Pneumonia is not just an infection that preys upon presidential candidates. It is a serious illness that can affect people of any age. College professors, stay at home moms, high school students and toddlers alike, can all contract pneumonia. That being said, most healthy people do not catch pneumonia. The major risk factor that increases your chances of catching pneumonia is a weakened immune system, which leaves you more susceptible to viruses and bacterial infections.

What are  Yin & Yang and Qi?

Acupuncture is based on energetic laws and the Taoist principle theory of Yin and Yang, which represents the dynamic balance of opposing and interrelated forces.

In part two of this Q&A series on back pain, I answer some practical questions about coming in for treatment. If you haven’t read part one, check that out first! When someone comes to see me for back pain, I look at all the different layers of what’s happening with that person. My approach to treating back pain is to identify the patterns where it is coming from.

Why are my tight neck and shoulder muscles constantly tight no matter what I do?

For those of you who have experienced acupuncture in my office know that I don’t just treat “muscle” pain, but address the “whole” person and the holding pattern/s that create a negative feedback loop causing so much trouble.

Fortunately, acupuncture is an extremely effective solution for back pain. By addressing the underlying cause of back pain—opposed to temporarily alleviating the symptom, the way drugs do—acupuncture is able to eradicate back pain completely so that it doesn’t return.

Why Not Getting Enough Sleep Could Be Killing You

An estimated 40 percent of Americans are sleep deprived and suffer from some form of insomnia.

The best practice for a long and healthy life is to recognize opportunities to improve your health and well being. By taking action now you are investing in your “health bank account” and contributing to a vibrant and healthy life.

74% of Americans suffer from some kind type of digestive disorder and it is on the rise!

Can acupuncture boost the immune system?

For many people, getting a cold or flu during the change season it is a yearly occurrence. Fall is usually the beginning of cold and flu season, and your immune system may already be over worked and primed for you getting sick.