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Acupuncture Today

Acupuncture Today

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Acupuncture Today is the only national publication serving licensed acupuncturists and doctors of traditional medicine. It is the most complete resource for news and product information in this profession for 20+ years. AT reaches 30,000+ doctors and students of acupuncture and traditional medicine through our print and online editions each month.
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Wellness is an everyday choice. Join Sheri Davidson, licensed acupuncturist, integrative health coach and co-host of the Health + Dwellness Podcast, in conversations and interviews to help you achieve a higher level of well-being and performance. Each episode will inspire, empower, motivate, and encourage you in the pursuit of wellness. You deserve it! If you are struggling with change, needing extra support, interested in a like-minded community, or have a wellness passion, come along for t ...
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Welcome to AcuPro, a show dedicated to making Chinese medicine & acupuncture easy to grasp and fun to learn. Hi, I’m your host Clara Cohen, I support practitioners & students like you in changing the world one patient at a time. My goal is to share my passion for TCM, and empower YOU to achieve superior patient care. I love to showcase the amazing benefits of Acupuncture, because after all Chinese medicine ROCKS! I created FREE Chinese medicine treatment protocols, Acupuncture case studies, ...
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The Acupuncture Outsider Podcast

Dr. Richard Hazel, Doctor of Acupuncture, Licensed Acupuncturist

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Sometimes doing what‘s best for the patient will go against dogma and tradition. And sometimes leaning more on science than on dogma will ruffle feathers and contradict the gurus and scholars of Traditional Acupuncture. That‘s OK! There‘s room for many styles and there are enough patients for all of us! I graduated at the top of my class with a Master‘s and a Doctorate in Traditional Chinese Acupuncture. I know the benefits of Traditional Acupuncture for many many conditions. But if you want ...
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VitalHealth4You

Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia Balija

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Welcome to VitalHealth4You, hosted by Dr. Holly Carling and Alicia Balija. This podcast is to teach you how to take back control of your health. We'll be teaching you the right questions to ask, in order to get down to the root cause of WHY you are having health challenges in the first place and what to do about it. Join us each week as Dr. Carling shares her in-depth knowledge, gained over 40 years in natural medicine, and tackles your most burning health questions. You'll hear her best and ...
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Zen for the Win

Derrick McCoy

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A licensed acupuncturist AND real dude teaching simple daily practices based in Chinese medicinal philosophy to help everyday people attain inner peace, and outer harmony and manifest the incredible life they desire
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My Metro Medicine Podcast

The My Metro Medicine Podcast

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Do you get Acupuncture or practice Tai Chi or Qigong like millions of other people? Then you've found a new home! This podcast brings you the latest information on alternative medicine and helps to fill in the gaps between other forms of medicine and self-care. Tune in regularly to learn new ways to bring these healing arts into your own life; hosted by Dr. Justin Flinner, Licensed & Board-Certified Acupuncturist and multiple-time U.S. National Martial Arts Champion!
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Relative Healers

Hannah and Heather Jefferson

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Welcome to the Relative Healers Podcast! We are Hannah (daughter/licensed acupuncturist) and Heather (mother/yoga and breath work teacher), and we are coming together on this show to speak to the dynamic relationship that mothers and daughters experience together. Through ups and downs in our relationship, as well as work done together and individually, we have been able to create deep familial healing. Our goal is to create a container for transformation that can spark inspiration and chang ...
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Fabulous and Free

Desiree de Lunae

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Fabulous and Free teaches how to free yourself from emotional baggage, increase your emotional intelligence, and live in alignment with your spirit. The host, Desiree de Lunae, is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and essential oil expert. She teaches mainly how to use essential oils to create massive energy shifts, to create flow in a person's life. This show also deeply touches on the importance of financial freedom. A freed spirit has the inspiration to create and serve, which then impr ...
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Join Dr. George Lamoureux and John Bonds from JingHerbs.com to explore the history, healing, and empowerment of Classic Chinese Medicine, herbs, and thought. Dr. George Lamoureux, the founder of Jing Herbs, holds a Doctorate in classical Chinese medicine, is a licensed acupuncturist and a certified Medical Qigong practitioner. Dr. George also completed programs of study at both the Shanghai and Chengdu hospitals of Traditional Chinese Medicine, People’s Republic of China. Jing Herbs was foun ...
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Health Currents Radio

Ellen Goldsmith

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Ellen Goldsmith is a nationally board certified, licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, educator, health and wellness consultant, and author of the book Nutritional Healing with Chinese Medicine: + 175 Recipes for Optimal Health. She is on faculty at the National University of Natural Medicine’s College of Classical Chinese Medicine, where she teaches graduate students in the study of Chinese Dietetics and its clinical application. She is also on faculty with the Academy of Integrativ ...
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Hello Friends! My name is Anna Frumkin and I am a holistic nutritionist & wellness coach in the San Francisco Bay Area.I teach busy men and women how to gain unstoppable energy and confidently achieve their ideal weight, so they can have a life outside of their business or office. The Nourish with Anna podcast is a lifestyle podcast where I will dive in and and talk about my outlook and attitude on topics such as whole food nutrition, mindset , spirituality, beauty wellness and MUCH more. My ...
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Send us a text Ever notice yourself stretching without thinking first thing in the morning, before bed, or during a midday slump? That spontaneous reach-and-sigh might be more than a reaction to stiffness. In this “Did You Know?” episode of the Wellness Inspired Podcast, Sheri Davidson, wellness coach and acupuncturist, unpacks the fascinating biol…
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Marketing your TCM practice isn’t about being salesy—it’s about educating people so they know how acupuncture can help them and where to find you. I’ve been following today’s guest for years—and yes, I take social media advice from her! Molly Cahill is a Holistic Health Marketing expert, and in this episode, she’s giving us a masterclass. If you li…
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Dizzy spells? It might not be “just vertigo.” In today’s episode, Dr. Holly Carling dives deep into the misunderstood world of dizziness, breaking down the difference between lightheadedness and vertigo—and the surprising role your inner ear (and even calcium crystals!) plays in balance. You’ll learn how to identify common types of vertigo, includi…
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One of the most requested topics in the AcuPro community? Real case studies! Today, we’re diving into a tricky case—focusing on a patient in his 30s with Tinnitus. If you’re not familiar, it's that persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears that just won’t go away. In this episode, I walk you through how I approach a case step-by-step: from assessin…
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Acupuncturists can significantly enhance their practice by incorporating effective Gua Sha treatment, a powerful modality for addressing myofascial issues, pain, limited motion, and overall well-being. The article highlights three key elements for success. First, always obtain informed consent. Explain Gua Sha's action and show patients what the te…
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The article details the American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) celebrating its 10th anniversary with a live in-person conference held April 26-27, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia. Attracting practitioners from across the U.S., Canada, and China, the event centered on the theme “Cultivating Our Future Together”, focusing on advancing the acupuncture …
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a debilitating condition marked by persistent fatigue and autonomic dysfunction. While conventional treatments focus on symptom relief, a recent randomized controlled trial explored how acupuncture and moxibustion could specifically modulate autonomic function. The study involved 210 participants, primarily those w…
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There's great news for acupuncturists billing Medicare and the VA: for 2025, there's been a substantial increase in the allowed rates for the initial acupuncture codes, 97810 and 97813. This significant change, described as roughly a 20% increase and the largest change to any code value for 2025, stems directly from increases in the Relative Value …
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Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip, a condition causing significant joint pain, is extensively treated in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Within TCM, OA falls under the category of bi syndromes. Unlike generic supplements like fish oil or glucosamine, Chinese patent herbal medicines offer a more "surgical precision" in treatment by addressing the s…
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Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure increasingly used by acupuncturists, involving tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries that stimulate collagen, elastin, cellular turnover, and blood circulation. This process improves fine lines, texture, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and acne scars. A critical aspect is that these micro-injuries cre…
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Fertility is presented not just as a goal for conception but as a vital sign of overall health and well-being. While women are born with a set number of eggs that naturally declines over time, starting from around 7 million before birth to about 300,000 by puberty, and declining more rapidly after age 35, various factors can accelerate this loss an…
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The article explores the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in enhancing acupuncture practice. AI can significantly aid acupuncturists by analyzing complex patient data, including electronic health records and genetic information, to improve diagnostic accuracy and identify subtle patterns not immediately apparent. This leads to mo…
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With cancer affecting a significant portion of the global population, conventional treatments often bring challenging side effects and aren't always fully effective, leading many patients to seek complementary therapies. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its herbal remedies are emerging as a valuable integrated approach. Research highlights se…
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Treating children of divorced parents presents unique challenges for acupuncturists, carrying significant liability risks. A core issue arises when one parent consents to care, but the other parent, who may share joint custody, demands treatment cease or access to records, having not been informed or consented. Assuming consent from a single parent…
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The article highlights the fascinating ways individuals integrate their previous careers and diverse skills into the practice of Asian medicine, enriching their diagnostic abilities and client interactions. Far from being discarded, prior experience becomes a valuable asset. Former engineers find it easy to grasp qi and structural issues. Those fro…
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For individuals grappling with Parkinson's Disease (PD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder causing debilitating motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness, conventional treatments often fall short of halting the disease's progression. However, exciting research highlights exercise as a powerful adjunct therapy. Specifically, the article delve…
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Breaking news for chronic spine pain patients and providers: the latest "Rapid Recommendation" from the BMJ strongly advises against several commonly used interventional procedures for chronic spine pain not caused by cancer or inflammatory conditions. An international expert panel, basing their guideline on systematic reviews of trials, concluded …
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Send us a text Wellness doesn't have to be overwhelming or all-consuming. In this solo episode, Sheri reflects on why curiosity is the most underrated tool in your wellness toolbox. Instead of chasing every trend or trying to do it “right,” what if you just followed your genuine interest? This bite-sized episode is a gentle nudge to ditch the press…
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I sat down with two TCM rock stars—a student and a new practitioner—and they brought the real questions about building a thriving practice. With over 20 years of practice and business experience, I shared honest, practical advice to help them (and you) feel more confident, focused, and inspired. If you're a student, recent grad, or growing your pra…
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Is your organic food really organic? Today’s episode unpacks the hidden truths behind organic labels—and why trusting them blindly could be a mistake. Dr. Holly Carling explains the regulatory loopholes, misleading marketing terms, and corporate influence that compromise the integrity of what we think are “safe” food choices. From produce and poult…
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It's important to know the progression of muscle fiber dysfunction to better understand how to treat and how long it may take to correct the problem. The analysis of current research provides substantial evidence supporting the progression of muscle fiber dysfunction as a significant contributor to musculoskeletal pain, aligning with the hypothesiz…
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Ever get stuck trying to figure out where a pathogen is hiding in the body? Whether it’s a stubborn cold or internal heat messing with your patient’s system, understanding how external pathogens progress is essential in TCM diagnosis. If it’s been a while since you reviewed the 6 Stages and the 4 Levels, this episode is your refresh. It will freshe…
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What if low testosterone wasn’t the root problem—but a symptom of something deeper? In today’s episode, Dr. Holly Carling shares a powerful patient story that reveals how hormone replacement therapy can mask deeper health issues. After a decade on synthetic testosterone, one man found real healing not through more meds—but by addressing the root ca…
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What if the key to healing women’s health lies in reconnecting with the yin and feminine energies? In this episode, I sit down with acupuncturist and feminine energy advocate Irene Sanchez-Celis to explore how embracing yin energy can transform our health, cycles, and sense of self. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why our yang-driven world has depleted y…
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Today, I’m breaking down one of the most essential (and often confusing!) foundations of Chinese medicine: Zang-Fu Organ Theory—and making it easy to understand. If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to figure out a diagnosis or second-guessed your treatment plan, it might be time to go back to the basics. In TCM, there’s no wrong treatment—only the wro…
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This fascinating article explores the powerful synergy between Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and modern Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) in modulating the intricate gut-brain axis. It highlights how TCM views organs like the spleen and stomach as central to postnatal qi and cognitive stability, the liver as governing qi dynamics and emotional ba…
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The 2024 NCCAOM Job Analysis, as highlighted in Acupuncture Today, provides compelling insights into the evolving landscape of acupuncture and herbal medicine practice. A significant majority of practitioners receive patient referrals from physicians (65%), chiropractors (53%), and massage therapists (53%), underscoring a growing recognition of acu…
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Discover the potential of acupuncture for hip osteoarthritis (OA)! This common condition, often seen in people aged 50-70, causes pain that can radiate into the groin or lower back, typically worsened by activity and relieved by rest. The good news is that acupuncture can be extremely effective not only in reducing pain but also potentially prevent…
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"The Wood Element and the Pelvis" by Krystal Lynn Couture explores the intricate relationship between the wood element in Chinese medicine and the pelvis, highlighting the essential balance between strength and flexibility for optimal posture and function. The article draws parallels between the wood phase and the energetic burgeoning of spring, sy…
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Discover the power of skull palpation, a unique acupuncture technique developed by Dr. Clayton Shiu over 20 years of treating stroke and neurological patients. This method, technically scalp palpation but distinct from scalp acupuncture, allows for the rapid assessment of neurological conditions by identifying specific skull patterns correlated wit…
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Recent research has illuminated how acupuncture alleviates knee osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms by targeting key pain and inflammation pathways. A study involving rabbits with induced knee OA revealed that daily 20-minute acupuncture sessions at specific acupoints, including Neixiyan, Dubi, Xuehai, Zusanli, Hegu, and Yanglingquan, over 28 days signifi…
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Clinicians may face a significant ethical dilemma: whether to plateau and profit by continuing treatment for a patient whose clinical progress has stalled, or to release and replace that patient. This situation becomes complex because the "devil is in the details" of the medical business. Factors such as the financial health of the practice, insure…
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George Washington University (GWU) Division 1 student athletes have gained access to acupuncture through an exciting new partnership with the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (VUIM). This wellness initiative, launched in April, offers GWU athletes a safe and non-invasive approach to managing pain, accelerating injury recovery, enhancing …
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Emerging as an unconventional yet intriguing approach to the persistent challenges of Long COVID, low-dose nicotine patches are being explored as a potential integrative treatment. The rationale lies in nicotine's ability to compete with SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins at receptor sites, potentially restoring homeostasis. Furthermore, nicotine acts as an…
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High-impact athletes are increasingly turning to acupuncture to gain a competitive edge and maintain peak physical condition. This ancient practice offers a multifaceted approach to athletic well-being, enhancing performance by boosting explosive force and speed through increased carnitine and ATP production. Acupuncture also positively impacts the…
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Send us a text We often talk about growth as forward motion, but what if the real breakthrough comes when we slow down? In this episode, I reflect on my recent wellness river cruise and how choosing stillness helped me reset mentally, emotionally, and physically. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why momentum can become its own kind of stress How i…
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What if soy wasn’t the health food we were told it was? In today’s episode, Dr. Carling breaks down the real story behind soy—where the myths came from, why processed soy products can be harmful, and how big agriculture shaped public perception for profit. She also explains the difference between traditional fermented soy and the highly processed s…
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What’s lurking at the bottom of your Lake of Fear? In Chinese medicine, we know fear is deeply connected to the Kidneys, the Bladder, and our very foundation—our root. Today’s guest is Dr. Randal Lyons, also known as The Sober Shaman—an acupuncturist and shamanic practitioner who specializes in addiction recovery. This episode takes the AcuPro Show…
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In Chinese medicine, we know sleep has a significant impact on the body—especially the TCM Heart. But how do we accurately differentiate symptoms for the right diagnosis? By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea of the right questions to ask your patients, helping you pinpoint diagnosis with confidence. You'll learn: The key functions…
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Let’s talk about the one thing we probably learned the least in acupuncture and Chinese medicine school: Qi Gong. I’ll be honest—I didn’t love it at first. While I was totally into Tai Chi, Qi Gong felt slow and boring by comparison. But something shifted, and over time, I truly fell in love with it. Today, I’m joined by Britta Stalling, who shares…
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What if constipation, hemorrhoids, and anal fissures weren’t just uncomfortable, but a sign your whole digestive system needs support? In today’s episode, Dr. Holly Carling breaks down the real root causes of these common rectal issues, how lifestyle and nutrition contribute, and what you can do to heal from the inside out without relying on surger…
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Let's talk about one of my favourite topics: gynecology! It's no secret that it's a complex system, but through a TCM lens, we can better understand and support our female patients. In this episode, I discuss everything from women's physiology to menstrual health—and share key insights to help you help your female patients achieve balance and optim…
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I have something a little different for you today! My guest is an Ayurvedic Master—at least, that’s what I’m calling her. Dr. Shivani Gupta not only holds a master’s in Ayurvedic science but also earned a PhD focused entirely on turmeric; YES, on turmeric! In this episode, we discuss the fascinating connections between Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine…
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Discover the fascinating connection between your gut and brain! The gut-brain axis (GBA) is a critical bidirectional communication network linking the gastrointestinal and central nervous systems. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long understood this profound relationship through concepts like Zang-Fu organ theory. However, modern research is…
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The NCCAOM 2024 Job Analysis offers a comprehensive snapshot of the acupuncture and herbal medicine profession, revealing key insights into practitioner and patient demographics. Notably, nearly half of practitioners work in suburban settings, while urban areas also host a significant portion. Interestingly, part-time practice has increased, now re…
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Bowed legs, a condition often naturally correcting in toddlers, can persist into adulthood due to early walking. This tibial varum creates increased compressive forces on the medial knee joint, inhibiting growth and worsening the bowing. Over time, this amplified pressure significantly accelerates the development of medial knee osteoarthritis. Even…
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This article from Acupuncture Today explores a new mechanistic insight into how electroacupuncture (EA) may benefit Parkinson's disease (PD). While conventional PD treatments focus on dopamine, this research highlights EA's potential as an adjunctive therapy by demonstrating improvements in motor function in a PD rat model independent of dopamine r…
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Discover a powerful, integrative approach to tackling complex TMJ disorders using advanced acupuncture techniques. This article delves into how combining scalp acupuncture, which targets brain areas for facial movement and pain reduction, with facial motor-point therapy to rebalance overactive jaw muscles like the masseter and temporalis, offers im…
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