What is a rotator cuff? A rotator cuff is comprised of four important muscles known as the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor and subscapularis. These muscles help bind the head of the humerus to the glenoid fossa of the scapula. Each rotator cuff muscle has a unique function in maneuvering the shoulder and arm. They are … Continue reading Healing Rotator Cuff Injuries with Acupuncture and Guasha
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A list of all the Sabian Symbols
From day to say the sun moves through the zodiac, degree by degree. This measurement of time has given us our calendar. The zodiac has helped humanity understand the nuances of seasonal development for eons. The following list was created to assist astrologers and those interested in astrology in understanding the specific energies emanating from … Continue reading A list of all the Sabian Symbols
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Me and my clinic partner from last term.
Dark Chocolate: A Tonic for Qi & Blood
When a patient has symptoms of a pale tongue, low energy, pallor, fatigue and muscular weakness, I tend to suspect a deficiency of qi and blood. My favorite food-medicine for less severe qi & blood deficiencies is dark chocolate. Dark chocolate is high in iron, fats, fiber and xanthines like caffeine and theobromine. High quality … Continue reading Dark Chocolate: A Tonic for Qi & Blood
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5 Awesome Apps for Acupuncturists, Bodyworkers & Herbalists
For each patient there are many dimensions and parameters to consider as a holistic healer. On the one hand, L.Acs, Dipl. OMs and ABTs are taught ancient diagnostic philosophies for identifying syndrome patterns (yin/ yang deficiency, liver qi stagnation, spleen qi deficiency, etc.). By scrutinizing the patient's tongue and pulse, acupuncturists are afforded a plethora of … Continue reading 5 Awesome Apps for Acupuncturists, Bodyworkers & Herbalists
Research of Tuina’s Effectivenessu
Have you heard about Tuina? It is an ancient form of bodywork that is still practiced today in China, and now it is spreading in popularity in the United States & Europe. I was introduced to it when I began studying at AOMA, Graduate School of Integrative Medicine about 3 years ago. When I combine … Continue reading Research of Tuina’s Effectivenessu
What does it mean to be AOBTA-C.P.?
The letters behind my name stand for American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia, and C.P. means Certified Practitioner. "The American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia is a national not-for-profit professional membership association of the practitioners, instructors, and schools/programs of the various Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) Forms. The AOBTA® was formed in 1989 when a … Continue reading What does it mean to be AOBTA-C.P.?
