Archives for February, 2009
Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia
Friday, February 27th, 2009
A syndrome of chronic pain, fibromyalgia causes muscle and soft tissue tenderness as well as fatigue, sleep difficulties and other symptoms. Fibromyalgia affects three to six million Americans, or about two percent of the population, according to the American College of Rheumatology.
Widespread muscle pain, musculoskeletal aches and stiffness are the primary symptoms of fibromyalgia; the […]
Acupuncture for Low Back Pain
Thursday, February 26th, 2009
Many individuals experience back pain at some point that can interfere with routine daily activities. Following headache, back pain is the second most common neurological condition. Although low back pain often resolves within a few days, some cases may develop into a chronic condition.
Lasting from a few days to less than a month, acute […]
Acupuncture for Knee Pain
Monday, February 23rd, 2009
Acupuncture and Knee Pain
Knee pain is a common occurrence for many individuals and may be caused by stress or overuse, degeneration from aging, ligament or tendon injury, tears in the knee cartilage, bursitis, a dislocated knee cap, hyperextending the knee, rheumatoid arthritis, or osteoarthritis.
Often, minor cases of knee pain and swelling can be treated with […]
Acupuncture for Male Menopause
Friday, February 20th, 2009
Male menopause refers to the physiological, hormonal and chemical changes that men between the ages of 40 and 55 may experience. These changes, unlike those of female menopause, may be subtle and may not result in physical or psychological symptoms that affect energy levels, mood or sexual function.
Also known as androgen decline in the aging […]
Acupuncture for Insomnia
Thursday, February 19th, 2009
A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, insomnia typically includes symptoms such as: Feeling tired after waking, daytime fatigue, concentration and memory difficulties, difficulty going back to sleep after waking during the night, and frequent nocturnal awakenings.
There are two types of insomnia. Primary insomnia is a sleep disorder not associated with […]
Acupuncture for the Common Cold
Wednesday, February 18th, 2009
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can effectively treat the common cold.
The common cold, or viral upper respiratory tract infection, is caused by more than 200 viral types. Common cold symptoms may include sneezing, sore or scratchy throat, cough, headache, and fever.
Common cold symptoms are often treated with over-the-counter medications such as cough syrups, cough […]
Acupuncturistmiami.com welcomes President Obama
Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
Rev. Dr. Richard Browne president of the Acupuncture and Massage College in Miami Florida welcomes our new president Barack Obama. It is with great anticipation that we accept you as our leader in these challenging times. After having had the opportunity to observe your performance at the 2004 Democratic convention I knew instantly we had […]
Acupuncture and Stop Smoking
Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
Need another reason to add “quit smoking” to your to do list? How about the fact that even if you choose to smoke outside of your home you’re still exposing your environment to toxins?
Tobacco smoke contamination lingers even after a cigarette is extinguished, a phenomenon known as “third-hand” smoke. Smoking anyplace produces toxic particulate […]
Acupuncture for Hay Fever
Monday, February 9th, 2009
Acupuncture for Hay Fever
Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, often causes sneezing, congestion, sinus pressure, runny nose, and other symptoms typically associated with the common cold. Pet dander, tree pollen, grasses, weeds, spores, dust mites, and other indoor and outdoor allergens are responsible for hay fever. While some individuals experience hay fever seasonally, others may have […]
Exercise and Cognitive Function
Monday, February 2nd, 2009
Being physically fit helps the brain function at the top of its game. A new study finds that physical activity benefits blood flow in the brain which improves cognitive abilities.
“Being sedentary is now considered a risk factor for stroke and dementia,” says Marc Poulin, Ph.D., lead author and scientist in the Faculties of Medicine […]