In the past two blogs, I’ve written about different herbs/formulas and their use in treating common ailments like cough or constipation. In this blog, I’ll discuss varying methods in making these herbs able to be digested by us.   Herbal decoctions are the most-used method for preparing Chinese herbal medicine formulas. Simply, a decoction uses… Continue reading Preparing Herbal Formulas

…We will continue on with our discussion focusing on the use of herbs or herbal formulas for generic TCM diagnoses. In my practice, I see many patients who have an underlying condition concerning the buildup of heat. I refer to it has internal heart stagnation. An herb that is very effective in dispelling heat is… Continue reading Commonly Used Herbs Cont…

One topic that I have been meaning to write more about is Herbs and the significant part they play in TCM treatment, especially in China. Though I have recently used other TCM modalities, more than herbs, in treating my patients, I know the value they potentially can play in my treatment plan. Additionally, the advent… Continue reading Commonly Used Herbs

With all the changes occurring in the world, from COVID to politics, I think today is a good time to sit back and reflect back on my journey in TCM. When I graduated from TCM school, I, like most of my colleagues, felt not only a great sense of passion but an almost unreasonable sense… Continue reading Reflecting…

…This release of inflammatory mediators stimulates the peripheral nervous system response through the afferent nerve fibers. Their stimulation results in a segmental analgesic response that activates descending anti-nociceptive signals via the dorsal horn of the spinal cord. I should note that there are various techniques used to achieve stimulation—manual vs. Estim etc…   The stimulation… Continue reading Acupuncture Mechanisms III

Since many of you are fascinated with the last blog, concerning theories on Acupuncture Mechanisms, I will continue to discuss more Western-oriented theories on how Acupuncture actually works. As I discussed, Acupuncture induces certain effects on the body. I will now discuss the depth to these effects in more detail.   There are numerous local… Continue reading Acupuncture Mechanisms II

Many of my readers maybe wondering why I haven’t written about the manners by which Acupuncture works. That is, how Acupuncture works as described in Western scientific words. To those of you who are wondering, I assure you that I appreciate your concern and will, now, try to satisfy your thirst for knowledge.   I… Continue reading Acupuncture Mechanisms

Knee pain is an ailment I treat often. Many of my patients are on the older side and are suffering from pain in their joints; knee pain being a common occurrence. I have treated some knee cases that are truly different. However, one of the most unique ones concerns a person who had reconstructive surgery… Continue reading A Unique Pain Case

Patients often ask me what are the latest trends concerning TCM. I tell them that because TCM is such a new field in Western medicine, I consider the very question you asked as symbolic of a trend. A previous trend that now should be considered fact is that TCM is established as a viable field… Continue reading Medicare Trend

The post COVID world continues to present us with obstacles that we never encountered before. I’m not talking about just in terms of healthcare. I see a world that is being turned upside down. My freedoms are continually being restricted and the access I have to my most cherished activities are being terminated.   Am… Continue reading Our Post COVID Existence