How do we choose the acupuncture points for acute injuries, such as ankle sprains and wrist strains? The Chinese medicine diagnosis is simple: - Stabbing pain (Blood stasis) - Swelling (dampness) - Hot to the touch (Heat) 🤕 The treatment for sprains and strains should always address the TCM pattern of diagnosis and the acupuncture treatment should [...]
I love micro systems! The entire body health reflecting on the foot, hand, belly, ear, eyes, or the teeth! Each tooth in the mouth reflects the health of our organ systems and vice versa. If a root canal is done or a tooth is extracted, it will affect the corresponding area 😔 Teeth in Chinese medicine are [...]
This is how I explain Kidney Essence (Jing) to patients. I was born 10 weeks premature with asthma and scoliosis. I was also bald until I was 2 years old and didn’t walk until I was 19th months old. In a nutshell, I was not blessed with great Kidney Essence, that’s for sure! So I have to [...]
These 3 little short videos are meant for acupuncture students and practitioners who need a little inspiration, motivation, and love. They are not necessarily about Chinese medicine. I truly hope they resonate with you and bring you peace and joy 😍 Sending you a big virtual hug 💜 Clara TCM Geek PS: Want more student support? Check [...]
Why is it important to understand the 5 Seasons changes, the 24 hours health clock and the 7 years life cycles according to Chinese Medicine? Because, it is extremely useful in clinical practice! These circadian cycles follow nature, which help give us clues of imbalance. It also helps us educate our patients when we are discussing disease [...]
Why is it important to understand the meridian layers of all acupuncture meridians? Because they truly help us choose the right acupuncture points for each patients. The more we know about the 12 main meridians and the 8 extra vessels pathways, the divergents, the collaterals, the muscular regions, and the dermatomes, the easier it is to diagnose [...]
