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Dry Needling and Acupuncture use the same needles, so what’s the difference? If you’re looking for relief from muscle pain in Austin, you’ve probably come across both “Dry Needling” and “Acupuncture" in your searches. They use the same needles, so it is normal to wonder what the difference is. It’s also a topic that drives most Acupuncturists a little crazy, because there is a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding. Let's start with what the heck is Dry Needling? It is wh

If you wake up with an achey jaw, notice you are clenching and holding your breath during the day when stress is high, or have had your partner tell you that the sound of teeth grinding in the middle of the night is giving horror movie vibes then it might be time to do something about it. What I often see There is a spectrum from some neck and jaw tension to serious night guard wearing and cannot open mouth wide enough without pain to do a morning teeth cleaning. All of this

We are a culture addicted to being able to get an answer as quick as a super computer can process our question, scan the entirety of the interweb, and then spit out a neat and tidy summary. We are also a bit brainwashed thinking that medical professionals should have the answers to why something is going sideways with our health. So when presented with most clinical issues my answer to why a pathology has manifested is presenting my "Collection of Minor Insults" theory. We a

If you've ever been handed a pack of birth control as the answer to painful periods, irregular cycles, or a PCOS diagnosis, you're not alone. For a lot of women, that's where the conversation ends. Manage the symptoms, come back when you want to get pregnant. But what if the symptoms aren't the problem? What if they're the message from some larger lurking issue? That's the lens Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has always used when it comes to gynecological health — and it's

Continuing the series on hair restoration through a Chinese medicine lens In Part 1, I talked about the modalities I've added to my practice — Microneedling, Red Light Therapy, and Venn’s topical Chinese herb-based Exosomes + PTT-6® growth factors, cytokines, and peptides — and shared my enthusiasm about the results! See Part 1 before and after pics. This time I want to dive into pattern differentiation, or the “why” hair loss happens in the first place through a Chinese Medi

Austin has an interesting population of nightlife loving live music lovers and early morning Matcha drinking yogis. My personal style is probably a blend of both. Whatever camp you identify with it is undeniable that Austin is full of physically active people that make health and wellness a priority. Whether you're training for the Austin Marathon, heavy lifting at the gym to get ready for look cute spring side, trail running on the greenbelt, or dominating Clarksville roads

Why Wet Foods Hydrate The Body More Deeply Than Water Alone Hydration is not just about what you drink. In Chinese Medicine, hydration is a balance of fluid intake in liquid form, eaten bound in food and what is expelled through normal metabolic processes. We have crossed the threshold into Spring and the need for water to nourish Wood and balance the soon approaching Fire of Summer is here. Our Digestion loves warm and moist foods. Warm means they have been cooked and there

Every year there are windows where the Ming Men, or the Gateway to the Kidneys, is wide open. Think of it as a golden opportunity to restore some of that metabolic fire that gets drained as we age and endure the stressors of life. These periods fall during the seasonal transitions between Winter to Spring and Fall to Winter. There is also a summer treatment called San Fu that takes advantage of peak Summer Yang energy to help fortify us for the following Winter. When and What

Treating the Root, Not Just the Hair: A Comprehensive Approach to Hair Restoration Much like spring draws from the quiet stores of winter, the growth of our hair is deeper than just the root. Hair loss in women has historically received far less attention than classic male-pattern baldness. Until recently, it wasn’t fully on my radar either. What I’ve come to see is that it’s far more common than we acknowledge. Often, it is tied to hormonal shifts such as PCOS, postpartum ch

Written in the voice of Moira Rose (mostly for my own entertainment) Today we embark upon a journey into the whimsical world of seasonal allergies, a challenge faced by many, but conquered by the discerning few who dare to explore the delicate harmony of Chinese herbs. Picture, if you will, a garden teeming with life, each herb whispering secrets of healing and rejuvenation. It is here, amidst the verdant tapestry of nature's bounty, that we find solace from the relentless as

As the air finally turns cool and dry your body faces new challenges. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers guidance to eating with the seasons, focusing on balancing elements within the body to strengthen your immune defenses before winter arrives. Understanding Fall Through Traditional Chinese Medicine In TCM, each season corresponds to an element, organs, emotions, and sensory experiences. Fall is linked to the Metal element , which governs the lungs and large intesti

Many of us have visited a quickie foot massage business that soaks your feet in a large hot water basin prior to a therapeutic rubdown....

In the west we love our ice. Iced tea, ice cream, ice in our water, smoothies, and icing injuries. From a Chinese Medicine perspective...

Cupping's history dates back thousands of years. Early references can be found in the Ebers Papyrus, an ancient Egyptian medical text from around 1550 BC. This pivotal document illustrates cupping's vital role in traditional medical practices. The ancient Greek physician Hippocrates mentioned cupping in his writings around 400 BC. These historical accounts highlight its long-standing significance across various cultures. Cupping has roots in many different traditional medicin