Urticaria, commonly known as hives, can be an incredibly distressing skin condition that can occur during any phase of life. While hives frequently occur in children, it is not uncommon for it to develop suddenly and unexpectedly in adulthood. The…

Urticaria, commonly known as hives, can be an incredibly distressing skin condition that can occur during any phase of life. While hives frequently occur in children, it is not uncommon for it to develop suddenly and unexpectedly in adulthood. The…
We all know that water is essential for life. But do you ever stop to think about the water you’re drinking? For some, drinking tap water is the most normal thing in the world. For others, bottled water is the…
Spring has finally arrived in the Midwest. The trees are budding, the flowers are popping up, the insects and other creatures are coming back to life and the allergies are in full swing for many. But we’ll look at allergies…
Music can have a tremendous impact on our mood and emotions. But were you aware that it can also be healing to the mind and the body? Music is nothing more than a collection of sounds put together in a…
Last week we began discussing acupuncture meridians and how science is starting to catch up with what the ancients have known for centuries. This week, we’re going to dive into the properties of the 14 main meridians and how they…
East Asian Medicine believes that energy (also referred to as qi) flows throughout the body much like blood does. When this flow of energy becomes disrupted, symptoms and disease can occur. Acupuncture and other forms of Eastern medicine work to…
We all know someone in our lives, past or present, who claims to be able to predict the weather by how their body feels. Many chronic pain patterns and joint dysfunctions, in patients of all ages, tend to flare up when…
As we start to segue into spring, many people prepare for a few weeks or even months of misery brought on by seasonal asthma and allergies. Unfortunately, the stress associated with this time of year and the rise in pollen…
If you’re someone who suffers from chronic pain or you’re just a weekend warrior that tends to overdo it, this goes out to you. Botanical Biohacking has done it again and hit another home run with their newest formula –…
Adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder, is a chronic shoulder condition characterized by pain, loss of range of motion and decreased upper arm function. This condition can come on suddenly without any warning and can significantly impact someone’s life. And…