ACUPUNCTURE,  HERBAL MEDICINE,  BODY THERAPY,  NUTRITION  &  LIFESTYLE CONSULTATION 
 

Starting Acupuncture in the last trimester of pregnancy is optimal when preparing for labor and delivery - ideally starting around 32 weeks and continuing treatment until baby is delivered. Research shows that regular acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies during the last trimester lowers numerous risk factors: i.e. preterm labor, preeclampsia, stalled labor, fewer epidural and c-section rates, reduced anxiety, and fewer postpartum complications among others.

What does a Gestational Diabetes diagnosis really mean, how can you reduce your overall risk and, most importantly - what can you do to keep both you and baby as healthy as possible throughout. The good thing is strategies for prevention, and for management are much the same! Gestational Diabetes affects approximately one in 10 pregnancies and increases the risk of pregnancy and birth complication. Here are a few key "must-know" facts to consider in order to stay your healt

A personal menopause story, both poignant and comical. The story illustrates the realities of the perimenopause to menopause transition, while linking important research and information along the way - hoping to be a true resource for Women in mid-life. Hot flashes, brain fog, high cholesterol, blood pressure, metabolism changes, menopausal weight gain are all discussed.

Learning how to reduce your risk-factors for preeclampsia can put your mind at ease and give you some tools to stay healthy. If you're pregnant, or thinking about getting pregnant in the future - here are some tips to think preventatively!

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine have long histories of successfully addressing Women’s Health concerns - from adolescence to menopause. We prioritize preventive care and maintaining overall health, addressing common ailments to specific gynecological, menstrual, or perimenopause/ menopause concerns. Each stage of a woman's life is distinct, with evolving needs and health issues. Our whole person approach considers your health concerns in the context of your daily

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine has a long history of successfully addressing a wide variety of Women’s Health concerns. At...

Moxibustion (aka Moxa) is an East Asian therapy used to restore circulation, reduce joint & muscle stiffness, bruising, swelling and pain.

WHY DO CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS LOOK AT YOUR TONGUE? OUR IS TONGUE IS UNIQUE BECAUSE IT reflects both the health and well-being

Cupping is a powerful Chinese Medicine technique using small glass cups to treat pain, asthma, digestion, and stress among other things.

Cupping is the term applied to a powerful Traditional Chinese Medicine technique using small glass cups (or bamboo jars) as suction...

Did you know Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Therapies can help optimize your fertility and conception readiness?

There is so much you can do to prepare for labor and delivery that will significantly increase your likelihood of having an optimal...

As we slowly emerge from quarantine here in the Metropolitan area, we as Chinese Medicine practitioners are all set to re-enter the Healthca

Your immune system is your first line of defense against the COVID-19 virus (or any illness) trying to invade your system . . . and nutrition can play a vital role preventatively!

We are 27 days into self-quarantine, and I gotta say, this is tough! Doable, but quite challenging. Flatten the curve . . . social distancing? Hey, I'm totally on-board because I want us all to get back to our lives sooner than later. The thing is, I'm a social guy by nature, which I guess is why I chose a profession that insists that I see people all day long. But, you know what? I really miss you guys!! Cristina does too... We hope you're weathering this "Time out" as bes

We are writing to share our difficult decision to close both our NYC and NJ clinical operations for a two week duration, after which we will

Traditional Chinese Medicine can offer support to Veterans, easing the burden brought about by the aftermath of post-war trauma, both emotionally and physically. One primary example is the advent, and overwhelming success, of the NADA Acupuncture Protocols. NADA is a protocol of ten auricular (ear) acupuncture points which are used in conjunction with other therapies for PTSD, pain management, anxiety / stress symptoms, insomnia, nightmares, and to minimize

Practiced throughout China, Japan and Korea for thousands of years, and now prevalent throughout communities, clinics and hospitals world-wide, acupuncture is a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

There are so many ways that Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapies can factor into everyday healthcare and keeping us well and thriving. Here are some great examples . . . and a few that may surprise you! 1. PAIN MANAGEMENT This is what acupuncture is famous for, right? Remember the very first time you ever heard about acupuncture or Chinese Medicine? I’ll bet it was about relief from some physical pain, but let’s move beyond the undisputed #1 and talk about ho

BALANCE THE YIN & YANG For EXCELLENT SLEEP Traditional Chinese Medicine’s (TCM) Yin / Yang theory follows that sleep occurs when the yang energies of the day gently fold into the Yin energies of nighttime. The “Yin” energy of the body is cooling, calming and restorative. It correlates to sunset and nighttime, when our bodies turn inward, slow down and take time to regenerate. Conversely, daytime correlates with the concept of “Yang”, which is expansive, stimulating and warmi