Sciatica or Piriformis Syndrome? Understanding the Difference
Many people use the term “sciatica” to describe any pain that starts in the buttock…
Seeing the Other Side of the Table: A Day in the Operating Room
Many Lives Chinese Medicine has a long history of working with patients navigating fertility, IVF,…
Have You Heard of Tech Neck?
Ever heard of “tech neck”? It’s the everyday term for the wear and tear that happens when we look down at our screens for too long.
When the Body Forgets How to Rest: Acupuncture for PTSD, Stress & Anxiety
We live in a world that rewards being constantly “on.” Deadlines, notifications, responsibilities, uncertainty, and…
From PCOS to PMOS: Understanding the Whole-Body Impact of Hormonal Imbalance
For years, the condition known as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) has been primarily framed as…
Beyond the Wear and Tear: How Acupuncture Targets the Root of Lower Back Pain
We often hear that back pain is just an “expected part of aging.” As the…
Are You Truly Nourished?
Many of us are eating—yet still starving ourselves. It’s a curious idea, but an honest one.
Training with a Master: Still Being Amazed
I recently had the pleasure of training with the master of my acupuncture style, Kiiko Matsumoto.
Postpartum Care: Support in Your Fourth Trimester
Bringing a baby into the world is extraordinary. It is powerful, emotional, and life-changing. But…