I Don’t Like Needles

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Jody James, L.Ac.

“Okay, so the idea of acupuncture is good, helping the body maximize its natural healing ability with no bad side effects.  But getting stuck with needles like a pincushion???  You’ve got to be kidding!” Continue reading →

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How Acupuncture Works

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Jody James, L.Ac.
Medical terms in green are defined at the end of this article.

Acupuncture works with the energy known as Qi, to promote the body’s ability to heal itself.   Qi is accessed through superficial points along meridians that connect all parts of the body and organ systems.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses a holistic approach, Continue reading →

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