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The Art of Acupuncture: Traditional Chinese Medicine

What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment that uses thin needles insertedthrough the skin to stimulate specific points on channels within the body. How Does it Work? Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical treatment that has been utilized for over 2500 years. There has been extensive research

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Fire Cupping: An Alternative Healing Practice for Modern Times

What is Fire Cupping? Fire cupping is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment involving the application of negative pressure (suction) to the skin with glass cups via heat. How Does it Work? The suction applied with the cups promotes the body’s natural healing process, stimulates blood circulation, improves lymphatic flow and

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What is Preventive Medicine? 

The term preventive medicine is becoming more popular as patients learn that many of our illnesses and ailments could have been prevented. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 900,000 Americans die a premature death, yet about 40% of those deaths could’ve been prevented. 

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