Most people who experience Chinese Medicine are intrigued by the methods acupuncturists use to come to a diagnosis. Often times the line of questioning is much more comprehensive than people are used to, and there are a lot of “unrelated” questions that come up during the course of an appointment, questions that often lead to new insights.
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Apr 10
What is Moxibustion?
Besides using needles to stimulate acupuncture points, a lot of practitioners use Moxibustion as part of treatment. Moxibustion is the burning of the herb, Artemisia Vulgaris. Other names for this herb are: Chinese Mugwort, Ai Ye, or the simple nickname, Moxa. Moxibustion definitely has a distinct smell.
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Apr 10
What is “Blood Stasis”?
The Blood, Two Perspectives
Our blood is responsible for circulating oxygen and nutrients to every cell of the body, as well as bringing warmth, and removing metabolic waste products. Western Medicine recognizes the importance of the blood; many tests and diagnoses require that blood be drawn, measured, examined, and analyzed.
