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Information and education on acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment with Acupuncture
Are you experiencing tingling or numbness in your fingers that wakes you at night? Pain radiating from your wrist to your forearm bothering you at work? You are not alone
Acupuncture and Menopause: Natural Relief for Hot Flashes
The discomfort caused by hormonal shifts has led to a growing interest in **acupuncture for menopausal hot flashes**. These sudden surges of heat, often accompanied by sweating and unease, affect up t
Acupuncture for Anxiety: Evidence-Based Relief and Natural Balance
Acupuncture for anxiety is garnering increasing interest among both patients and healthcare professionals. It offers a natural, minimally invasive, and generally well-tolerated option for reducing anx
Acupuncture et ménopause : soulager les bouffées de chaleur naturellement
Les désagréments que peuvent engendrer les changements hormonaux suscitent un intérêt croissant chez les femmes à la recherche d'une solution en acupuncture pour les bouffées de chaleur de la ménopaus
Acupuncture et anxiété : efficacité et données probantes
L'acupuncture pour l'anxiété suscite de plus en plus d'intérêt, autant chez les patient·e·s que chez les professionnel·le·s de la santé. Elle offre une option naturelle, peu invasive et généralement b
Acupuncture and Migraine
**Summary: acupuncture and migraine: an effective treatment to reduce migraine frequency by approximately 1.75 days per month - a clinically significant improvement that transforms qua
Acupuncture and Herniated Disc: Treatment and Expected Results
Herniated disc is a common condition, especially among adults aged 30 to 50 years. It often results from progressive degeneration of intervertebral discs or trauma. In Canada, approximately 1% to 2% of the population suffers from symptomatic herniated disc at some point in their lives.
Sciatica and Acupuncture
To begin, let us define sciatica. Sciatica, also called sciatic nerve pain, sciatica, and various other terms, is pain radiating along the sciatic nerve. It is often caused by a herniated disc or spinal stenosis.
Frozen Shoulder and Acupuncture
First, frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, (*frozen shoulder*) is a musculoskeletal condition. This affects 2 to 5% of the adult population in Canada. Furthermore, especially
Acupuncture and Ocular Conditions
It is possible to treat degenerative eye diseases and other serious ocular conditions using an integrative approach combining Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with the evaluation and treatment methods used by ophthalmologists, optometrists, and general practitioners.
Acupuncture and Overactive Bladder
Since approximately 1 in 5 people over 35 years old in Canada are affected by overactive bladder, acupuncture and overactive bladder is an important topic for acupuncturists to address. A surv
Acupuncture and Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis affects more than 10% of Canadians aged 15 years and older. ([2](http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/cd-mc/arthritis-arthrite/lwaic-vaaac-10/index-eng.php)) ([3](http://www.arthritisalliance.ca/i
GLOW-UP Ready-to-Eat
In a work written 2,200 years ago, (*Huangdi Nei Jing* - The Yellow Emperor's Inner Classic -) one can read:
Acupuncture and Epicondylitis
Acupuncture and plantar fasciitis
**Athletes involved in activities where running and jumping are expected can become potential candidates for plantar fasciitis**
Acupuncture et fasciite plantaire
La fasciite plantaire est une cause courante de douleur au talon, ou encore de douleur dans la plante du pied. L'acupuncture, ainsi que l'acupuncture laser, ont été démontrées efficaces dans le traite
ACUPUNCTURE AND IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME
Before we dive into why acupuncture and irritable bowel syndrome go together, let's take a look at what is actually IBS. IBS is considered a chronic, functional disorder of the gastrointestinal system
Following an Injury...Who Should I Consult?
*Following an injury, I wonder as an acupuncturist, at what stages of pain and inflammation can the osteopath intervene?*
⚔️ The Practice of Acupuncture - Moxibustion 针灸
Here are the Chinese characters for what we refer to when we speak of 'acupuncture'
Artemisia: The Apothecary Across Borders
In 2015, the [Nobel](https://www.lepoint.fr/monde/nobel-de-medecine-une-percee-pour-la-laureate-chinoise-tu-youyou-06-10-2015-1971057_24.php) Prize is awarded to Tu Youyou, whose research in the fight against malaria was crowned with success
Acupuncture and The Pharmacist
On December 13, 2019, a new episode on acupuncture was released in the series The Adventures of The Pharmacist. First, I would like to thank Mr. Bernard for offering this opportunity to bring the discussion about acupuncture to the forefront
ACUPUNCTURE IN THE TREATMENT OF ADHD
Acupuncture represents an effective integrative therapy in the treatment of ADHD. Physical activity and cognitive therapy are also worth considering.
TDAH & ACUPUNCTURE
L'acupuncture représente une thérapie intégrative efficace dans le traitement du TDAH. L'activité physique ainsi que la thérapie comportementale méritent également d'être considérées.
️St. John's Wort, Hypericum Perforatum, Three Names for a Plant with Countless Virtues
St. John's wort, used as a mother tincture or herbal infusion, is a traditional remedy in the treatment of depression. The beautiful flowers of the plant are harvested around the summer solstice, which is the origin of one of its names—St. John's herb—
Acupuncture and Sports Performance
**Introduction: **Acupuncture originates from ancient Asian practices. A safe, effective, cost-effective, integrative approach, evidence based acupuncture is exciting for the future of sports medicine
Anti-aging Foods
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Acupuncture: A Solution to the Opioid Crisis?
Opioids are analgesic medications: that is, they are used in the treatment of pain. Their use is not without risk. What is the opioid crisis? Could there be a simple solution to the complex problem of the opioid crisis?
Acupuncture and Fertility: Misinformation About Acupuncture
Several sensationalist articles have recently been published about acupuncture to report the results of a clinical trial that evaluated the effectiveness of acupuncture in fertility
Acupuncture for Allergies
It's not longer a secret that people resort to acupuncture for allergies . Allergic
Acupuncture et performance sportive
Akimoto T et al. [(1)](https://insights.ovid.com/pubmed?pmid=12900681) soulignait déjà en 2003 que l’acupuncture et la performance sportive était une association naturelle depuis longtemps pour les at
Mechanisms of Anti-inflammatory Acupuncture
**The interest of anti-inflammatory acupuncture treatment lies in the fact that inflammation appears to play a role in the mechanics and maintenance of many common diseases.**
Acupuncture LASER
Did you know that the theory behind laser was developed by Albert Einstein as early as 1916! It was only more than 50 years later that the therapeutic effects of laser were discovered by Hungarian physicist and surgeon Endre Mester. By accidentally discovering that laser can assist in hair regrowth in mice, a new light therapy was born: photostimulation, also known as photomodulation.
Zucchini Cake
Zucchinis, yin in nature, have a sweet and refreshing flavor. They address the center and clear heat and nourish the center.
Common clinical applications of acupuncture treatments
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How does acupuncture work?
[The results](http://laclinique.net/quest-ce-que-lacupuncture/re9sultats-cliniques-en-acupuncture/) of acupuncture treatments are increasingly being documented, analyzed and applied in various settings, including hospital intervention units and multidisciplinary teams.
Positive Suggestions
After 15 years of working in a helping relationship, I increasingly realize how important it is to stimulate the patient's strengths and positive elements. Positive suggestions are powerful
Les dragons komodo aussi bénéficient de l'acupuncture
L'acupuncture apporte des solutions sur mesure pour petit(e)s et grand(e)s, poilu(e)s et pointu(e)s. Il n'est d'aucune façon nécessaire d'y croire pour obtenir de meilleurs résultats. D'ailleurs plusi
The long history of acupuncture; the story of a surprising excerpt.
One might believe that the history of acupuncture unfolds only in Asia. This is quite the opposite according to certain paleontological evidence. Other forms of life on Earth have the ability to co
Quantum Physics and Acupuncture
How do quantum physics and acupuncture connect? Through the immense potential granted by both paradigms to the power of emptiness. Interesting fact: acupuncture points demonstrate a decrease in electrical skin resistance at their traditional localizations in comparison with nearby anatomical zones.
Acupuncture? How Much Will It Cost Me?
 *Qi Gong and Acupuncture*
Ear Acupressure: Let's Relax
Demonstration by Olivier Roy, acupuncturist, of treatment by acupressure of auriculotherapy reflex points. Like the foot in reflexology, the ear is a complete reflex system, giving access to different zones of the body, internal organs and organic functions.
Acupressure for a Good Night's Sleep
Acupressure for stress
Discreet Acupressure Technique to Relax in the Heat of Action
Demonstration by Olivier Roy, acupuncturist, of acupressure treatment on the point of 'the Inner Gate', Neiguan (PC 6).
Pain and Acupuncture
Your acupuncturist will be able to help you determine how many treatments will be necessary and whether or not it will be necessary to undertake specific measures in conjunction with acupuncture sessions
Acupuncture et Allergies: Trois très bonnes raisons
La rhinite allergique: près de 74 millions de personnes en souffriraient en Amérique du Nord! ([1](https://youtu.be/f4IdCCFVGiI)) ([17](http://www.allergyfoundation.ca/)) Ça en fait du monde! Voici en
Acupuncture and Insomnia
Are you familiar with these fascinating applications that allow you to determine, by analyzing the movements and breathing of the sleeping person, the duration of sleep phases? (slow, paradoxical, intermediate)...
Depression and Acupuncture
An acupuncture consultation allows for a precise evaluation of mood imbalance according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, which permits customized, natural treatment without habituation or harmful side effects
Seasonal Tune-Up in Acupuncture
5th season blues? Chinese medicine attributes the end of summer to the 5th season. Leading to the fall equinox, it is a great time to do acupuncture tune ups to modulate
Stress and Acupuncture: The Solution That Relaxes
Smoking and Acupuncture: Quit Today
Acupuncture has helped many people with tobacco cessation and other substance dependencies.
Acupuncture and Seasonal Depression
Acupuncture Against Colds and Flu
In addition to an examination of acupuncture against colds and flu, here are some very useful recommendations, written during the media frenzy of the A flu. Indeed, swine flu, or H1N1, was among us in 2009.
What is Acupuncture?
Points are selected following an energetic assessment of the patient, based on a comprehensive evaluation that goes beyond the limits of a simple medical history. This is how each treatment program is structured to match the patient and their unique clinical profile
Pregnancy, Birth and Acupuncture
Monthly tune-ups are an effective preventive measure and an excellent way to contribute to the well-being of the mother and her growing child. It is then also possible to
Health Weight Challenge and Acupuncture
More than 400,000 Quebecers suffer from morbid obesity, which can lead to serious health problems, often fatal. People suffering from morbid obesity see their quality of life and its
Clinical Results in Acupuncture
It is interesting to note that prognoses could be influenced, according to Eastern etiology, by several elements: the stage of evolution of the imbalance, the therapist's skill, the patient's i
The Power of Change and the Strategy of Acupuncture
Let's see how the strategy of acupuncture can assist you. In life there are roughly as many good moments as difficult moments, as long as one remains under the influence of the consequences
The Protective Vital Energy
Benefit from acupuncture to strengthen the protective vital energy and prevent immune disorders: pollen allergies, mold and other discomforts of the mild and warm seasons
Acupuncture for Children
Numerous international studies have demonstrated that it is an effective approach for treating neonatal jaundice and that children can be treated with rapid results for
Acupuncture: Is It Painful?
Single-use needles are used to stimulate acupuncture points. These points are anatomical sites with certain common characteristics. Notably, the sites in question present lower electrical resistance
Indifference as Disease
Find the courage to ask what you really want and express yourself freely. Be at peace with the words that come from your heart. If others take your words personally, they probably recognize an aspect of themselves—some part of themselves that they haven't accepted.
Acupressure of the Meridians: Practical Workshops
8h Yoga exercises to open and circulate the meridians
Aesthetic Acupuncture
 *Aesthetic acupuncture, David Duchovny*