Are you familiar with 5 Element acupuncture? Even if not, you’ve probably heard of it or at least the 5 Elements: Earth, Water, Wood, Fire and Metal Part of what I love about being and acupuncturist is that I look at the complete and total picture of a patient’s symptoms. When you come in to […]
Author: Riley Smith
Stress: “a state of mental or emotional tension or strain resulting from demanding or adverse circumstances”. Sound familiar? Well, over 77% of Americans repot regularly feeling stress leading to different physical and mental health problems. After injury, pain and sports medicine acupuncture stress is the number one reason people see me for acupuncture and Chinese […]
Our body has so many ways of warning us that things just aren’t right. Sometimes its hard to hear them. While general stress is a byproduct of life it can also be a warning sign.
Fun Fact: TCM actually acknowledges 5 seasons- not 4! What we refer to as an “Indian Summer” is actually season from the perspective of Chinese Medicine. There are also organs and acupuncture points that are specifically related to this special time of year.
You might already know (and its pretty common knowledge) that the Chinese diet is full of vegetables. But did you also know that animal protein is kept to a minimum. Have you ever actually wondered why? Its ok if you haven’t but I think its interesting to know a bit more. Next time you head […]
Summer in San Diego can mean a lot of great things but it can also bring on overheating, sunburn and even depression for some people. TCM has some unique ways of treating these.
Summer in San Diego can be a bit confusing. Our nice weather makes it feel like summer or spring almost all year long but it really comes down to daylight hours. TCM equates long days with abundant outward energy and there are acupuncture points that help our bodies better adjust to theres seasonal changes.
I love what I do. I love San Diego. I love providing first-rate acupuncture in San Diego along with Chinese Herbal Medicine. Most of all, I love my patients. I am drawn to Chinese Medicine because of its 3000 year history and the fact that it treats the body as a whole- not just in […]
When it comes to acupuncture and gender specific issues, most people only know of women’s health and fertility. However, Traditional Chinese Medicine has an equally long history and solid track record when it comes to treating men’s specific health needs also.
Everybody knows you should see your family physician at least once a year and your dentist at least twice a year. But not everybody knows about acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and the many benefits it can provide for you. Let’s look at how getting regular acupuncture treatments can help you stay happy and healthy […]