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Looking for an All-Natural Approach to Depression? Try Acupuncture

Depression can affect every area of your life, and none of them positively. Finding a treatment that works can be challenging, too. If you haven’t considered acupuncture, keep reading to learn why you should.

Sep 1st, 2023

Botox, Dysport, or Jeuveau: Which Is Right for Me?

Once you’ve made the decision to do something about those lines and wrinkles that have been bothering you, you have another choice to face. What, exactly, should you do? In this post, we discuss three popular injectables.

Aug 4th, 2023

What Are Hyaluronic Acid Fillers and How Do They Work?

Advertisements for cosmetic products often refer to hyaluronic acid. Ads for everything from hair products to moisturizers mention it. What is hyaluronic acid? How does it work when it’s the active ingredient in an injectable?

Jul 11th, 2023

4 Signs of Low Testosterone in Men

Testosterone is sometimes called the “male hormone,” and it’s important for men’s sexual function, among other things. You might have difficulty recognizing the signs of low testosterone, so here are four signs you may have low testosterone.

Jun 1st, 2023

3 Reasons Your Hair Is Thinning

Regardless of your gender or age, finding that your hair is thinning can be surprising and may affect your self-esteem. Here, we describe three things that can cause hair thinning, as well as some of the treatments available.

May 3rd, 2023

When to Consider Osteopathic Manipulation for Chronic Pain

Osteopathic manipulation is a technique that can treat an array of issues. It’s noninvasive, focused on how all the systems of your body work together, and promotes healing. But it works best for certain conditions.

Apr 10th, 2023

Are Bulging Varicose Veins Treatable?

Do you have bulging, rope-like veins in your legs? Varicose veins often cause discomfort and embarrassment, but they aren’t something you just have to live with. Treatment options are available.

Mar 1st, 2023

How to Protect Your Skin After Microneedling

Microneedling is a skin care treatment that can offer dramatic results. But in the days following your treatment, your vulnerable skin needs protection as it heals. In this post, we describe some best practices following microneedling.

Feb 7th, 2023

5 Chronic Conditions That May Benefit from Acupuncture

Acupuncture is increasingly recognized as a treatment for an array of conditions. But we find that many of our patients aren’t aware of how helpful it can be. In this post, we describe five chronic issues that respond well to acupuncture.

Jan 17th, 2023

Is PRP Therapy Safe?

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a way of harnessing your body’s healing powers. It may sound too good to be true or simply seem unlikely. In this post we answer some common questions about whether PRP therapy is safe.

Dec 1st, 2022

Can Hormone Treatments Alleviate My Menopausal Symptoms?

The symptoms of menopause can be more than annoying. They can disrupt your life, deprive you of sleep, and make doing both the things you need to do and the things you want to do more difficult. Hormone therapy could be the right solution for you.

Nov 1st, 2022

The Link Between Your Nutrition and Aging

Despite, or maybe even because of, the massive amount of information regarding nutrition, it can be a confusing topic. Once you begin learning about nutrition related to a specific topic, like aging, it can become even more complex.

Oct 10th, 2022

How Acupuncture Can Treat Respiratory Disorders

Respiratory disorders can be frightening. Breathing is, quite literally, life. Acupuncture, an ancient form of healing, can successfully help people with some respiratory illnesses breathe more easily. Here’s how.

Sep 14th, 2022

Why It’s Important to Have Balanced Hormones

People think of different things when they encounter the word “hormones.” Most don’t realize that there are more than 50 hormones circulating in your body at any given time. Hormonal balance is crucial to wellness.

Aug 9th, 2022

Stretch Marks? Microneedling Can Help

Stretch marks are very common. Pregnant women often develop stretch marks, and they may also be the result of weight gain or simply a growth spurt during puberty. At one time, stretch marks were considered permanent scars, but not anymore.

Jul 12th, 2022

Reasons Why Your Hair Is Thinning

Discovering that your hair is becoming thinner can be alarming. It can happen for many reasons, though, and often can be reversed. In this post we discuss why your hair may be thinning and what you can do about it.

Jun 1st, 2022

What Acupuncture Can Do for You

Are you skeptical when it comes to acupuncture? This post describes the treatment, when it may be beneficial, and what you can expect during an acupuncture session. You may learn acupuncture offers benefits you didn’t know about.

May 1st, 2022

Eradicate Stretch Marks with Microneedling

Do you have stretch marks? Whether you just have one or two, or a few, or a bunch, chances are you don’t like them. We may have a solution for you.

Apr 1st, 2022

Is PRP Right for Me?

Has someone suggested you look into PRP? If you have a soft tissue injury, PRP could be an effective approach. In this post, we explain PRP and the kinds of situations in which it tends to work best.

Mar 2nd, 2022

Counteract the Effects of Aging with Hormone Balancing

When you look in the mirror, do you see the person you expect to see? The effects of aging can be surprising, but there’s a common reason it happens faster than it should: hormonal imbalances. We may be able to help.

Feb 1st, 2022

Understanding Functional Medicine and How It Can Help You

Are you curious about functional medicine? If you’re looking for a different way to approach your health, functional medicine could be right for you. In this post, we describe the basic concept and how it may help you.

Jan 3rd, 2022

10 Conditions That Respond Well to Acupuncture

Have you ever wondered if acupuncture is something you should consider? In this post, we look at 10 conditions that often respond well to acupuncture, as well as what researchers know about how it works.

Dec 12th, 2021

How Can Prolotherapy Help You?

Prolotherapy is an innovative, safe, and effective treatment for many injuries and conditions that can be difficult to resolve. If you’ve been searching for the best approach to ease your pain, prolotherapy could be it.

Nov 11th, 2021

Common Causes of Joint Degeneration

Whether you call it degenerative joint disease or osteoarthritis, the painful condition affects a large number of people. What are the most common causes, and can you avoid it?

Oct 12th, 2021

What Role Do Hormones Play in the Body?

People reference hormones all the time, but what are hormones, exactly? What do hormones do? And how do you know if yours are at an optimal level? In this post, we take a look at hormones and their role in your health.

Sep 14th, 2021

Can Acupuncture Reduce My Migraines?

If you have migraine, you know that it can be debilitating. It’s not just a headache; you have the prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome. There are good reasons to seek a nonpharmacological solution, and acupuncture may be a good approach.

Aug 11th, 2021

Five Causes of Nerve Pain and How Perineural Injection Therapy Treats It

Nerve pain can be difficult to describe, diagnose, and treat. None of that makes it any less painful. A new treatment may help resolve your nerve pain.

Jul 26th, 2021

The Importance of Nutrition for Graceful Aging

As you age, lots of things may change, and your nutritional needs may be among them. Careful attention to your diet can help you remain strong and healthy so you can enjoy your favorite activities for many years.

May 4th, 2021

De-stress Through Acupuncture and Osteopathic Manipulation

Chronic stress is almost a feature of living in modern society, and finding ways to lower your stress level can feel challenging. Two approaches you may not have considered are acupuncture and osteopathic manipulation.

Apr 11th, 2021

3 Menopause Symptoms That Can Benefit From Hormone Replacement Therapy

Perimenopause, the period of time leading up to menopause, can cause uncomfortable symptoms. You don’t always have to just live with those symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy, or hormone balancing, can help.

Mar 9th, 2021

Sit Up: Your Posture Matters

You’ve heard it all your life: “Sit up straight!” “Don’t hunch your shoulders.” It may be worn-out advice, but it’s still good. Proper posture is an important component of good health.

Feb 17th, 2021

What Genetic Testing Can Reveal About Your Health

Consumer genetic testing has become very popular in the last few years. Have you ever wondered what you can learn about your health through genetic testing, or if there’s a difference in medical genetic tests and consumer ones?

Jan 6th, 2021

Let Us Help You Get Rid of Your Spider Veins

Although spider veins may not indicate a health risk, they can have a serious impact. If you don’t like how your body looks, it can have a real effect on your self-esteem. Luckily, there’s a simple procedure to eradicate spider veins.

Dec 2nd, 2020

How Balancing Your Hormones Can Make You Look and Feel Younger

You may be surprised to learn about the importance of hormones when it comes to how you look and how you feel. When your hormones are in balance, you have more energy, you look younger, and you feel better overall.

Nov 6th, 2020

5 Reasons Your Hair Is Thinning

There are lots of reasons your hair may be thinning, but the good news is that most of the causes of hair loss in men and women are treatable. Here are five common causes of thinning hair and what you can do about them.

Oct 12th, 2020

The Many Benefits of Acupuncture

Acupuncture is an ancient method of treatment, and one of the reasons it’s endured for thousands of years is that it offers numerous benefits. This post outlines some of them and explains what you should expect in an acupuncture session.

Sep 23rd, 2020

Relieving Osteoarthritis with PRP Therapy

The pain of osteoarthritis can disrupt your life and leave you feeling hopeless. PRP therapy could alleviate your symptoms, as it harnesses your body’s healing power to combat osteoarthritis.

Aug 21st, 2020

How Does Prolotherapy Work?

Prolotherapy is a regenerative treatment that stimulates your body’s natural healing processes. If you have stubborn pain, such as back pain or repetitive motion injuries, prolotherapy may be a solution for you.

Jul 28th, 2020

6 Important Hormones and Their Roles in Your Body

Hormones are the body’s messengers and are involved in just about any process you can name, from sleep to hunger. Here are six important hormones and what they do.

Jun 18th, 2020

Integrative Health Care and COVID-19

Do you have questions about your care during the COVID-19 pandemic? If you’re curious about whether our office is seeing patients and wondering if you can continue getting treatments for a chronic condition, here are some answers.

May 18th, 2020

6 Signs You May Be Suffering from Low Testosterone (and What You Can Do About It)

Are you feeling off -- like something just isn’t right? Maybe you have low testosterone. If so, there are things that can help. Here’s what you should know.

Apr 21st, 2020

PRP and Microneedling: Your Natural Solution to Hair Loss

Are you uncomfortable with how you look due to increasing hair loss? Microneedling combined with platelet-rich plasma therapy might be the answer to your problem.

Mar 5th, 2020

Here’s How Microneedling Works to Stimulate Skin and Make You Look Younger

Would you be interested in a procedure that left you with younger-looking, brighter skin as a result of your body’s own natural processes? We’ve got what you’re looking for!

Feb 3rd, 2020

How Osteopathic Manipulation Can Help Treat Everything from Migraines to Lower Back Pain

If you have a chronic condition that causes pain, you may feel as if you’ve tried every treatment there is. If you haven’t considered osteopathic manipulation, you may want to read on and learn more about this hands-on approach.

Jan 1st, 2020

If You Have Damaged Nerves, Perineural Injection Therapy Might be Your Answer

There are more than 100 types of nerve damage, and the symptoms vary widely. However, one thing is common -- and that’s discomfort. A new treatment called perineural injection therapy may help ease the symptoms of some types of nerve damage.

Dec 1st, 2019

Top-5 Bodily Functions Controlled by Your Hormones

Hormones are incredibly important to your health and wellness. You might be surprised to learn just which of your bodily functions are controlled by hormones.

Nov 1st, 2019

What Is Anti-Aging Medicine?

Do you think that getting sicker is a natural part of getting older? It doesn’t have to be. Anti-aging medicine, in combination with functional medicine, addresses issues before they arise so that you can remain active and healthy as you age.

Oct 1st, 2019

Speed Healing and Get Active Again with Stem Cell Therapy

Are you recovering from an injury? There’s a way to heal more quickly and get active faster.

Sep 1st, 2019

Myths and Facts About Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years, so there’s been plenty of time for myths about the treatment to develop. Learn a few myths and facts about acupuncture and how it can be used successfully.

Aug 1st, 2019

Here’s What Makes PRP Therapy So Effective

You’ve probably heard about PRP therapy, and you may be wondering why this treatment gets the rave reviews it does. We can explain.

Jul 1st, 2019

What Happens When Your Hormones Are Unbalanced?

Do you feel just slightly off and not quite yourself? There’s a distinct possibility that your hormones are unbalanced.

Jun 1st, 2019

What Does Nutrition Have to Do with Aging?

Nutrition is important at every stage of life, but older adults have particular nutritional needs. Learn how nutrition impacts aging, and what you can do to make sure you’re getting the nutrients you need.

May 6th, 2019

Here’s What You Can Expect During Your First Acupuncture Treatment

If you’ve decided to try acupuncture, you may be feeling a little nervous about how it feels and what happens during treatment. Here’s everything you need to know.

Apr 1st, 2019

Why Regenerative Medicine Could Be a Great Alternative for You

Do you have an injury that won’t seem to heal? Regenerative medicine may be the right treatment for you.

Mar 4th, 2019

Prolotherapy: How Does It Work and What Conditions Does It Treat?

If you have chronic joint pain or an injury to your connective tissue, prolotherapy may be a good treatment for you. Here’s what you need to know about prolotherapy.

Feb 13th, 2019

7 Reasons to Consider Osteopathic Manipulation that You Didn’t Know About

Osteopathic manipulation therapy isn’t as widely known as some other medical techniques. However, it can be an effective method of treating numerous conditions, no matter your age.

Jan 4th, 2019

Acupuncture For Migraines: How It Works

If you have migraine pain, you know how it can interfere with your life. If you’re looking for a treatment that won’t have nasty side effects, you may want to consider acupuncture as an all-natural treatment for migraines.

Dec 7th, 2018

4 Drug-free, Surgery-Free Remedies for Baby Boomers’ Aging Joints

If your joints are becoming increasingly stiff and painful with age, there are ways to tackle the problem without resorting to drugs or surgery. In fact, we offer four exciting therapies that will put a skip back into your step.

Nov 22nd, 2018

10 Post Menopausal Symptoms Alleviated with Bioidentical HRT

If you are experiencing hormonal imbalance, you’re aware of the discomfort it can cause. There are treatments that can help!

Oct 12th, 2018

How Functional and Conventional Medicine Differ

Two kinds of medicine exist in the world we live in today: conventional and functional. The former type treats symptoms in relation to the individual parts while the latter enables practitioners to adopt a holistic treatment approach.

Sep 26th, 2018

Signs and Symptoms of Male Hormone Imbalance

Are you experiencing changes that don’t seem to make sense? You may be dealing with a hormone imbalance. Men’s levels of hormones change with age, but differently than women’s. Take a minute to learn the symptoms of male hormone imbalance.

Aug 23rd, 2018

Stop Migraine Pain with All-Natural Acupuncture

Migraines are often debilitating and significantly impair quality of life. What’s more, migraines are resistant to traditional treatments and medication may have side effects. Get the facts on how acupuncture can relieve migraines naturally.

Jul 18th, 2018