Debilitating Lower Back Condition, what would you suggest to this patient?

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.

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

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...]

Essential Clinical Acupuncture in the 21st Century

Michelle came to see me yesterday for the 4th appointment in her second programme of treatment in the last 12 months.t had been two weeks since I had seen her and her initial improvement had been satisfactorily consolidated. Michelle originally suffered from terrible sinusitis and overwhelming … [Read more...]

Rough Day in Clinic

Yesterday was one of my roughest days in clinic for a long time. One of those days where a majority of clients regardless of their condition were irritable, irritating or irritated. No reflection on me at all ? Fortunately most felt better after treatment, especially the 3 pregnant ones. One of … [Read more...]

World Acupuncture Blog Numero Uno

What more can I ask. After 3 months off with a shoulder injury I have had 2 lush surf 's on my malibu surfboard without pain and I am writing my first blog ever, all on my birthday. Sensational! To Cory, blog designer extraordinaire , thanks heaps for your patience and guidance. World … [Read more...]