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Recent research showed that acupuncture improved low back pain caused by spinal stenosis by 43% after 6 weeks.

Robin Roberts interviews Dr. Darien Sutton in the video below. They also highlight that acupuncture is also known to improve:

- migraines
- alleriges
- asthma
- arthritis
- menopausal symptoms

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Video How acupuncture may help with certain lower back pain ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton explains the new report and what to consider before undergoing acupuncture.

Acupuncture has a profound regulating effect on our hormones. It works well to treat hot flashes due to both natural menopause and breast cancer endocrine therapy. We see great results treating hot flashes in our clinic.

Treating cancer treatment side effects with acupuncture helps cancer patients stay in treatment, improving their long-term outcomes!

Acupuncture reduces hot flashes and side effects of endocrine therapy in women with breast cancer In a pooled analysis of three clinical trials, acupuncture significantly reduced hot flashes and other hormonal side effects of endocrine therapy taken by women with breast cancer.

Below are 3 quick tips for overcoming anxiety and getting to the root of problem without unwanted side effects. Although there are many imbalances that lead to anxiety, we find that some of the most common presentations of anxiety in our clinic can be treated using the 3 steps below. (See comments for a link to learn more.)

Recent studies show that acupuncture often outperforms pharmaceuticals and psychotherapy in the treatment of anxiety.

When you schedule your first acupuncture session we are able to tailor our treatment and recommendations to precisely match your unique presentation for maximum effectiveness.

"When Navy Veteran and former operations specialist Johnny Theissen first started coming to the clinic seven months ago, he was using a walker and struggling with a variety of other issues. Since then, he’s undergone a 'transformation,' and speaks glowingly of how acupuncture has been a catalyst..."

‘It’s Amazing’: How the Ancient Art of Acupuncture is Making Waves at West LA VA | VA Greater Los Angeles health care | Veterans Affairs When it comes to the ancient Chinese art of acupuncture, all that’s old is new again. Since his hiring three years ago, Dr. Jeremiah Krieger, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS), has been embracing the time-honored practice and using it to treat Veterans’ pain, PTSD, and more.

Great narrative of how acupuncture helped this young person. I found acupuncture similarly helpful in my 20's and it continues to be profoundly helpful in my 50's. But it's never too late to start. We've also helped patients in their 80's and 90's!

Weekly Acupuncture Helped Me Feel in Control of My Body for the First Time Ever—Here’s How Acupuncture can have great benefits on your physical and mental health. Inside, one writer deep dives into how it helped her navigate depression.

A windy day visitor outside our clinic the other day.

(photo by Bhaird Campbell, Lic. Ac.)

Great podcast on how your breathing impacts your health. "Breathing is a missing pillar of health," says James Nestor. Those that have practiced yoga, qi gong or meditation will likely not find this cutting edge news. However there is a lot of great reminders, science and tips in this episode.

Working with your breathing is one of the pillars to improving stress and (and therefore all aspects of your health!) In fact, one of my main tips for working with anxiety is to focus on your exhale. By focusing on your exhale, over time, you naturally start to empty your lungs more completely which then allows you to naturally breathe more deeply, without it feeling forced or difficult.

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It may seem like an oxymoron to get “stuck by needles” in order to relax. However, most patients are surprised by how profoundly relaxed they feel during and after their acupuncture treatments.

My patient just got up off the treatment table and said "I feel so much calmer than when I walked in." That is how you begin to treat anxiety, naturally.



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A beautiful version by Mstislav Rostropovich, Seiji Ozawa and the BSO. (Too dynamic for the treatment music mix at the clinic so enjoy at home though some good speakers). If you don't have Spotify, see comments for the Youtube link.

❤️ Rest in peace S.O. ❤️

https://open.spotify.com/track/3g7Kb5daSS0mR6hM4VQlW6?si=3qUrMumdQwmrAcalvgBpvA

Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor, Op. 104, B. 191: II. Adagio ma non troppo Antonín Dvořák, Mstislav Rostropovich, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra · Song · 2008

Happy Lunar New Year!

Saturday February 10, 2024 begins the new lunar year, the Year of the Dragon. Unlike its European namesake, the dragon in Chinese mythology is benevolent yet powerful.

The Chinese dragon symbolizes spring, prosperity, good health, rain and good harvests. Their revered status within Chinese culture has led the dragon to become a totem each spring with dragon dances performed at Chinese New Year celebrations around the world. They are often depicted chasing a “dragon’s pearl” which represents wisdom, especially the wisdom associated with nature.

Chinese Medicine has developed over thousands of years through its keen observation of both the human body and nature. Chinese Medicine teaches that strength and wellness is gained by following the natural energy and cycles of the seasons.

Compared to January 1st, the lunar new year holds a more meaningful start to the new year as it marks the beginning of spring in the historical Chinese calendar (which is a lunisolar calendar). Although New England usually has plenty of winter weather still left, with careful observation you can see nature begin to transform and bring forth new life, even in early February. The days begin to feel longer. The sun is higher. There are more bird songs and animal activity.

You may also feel your energy and creativity begin to rise, like the sap of a sugar maple, ready to actually work on those new year’s resolutions.

This is a great time to plan and embark on new ventures in your spiritual, creative, health or business development.

The spring season is associated with creativity, the Jue Yin (Liver) channel and organ, the wood element, the eyes, the color green and the sour flavor.

When your Jue Yin energy is not in balance, specific illnesses caused by this imbalance will worsen during the spring, especially problems such as migraines, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, depression, anxiety and insomnia.

Click here: https://www.concordcenteracupuncture.com/7-signs-you-need-acupuncture-this-spring/ if you would like to learn more about how Jue Yin or Liver imbalances can affect your health and what you can do to help this spring.

Since 2006, we have worked to keep our patients healthy and we are deeply grateful that you have trusted us to care for you and your family.

Thank you for your trust, friendship and support. In this auspicious Year of the Dragon, may you and your family experience a joyful, healthy and prosperous 2024. We hope to see you soon!

"A 2018 meta-analysis of over 20,000 patients in 39 high-quality randomized controlled trials found that acupuncture was superior to both sham and no acupuncture for back or neck pain, osteoarthritis, headaches and shoulder pain. These outcomes mostly persisted over time — even after 12 months of receiving treatment."

Advice | Does acupuncture work for chronic pain? Here’s what the science says. The evidence behind acupuncture for treating certain conditions such as headaches and back pain is convincing.

There is a Chinese parable about a strongman trying to pull an ox by the tail. No matter how hard he pulls, the ox won’t budge. Finally he pulls the tail off. Exhausted and frustrated, he gives up. A small child comes along and is able to lead the larger and stronger ox by its nose because she guides it using the direction it naturally wants to go.

Go against nature, against the flow and you meet resistance and failure. Work with nature and its natural flow will help you.

Are pulling the proverbial ox by the tail or leading it by its nose?

Trials Test Mushrooms and Herbs as Anti–COVID-19 Agents This Medical News article describes trials that are examining whether medicinal mushrooms and Chinese herbs can improve treatment and vaccine responses against COVID-19.

8 research-backed benefits of acupuncture from pain relief to stress reduction:

1. Reduces anxiety
2. Helps with painful menstrual periods
3. Alleviates digestive issues
4. Offers pain relief during pregnancy
5. Provides stress relief
6. Offers symptom relief during cancer treatment
7. Provides low back pain relief

8 research-backed benefits of acupuncture from pain relief to stress reduction Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat many common health concerns, and scientific evidence increasingly supports its benefits.