I have been asked by many of you to create a video on the 8 extraordinary vessels and how we can use them in clinical practice. Admittedly, in my TCM schooling days, we barely brushed over them. Apart from learning the REN & DU points, I had no idea how to utilize them to treat patients. Over [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
So many of my patients are experiencing chronic fatigue, adrenal fatigue and COVID fatigue. This is becoming the norm unfortunately. So in this YouTube Live (replay), I look at the TCM tools to help patients gain their energy back! ?? We talked about acupuncture points, Chinese herbal formulas and food to help restore low energy. I truly [...]
