Frozen shoulder is one of the most common—and most frustrating!—conditions I see in women going through menopause. It starts innocently enough: a bit of tightness reaching behind the back or brushing the hair… and suddenly, the shoulder feels locked, painful, and unresponsive to stretching. But here’s the thing most people (and even some practitioners) miss:👉 It’s not [...]
Menopause is one of the most profound transitions in a woman’s life. Yet for many, it’s marked by confusion, stigma, and symptoms that feel overwhelming. As acupuncturists and TCM students, we have the tools to help women move through this stage with balance, confidence, and vitality. That’s why I created The Complete TCM Treatments for Menopause (and [...]
Some things in life just belong together—like baguette and cheese, or peanut butter and jam, so do the Back Shu and Front Mu acupuncture points. In Chinese Medicine, this is a dynamic duo you’ll want to master. In today’s video, we’ll explore why these points are such a powerful pair, and how you can use them to [...]
Today, let's explore 23 essential acupuncture points every student should know. If you've been following me for a while, you probably know that Stomach 40 is my favourite acupuncture point (YES, I do have a favourite - don't you?) It’s a staple in my treatments. But many students and new graduates tend to get confused about [...]
Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most powerful yet often overlooked aspects of acupuncture: extra acupuncture points. If you’re like me, you probably use Yin Tang all the time—it’s a staple in my treatments. But many students and new graduates tend to overlook the incredible potential of extra points, possibly because they don’t get [...]
As acupuncture students and practitioners, we know that emotions are not abstract—they live in the body and affect the movement of Qi and Blood. Among all emotions, anger is one of the most clinically common, yet it’s often misunderstood. Globally, 22% of adults report feeling angry most of the time, and studies show 65% of office [...]
