The difference between conventional allopathic or “Western” medicine and more holistic therapies like Traditional Chinese Medicine is often described using the metaphor of the mechanic and the gardener. The idea… Continue Reading The Mechanic and the Gardener

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

People tend to think about acupuncture for pain relief, but did you know that acupuncture can also treat stress?  In fact, that’s my favorite reason to get acupuncture, and my… Continue Reading Acupuncture for Stress

Do you ever wonder why I stick needles in your ears in addition to the body points? Most acupuncture points on the body lie along specific channels or “meridians” that… Continue Reading All About Auricular 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?

Have you heard of the concept of niksen? Niksen is a Dutch verb which translates to “doing nothing,” and has become popular as a wellness and stress-relief practice. According to… Continue Reading The Art of Doing Nothing

New patients coming in for pain relief are often surprised when they find out that the acupuncture points used for their treatment aren’t necessarily located where their pain is. How… Continue Reading Local versus Distal Points for Pain

Spread the gift of healing through our community by telling your friends and family about EDCA, or by writing us a review or recommendation on your favorite site. You can… Continue Reading Spread the Word about Community Acupuncture

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

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