Today, in New Jersey, the chiros managed to get their bill passed through the assembly committee. This is the bill that would allow them to practice acupuncture with the same abbreviated entry that MDs can (among any other things). The massage therapists also got a licensing bill passed through … [Read more...]
The Fine Art of Traditional Acupuncture
November 18, 2007 By Leave a Comment
This was my favorite quote from Elisa Rossi‚Äôs workshop yesterday. What more can I say? Lingshu, ch.9 ‚ÄúWhen he needles, the doctor has to be in a state of deep calm, has to come and go only together with the shen, act as though he has doors and windows shut, hun and po are not dispersed, yi and … [Read more...]
The Fundamentals of Traditional Acupuncture Practice Management
November 17, 2007 By Leave a Comment
An email to my colleague, Andy Rosenfarb from New Jersey. G'Day Andy, … [Read more...]
Apprehensive newbie patient reports on 2nd acupuncture treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome
November 16, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Dear Alan: Thank you for your e-mail. Actually,on Monday, my acupuncture practitioner said something that was really important and relevant for both you and I. She was asking me how long I was having symptoms, and it turned I was having them for a long time without knowing what they were, i.e. a … [Read more...]
Meridian Based Acupuncture puts more Skilful Rock into my Clinical Role
November 15, 2007 By Leave a Comment
A response to New Jersey Acupuncturist Andy Rosenfarb, www.acupuncturehealth.net G'Day Andy, I am absolutely delighted that you are enjoying videos. I think your viewing strategy is right on the money. Meeting Ikeda sensei rejuvenated my career, 12 years on and his skill, knowledge, … [Read more...]
New Jersey Acupuncturist’s Clinical Practice Benefits from Exceptional Traditional Acupuncture DVD’s
November 14, 2007 By 1 Comment
G'Day from Downunda, Here is some interesting feedback from my colleague Andy Rosenfarb, renowned TCM acupuncture practitioner specializing in treating patients suffering from eye disorders. I recently sent him 2 sets of Ikeda sensei's DVD's and as you will read he is reveling in the clinical … [Read more...]
As Practitioner’s of Traditional Acupuncture wev’e gotta know when to hold ‘em and know when to fold ‘em.
November 13, 2007 By 2 Comments
Even if I was next door not to mention an hours drive away, which is the distance to the aforementioned Korean practitioners clinic, I would ere on the side of caution in making any bold statements about my ability to bring about a satisfactory resolution to the serious medical dilemma described in … [Read more...]
Debilitating Lower Back Condition, what would you suggest to this patient?
November 12, 2007 By 2 Comments
Hi Alan! I hope you're doing well. I have an important question regarding this disc injury I have. It's a near total occlusion of the canal space around L5/S1 (originating from L4/L5). I'd say the disc tissue there is occluding about 70% of the space, just pushing the cauda equina to the side. I'm … [Read more...]
Anxious Acupuncture Patient with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Survives Initial Treatment.
November 11, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Dear Alan: Thank you for recommending and encouraging me to explore acupuncture for my flagging wrists and fingers. I had my first appointment yesterday, and for someone who has an innate fear of sharp pointed objects I felt very good about it. Even though I was wound tighter than a drum, … [Read more...]
Successful Traditional Acupuncture Treatment for Chronic Sinusitis
November 9, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Regarding Michelle's Treatment for acute/chronic sinusitis I have found the metal points of the kidney and liver meridians, Ki.7 and Liv.4 to be the most effective in addressing her fundamental Liver imbalance or deficiency.In addition to these points when necessary and it usually is, I shunt … [Read more...]
