Acupuncture: A Promising Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) casts a long shadow over global health. Startlingly, half the world’s population may experience at least one TBI in their lifetime [1, 2]. This condition not only contributes significantly to neurologic disability worldwide [1, 2] but also stands as the leading cause of […]
Chinese Medical Perspectives on Longevity: Bridging Ancient Insights on Lifespan and Healthspan with Modern Research into IL-11 Christian Saint-Pierre & Julie Saint-Pierre Abstract This article examines Chinese medical perspectives on longevity through the lens of jīng, the vital essence central to health and ageing, and connects these ancient insights with emerging biomedical research on interleukin-11
Longevity in Chinese Medicine The philosophy of longevity has been central to Chinese medicine for thousands of years. As a practitioner of Chinese medicine, I often hear people express a desire we all share: not only to live a long life but to live a life of health, vitality, and balance. This is what Chinese
In the struggle against seasonal allergies, a surprising hero emerges from the realm of traditional medicine: acupuncture. This ancient practice, often viewed with skepticism, holds the key to a revolutionary approach in managing the sneezes, sniffles, and itchy eyes that plague millions. Seasonal allergies, a global woe, leave sufferers scrambling for relief. Seasonal allergies are
This article delves into the biomedical and TCM perspectives on various types of headaches, exploring how acupuncture can provide relief.
As a practicing acupuncturist in Nova Scotia, the recent CBC News article detailing a disturbing incident involving an Ontario-based acupuncturist, Kyung Chun Oh, left me both aghast and deeply concerned. This case underscores an urgent issue we must address in Nova Scotia: the critical need for acupuncture regulation. As per the article, Oh convinced a
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One Pin Acupuncture Challenge Held at Mic Mac Mall in Dartmouth, NS On May 21, 2023, Julie Saint-Pierre hosted the One Pin Acupuncture Challenge at the “Live Well, Be Well” gathering at the Mic Mac Mall in Dartmouth, NS. The event was a fundraiser for the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, and included both
Chinese Medicine and acupuncture have gained attention in recent years for their ability to treat disease & promote well being. One of the most important aspects that they use to accomplish this is YangShengFa: an ancient lifestyle philosophy that’s all about nurturing life & maintaining balance. This combination of Chinese medicine, acupuncture & lifestyle concepts
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Vertigo is a debilitating condition that can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. For the millions who suffer from it, finding an effective treatment is therefore of vital importance to improve daily function. There are various options available, however one of the safest and most effective vertigo treatments is acupuncture. Vertigo is a spinning,
The event will be at the Saltscapes Expo 2023. We will be offering free acupuncture demo treatments to raise awareness of its effectiveness to treat pain. Our goal is to get rid of 60% of any pain with the use of only one pin. For every extra pin we use, we will donate 1$ per
