Learn the basics of Chinese herbal medicine in this beginner class, including basic Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, nutrition and a few simple formulas to keep on hand for colds, flu, cough and allergy symptoms. Herbal medicine was common knowledge to communities of every culture. Just like knowing when to take aspirin, people knew when to…
Maybe you’ve seen the circles on someones back at the beach or on a bare shoulder passing by on the street. Cupping is getting more and more popular and for good reason. What is cupping? The cupping we do uses glass cups and suction. The suction pulls tissue into the cup and allows for much-needed blood…
This past week I was reminded how helpful community acupuncture is for folks as they undergo chemotherapy. A clinic goer first came in at the urging of her care team after having many symptoms from her chemo treatments to treat her diagnosis of breast cancer. She was skeptical that acupuncture could help with her new…
Plantar fasciitis – also called a heel spur – is inflammation of the thick tissue on the bottom of the foot. This tissue is called the plantar fascia. It connects the heel bone to the toes and creates the arch of the foot. When inflamed, it causes pain at the heel that varies from sharp…
Pregnancy is a whirlwind adventure. As your mind and spirit get ready for a new life and family member, your body is in full tilt. Most women get morning sickness. Hopefully it isn’t too severe and doesn’t last until delivery. Acupuncture is a great ally during pregnancy. It is very safe, and pharmaceutical free. It…
Xiao Yao Wan or Free and Easy Wanderer is one of the most famous herbal formulas available to help regulate your Liver, Gallbladder and Spleen Organ Systems, bringing about a balanced feeling of emotional and physical harmony. We prescribe this formula to many people and have seen widespread improvements to their individual issues. The Liver…
Here at Jersey Community Acupuncture, we try to post on our blog about once or twice each week. Our posts typically cover content about acupuncture and herbal medicine, but we also post about Nicole’s experiences, local/clinic events, and updates about the clinic itself! Because we post so frequently, this means that some posts (such as…
This post is from January 2015: I just finished up a weekend course on Daoism, Chinese Medicine and Health. I love taking CEU’s. It gives me the opportunity to take a break, take a breath and refocus on my vocation. Why am I doing what I do? How can I do my best at what…