It feels so good to be back in the clinic!  Many patients who live alone have been especially grateful for the opportunity to share a peaceful space with others. These… Continue Reading Clinic is OPEN! Please Read for new Covid-19 Policies

By popular demand, I now have a full spectrum hemp oil in stock in the clinic.  The oil is high in CBD and other beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes from the… Continue Reading CBD Oil Now Available

In the event of PG&E Public Safety Power Outages in our community, El Dorado Community Acupuncture will remain open for business.  I have emergency lanterns for lighting, and will be… Continue Reading Clinic will Remain Open during Power Outages

People ask me just about every day whether acupuncture can help them lose weight.  The short answer is “Yes!”  But before getting into the long answer, a few caveats. 1.… Continue Reading Acupuncture and Weight Loss

It’s that time again- the kids are back in school, the weather is changing, and colds and the flu are upon us.  Adequate rest, stress management, good nutrition and proper… Continue Reading Boost your Immune System with Acupuncture!

Sometimes, acupuncture creates immediate, dramatic, and permanent results. Usually, though, it takes a series of treatments to get the relief you’re seeking. So how much acupuncture will you need to… Continue Reading How Much Acupuncture Will I Need?

Spring is here, and for many that means allergies are acting up.  Fortunately, acupuncture is a very effective treatment for many allergy sufferers.  According to a 2008 randomized study of… Continue Reading Acupuncture for Allergies

Sheilah Blaxill, CMT is offering a community OrthoBionomy clinic on Sundays at EDCA. If you’ve never experienced OrthoBionomy before you should definitely check it out- the experience is similar to… Continue Reading Community OrthoBionomy Clinic Open Sundays

I’ve heard some people call pain “the great teacher,” and in a way I can see what they mean.  Pain can be an important signal to pay attention to your… Continue Reading Acupuncture for Pain

I admit it, acupuncture is weird.  Why would sticking needles in somebody make them feel better? How could it possibly be relaxing? How could it make them hurt less, not… Continue Reading You want Acupuncture! (You just don’t know it yet.)