxiety, stress and some depression which she immediately went to work on first through placing needles and recommending some herbs. She has helped me so much to get past my troubles and now been whittling away at
... Read more »I suffer from Essential Tremor disorder which is a neurological condition that causes my hands to shake. The cause is not known, but it is often passed down genetically and can progressively worsen. There is no cure. I read an article that acupuncture is being researched as an aid in helping individuals have better control with the strength & control of their hands. I’ve been going to Emma several months and have seen progress with handwriting and even holding a
... Read more »I have been working with Emma for about 6 months on curing a very large and unsightly cyst on the side and under my big toe, caused by pressure on the foot from my shoes and dancing. The foot doctor advised surgery, but there can be serious risks and/or side effects associated with this type of treatment and the cyst can return. The electro-therapy is slowly but surely reducing the cyst and I expect it to disappear completely. There are
... Read more »I have had sciatic pain now for over three years. I have had every imaginable treatment, including cortisone injections. None have worked. I started seeing Dr. Emma six weeks ago, and it is the first time I have been pain free in a long time. She is a God sent!
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