More Scientific Evidence Of How Acupuncture Works

U.S. News and World Report’s Health Day section had a fascinating article in the August issue entitled, “Imaging Sheds Light on How Acupuncture Works”The writers acknowledge that acupuncture has become increasingly popular in the U.S. and cites a study published in the September issue of NeuroImage that concludes that acupuncture eases pain by regulating key receptors in the brain.Acupuncture

More Research On Why and How Acupuncture Works!

This is a very interesting article from the Examiner.com. It not only talks about exciting new research into acupuncture, but also about acupuncture's use in the military and scientific research going back to the 1960's. Check it out!New Scientific Breakthrough Proves Why Acupuncture WorksBy Tima Vlasto - NY Holistic Science & Spirit ExaminerNew groundbreaking research shows that the insertion

Professor Wins Award For Her Pioneering Research On Acupuncture For Women

I am happy to report that Associate Professor Caroline Smith, from the Centre for Complementary Medicine at the University of Western Sydney, recently won the inaugural Award for Translational Research at the National Institute of Complementary Medicine's symposium in Brisbane. This is a major award and she earned it for her pioneering clinical research into acupuncture techniques for women.One

Have A Headache? Try Some Ginger Tea

Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can significantly reduce headaches and relieve the often crippling pain. Ginger is a wonderful spice and herb often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. I often recommend it to my patients for many ailments. The information below, is from acufinder.com and shows how ginger can help headache sufferers."Numerous clinical studies have shown that ginger can be

Hot Acupuncture News for Your Hot Flash

A multicenter study was recently conducted to assess acupuncture’s effectiveness for menopausal hot flashes. Dr. Einar Kristian Borud led a team of 10 researchers. They conducted a randomized, controlled trial that compared women who received a series of 10 acupuncture treatments in 12 weeks plus advice on self care with a group of women who only received advice on self care.Even with this

Research Shows That Acupuncture Is Effective For Headaches

Headaches often bring people to my Chicago office. Acupuncture is a great alternative to drugs and often works quickly to relieve the pain. The article below is from acufinder.com. It details two studies which showed how effective acupuncture is for relieving the pain and frequency of headaches.Studies Show that Acupuncture Stops HeadachesTwo separate systematic reviews by Cochrane Researchers

New Research: Chinese Herb's Benefit Heart Health

For years, I have touted several herbs for improving heart health, so I am particularly pleased to read the results of a new study showing the benefit of using Chinese Herbal Medicine. The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston suggests that ancient Chinese herbal formulas used primarily for cardiovascular conditions including heart disease work because they enhance the amount of

Surgery Patients at Duke Are Benefiting From Acupuncture

Surgery patients at Duke University Medical Center are finding that acupuncture relieves pain after surgery. A reporter from Durham, N.C., did a story describing how doctors from Duke are using acupuncture with anesthesia to speed recovery and reduce discomfort in patients.When Dr. Gan uses acupuncture for surgery, he keeps the needles in place during the surgery, but remove them immediately

U Michigan Study; How Acupuncture Affects the Brain’s Ability to Regulate Pain

The University of Michigan Health system has just released the results of a new UM study that showed Chinese acupuncture affects your brain's ability to regulate pain.I’ve written about many Traditional Chinese Medicine studies but this one is particularly important because it was done at a prestigious US university and it attempts to explain how acupuncture works on the cellular level.Using

Why Acupuncture Reduces Pain; A Harvard Study

One question that I am often asked by pleased and surprised patients is, “How does acupuncture work to reduce pain?” I find it easier to provide the explanation in terms of Chinese Medicine but I know that can frustrate people who want to understand its effectiveness in Western terms. Well, we may have a Western answer. A study conducted at Harvard Medical School and reported in Behavioural

Chinese Herbs Provide Relief Following Surgery For Endometriosis

British researchers have concluded that Chinese herbs may provide more relief than drugs following laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. In a review of Chinese research studies, some of which had to be discarded because of poor methodology, women had comparable benefits fewer adverse effects if they treated by Chinese herbal medicine.Endometriosis is a gynecological disorder affecting as many

Study Shows that Acupuncture Effective in Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome is common especially among people who spend a lot of time on the computer. I've had several patients come in over the years complaining of persistent wrist pain. As with other types of pain acupuncture is often a great solution. So I was happy to read about this recent study on the web site Acufinder.com.By: Diane Joswick, L.Ac., MSOMAcupuncture is as effective as the

Acupuncture Provides Relief For Headaches

Headaches are a very common ailment in my clinic. Using acupuncture, I've been able to provide patients with tremendous relief. This article from the web site myOptumHealth.com provides a good explanation of acupuncture's effectiveness so I thought that many of you would like to read it.Needling Away Your Headaches With Acupuncture Suffering from chronic headaches? Studies show that this

Gan Cao (Licorice Root) Offers Protection Against Breast and Skin Cancer

Several interesting articles about two types of cancer and Gan Cao, a commonly used herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, have come out recently. Gan Cao is also known as licorice root.The Detroit Alternative Medical Examiner reported that licorice has potential for preventing breast cancer. Gan Cao can be effective against breast cancer cells but, when taking the herb, it is important to also

Studies Show Acupuncture is Effective

I have recently found that the Examiner.com is a great resource for articles on alternative medicine. Here is another favorable article about acupuncture By Jeanne Grunert of The Norfolk Alternative Medicine ExaminerThe Effectiveness of Acupuncture"With acupuncture's growing acceptance in Western medicine, the body of research support its use has also grown. Although the Chinese have used

Scientific Validation of Acupuncture

This informative article is from The Examiner.comScientific validation of acupuncture - the science of alternative medicine part IV By Tracey Planinz Orlando Alternative Medicine ExaminerThis week's series has explored the science behind several alternative therapies, including herbs and homeopathy. Today's focus is acupuncture.

Acupuncture May Enhance Nitric Oxide Levels

A few days ago I posted Nitric Oxide and Your Health. I talked about the important role Nitric Oxide plays in cardiovascular health. This past May a new study came out indicating that acupuncture may enhance the levels of Nitric Oxide in the body. Check it out...A study done at UCLA Medical Center in California concludes that one reason acupuncture is effective is because the needles increase the

Acupuncture Helps Pregnancy Symptoms

This post is from www.chinesemedicinetimes.comAcupuncture can help relieve the symptoms of indigestion in pregnancy, new research suggests.A small study involving 36 women found "significant improvements" among those treated with acupuncture.Digestive disorders are one of the most frequent complaints in pregnancy, with 45% to 80% of women reporting things like heartburn, pain or discomfort,

Acupuncture For Fertility

From the examiner.comby Arlene RiveraFertility treatment doesn't have to be risky and painfulMany current fertility treatments are expensive, time consuming, emotionally exhausting and risky for your health. But don’t lose hope; there are alternative methods of treating infertility that actually improve your health, both body and mind.AcupunctureFertility therapy via acupuncture has been