Do your patients struggle with symptoms like a foggy head, heavy limbs, bloating, loose stools, or that sticky feeling that just won’t go away? Chances are, you’re dealing with dampness or phlegm. These patterns show up constantly in clinic, yet they’re often underestimated because the symptoms can feel vague, chronic, or hard to pin down. Today, I [...]
High blood pressure is something we see all the time in clinic. It shows up on intake forms, medication lists, and casual comments like, “Oh yeah, my doctor says it’s a bit high.” And yet, despite how common it is, hypertension is still widely misunderstood—both by patients and, honestly, sometimes even by practitioners. With over 1.3 billion [...]
Today, I’m excited to take you inside a real case from my clinic! We’re discussing the case of a 29-year-old female patient struggling with PMS and tension headaches—a combination we see all too often in practice. In this video, I’ll guide you through my step-by-step diagnosis process, how I built the treatment plan, and what results [...]
Did you know that constipation accounts for over 2.5 million doctor visits every year in North America? It’s one of the most common complaints we hear in clinic. When we ask about bowel habits during consultations, many patients confess they struggle with constipation—even if they didn’t mention it as their chief concern. The truth is, constipation can [...]
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 [...]
