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    that many people deal with. Many turn to pills, and potions to help them fight back. What these people may not realize is that we can help. We are Golden Acupuncture Clinic in Port Hueneme, CA. We provide treatment for many different conditions, and issues. Weight loss acupuncture is just one. Even though there is much evidence that acupuncture works, people are still sometimes reluctant to give it a try. While it may be difficult to believe, the needles truly do not hurt. They are so thin and sharp

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    infertility issues, acupuncture can work a range of wonders. Curious about the health benefits of turning yourself into a human pincushion? North Star Chiropractic Wellness Center in Anchorage, AK, offers expert information on how this ancient Chinese healing technique can help you. This family chiropractic clinic aims to improve the health of Alaskans of all ages and can treat a variety of ailments, from spinal misalignment to herniated discs and more. Read on to find out how acupuncture can help you

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    Unlike Western medicine, acupuncture is based on the ancient beliefs of China rather than modern scientific research. Although its roots are ancient, acupunctural treatments are proven to resolve pains and symptoms, perhaps even better than the use of modern Western treatments. KEEPING

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    research supporting acupuncture as an effective method to treat negative symptoms of menopause in postmenopausal women (Befus et al., 2018, Chien, Hsu, Liu, & Fang, 2017, Baccetti et al., 2014), it seems likely that a bias toward traditional western medicine is a logical explanation for the absence of acupuncture in treatment planning for women in the United States. Based on the current literature and the relative absence of risks and negative side effects associated with acupuncture, I do believe acupuncture

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    Auricular Acupuncture for drug addiction Acupuncture has been around for many centuries. As you may or may not be familiar with, acupuncture is one of the four fundamental pillars of Chinese medicine. This therapy believes in the overall human being wellness. By the stimulating different points on the body, acupuncture restores the flow of vital energy. It is an ancient Chinese belief that energy–chi in Chinese- is the responsibility of human balance. When this energy is unbalanced is when disorders

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    Acupuncture Intro 1.Current state/national regulations (licensing/certification issues). Acupuncture, in comparison with other complementary and alternative medicine modalities, is presently well regulated in the United States. After a surge in popularity in the 1970’s, its expansion has led to an increase in acceptance into mainstream medicine, such as hospitals, cancer centers, even gaining some insurance coverage (Brett, Brimhall, Healey, Pfeifer, & Prenguber, 2013). According to the National

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    Samantha McCarren Dr. Stephanie Berger Herbal treatments and acupuncture are examples of alternative medicines that individuals use to take control of their own health. Herbal treatments are most commonly used as dietary supplements. These dietary supplements such as tablets, capsules, and extracts are sold in local pharmacies. Acupuncture is a type of alternative medicine that originated in China and is used as a method of healing. Acupuncture is used to cure a variety of different illnesses such as

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    1. Acupuncture: An extraordinary therapeutic method over two millennia old Acupuncture treats diseases by the insertion of fine needles into the body. In July of 1971, Dr. Henry A. Kissinger made a secret trip to China to prepare for President Nixon's historical visit. Among his entourage was James Reston, a journalist from the New York Times. While in China, Reston suffered an attack of acute appendicitis and underwent an appendectomy at the Beijing Union Medical College, established by the Rockefeller

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    The weaknesses of acupuncture are very few, as mentioned earlier. The main issue would be trypanophobia, which is the fear of needles, and that would obviously hamper treatment as it would cause more stress being treated with needles, and then having to sit there for 15 minutes. Another weakness would be how untested acupuncture is. The study by Kim (2012) showed a that acupuncture does help with the alleviation of acne, and in the study they cited a few other studies that had similar conclusions

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    well-being. Certainly, Acupuncture in San Francisco along with Chinese Medicine in San Francisco is on the rise because of that fact. We firmly believe that acupuncture and Chinese medicine are perfect remedies for today's busy professional to the soccer mom that is at home working and raising kids. It is a natural way to heal the body, mind, and spirit. The fact is that millions are raving about tis ancient treatment that remains very popular even in these modern times. What Is Acupuncture Perhaps, you are

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