Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (TMD) are a group of conditions that cause pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and muscles that control jaw movement, which are often simply called TMJ. TMJ occurs when the lower jaw joints are inflamed or out of alignment, leading pain in the joint as ... Views: 1329
By Li Zheng and David Israel
An Overview of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
It is a common illness that causes digestive distress. It causes symptoms such as bloating, stomach cramps, constipation, and diarrhea. These normally come and go over a period, but may last for days, weeks, or ... Views: 877
Irritation or inflammation of a tendon can cause pain, tenderness around the joint of the affected tendons and may lead to impair function; this is often referred to as tendonitis or tendinopathy. Tendonitis can occur in any of your tendons; the most common joints are the wrists, elbows, ... Views: 828
Acupuncture is a great alternative to consider in reducing pain, stiffness, inflammation, and improving the range of motion, in your knee, shoulder, hip, and other joints, especially after your surgery. Acupuncture can reduce the swelling quickly and reduce the scar tissue in the near ... Views: 765
Premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) can begin in any of the lower heart chambers or ventricles and disrupt the regular rhythm of the heart. This disruption causes the patient to feel a fluttering sensation in the heart or a pounding heart which is the result of skipped beats. PVCs are not ... Views: 1965
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine. Its main focus is to correct any existing imbalances of energy flow also known as 'Chi'. In order to achieve proper balance and functioning of the body, acupuncturists make use of very thin and fine stainless steel needles to stimulate ... Views: 1246
Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and is the most common cause of missing work. Fortunately, there are treatment options to relieve back pain and bring back your healthy life. If you do not want to take medication to numb your nervous system and try to get to the root cause ... Views: 831
Depression is an illness involving the mind and the body and that because it affects how one feels, thinks, and behaves, depression can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems such as sadness, irritability or frustration, reduced sexual drive, insomnia or excessive sleeping, changes ... Views: 2160
Depression is a serious mental health problem with symptoms such as low mood, fatigue, weight change, disturbed sleep, and inability to enjoy daily life despite having money and a loving family. It can significantly interfere with the quality of life and even lead to suicidal thoughts. ... Views: 1251
Glaucoma is a common eye disease that occurs in more than sixty million people worldwide. People with glaucoma experience pathological changes which include the loss of retinal ganglion cells at a much faster rate than the normal aging process and optic nerve atrophy. There are two types of ... Views: 1776
The fundamental principle of acupuncture revolves around the idea that a harmonious flow of vital energy, known as "qi," sustains overall health. When disruptions occur in this energy flow, it is believed to lead to imbalances in the body's systems, potentially affecting reproductive health as ... Views: 337
Infertility brings many challenges to couples; there can be emotional and social impacts. And you are not alone; infertility is a fairly common condition. It may result from an issue with either of the partners or a combination of factors that prevent pregnancy. Fortunately, the chances of ... Views: 844
Mary was born in Boca Raton and attended Boca Raton High School, where she participated in many social activities and helped female professionals gain workplace rights. After graduating, she worked at the Delray Beach Hospital for many years. After reaching fifty years of age, she switched to a ... Views: 936
Peyronie's disease is a condition where fibrous scar tissue gets developed on the penis and makes it curved or shorten. It may cause pain in some cases and prevent men from having sex comfortably. However, it is a non-cancerous condition that does not cause any harm to the rest of the body and ... Views: 660
What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep Apnea has become a common health issue in America. When people with sleep apnea go into a deep sleep, their upper airways are blocked completely, thus the oxygen level will drop to an alarming low level. People can wake up more than 30 times due to the low level of ... Views: 836
The word acupuncture comes from the Latin acus, meaning needle, and punctura or to puncture. This alternative form of medicine, which is a very important part of Chinese medicine, uses fine needles inserted at specific points in the body to relieve pain. Pressure, electric pulses or heat is ... Views: 1103
Can acupuncture for tendonitis really work? Tendonitis relates to acute or chronic inflammation of a tendon, which is an elastic tissue that connects the muscles to the bone. This inflammation can occur in any part of the body and is the body’s protective response against cell injuries or ... Views: 940
Low back pain can be quite debilitating, making it difficult for a person to stand or walk. There could be soreness and muscle spasms that prevent people from leading normal lives. Back pain could also be due to poor posture or inherent medical conditions like herniated disc or degeneration. ... Views: 4649
Dry eye syndrome has become more common with the increasing use of electronics and diet changes. Eye drops are a common solution for the dry eye, but artificial tears are not always effective and do not treat the root cause of dry eye: poor eye circulation and the dysfunction of the tear glands ... Views: 1352
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly found among children. This psychiatric disorder features inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. This mental disorder hampers concentration capacity and creates difficulty in controlling behavior. The symptoms of ADHD appear in the ... Views: 2053
Our Autonomic nervous system consists of 2 branches:
(1) The Sympathetic Branch, also known as the “Fight or Flight” system that allows you to react fast under stress and is more yang in nature.
(2) The Parasympathetic Branch, also known as the “Rest and Digest” system, that relaxes the ... Views: 1297
Acupuncture that is practiced in Palm Beach is an ancient Chinese alternative medicine form that has been in use for as many as 2000 years ago to treat pain and other ailments. There are many schools of acupuncture that have been finely tuned by practitioners the world over, however, TCM or ... Views: 1244
Acupuncture therapy, which is a branch of traditional Chinese medicine, was introduced in the United States in the late 1970’s, and has slowly but surely become one of the best forms of alternative therapies available. Boca Raton Acupuncture Clinic was founded by Dr. Li Zheng and Dr. Changhong ... Views: 1747
Mr. Lin came to Boston for his post doctoral study when he was 30 years old. He had been busy with his study and really enjoyed his coffee and soda because those drinks are cheap and convenient. After Mr. Liu finished his post-doctoral training at Boston College, he found a job in a biotech ... Views: 1116
Characterized by irregular and rapid heart rate, shortness of breath and weakness; atrial fibrillation is a serious medical condition that requires treatment. It can increase the risk of heart failure, stroke and other complications related to the heart.
Evidence-based research found on ... Views: 991
Diabetes has become more common in the last twenty years. Processed foods are loaded with fructose, which is absorbed much faster than fructose in fruits. Women with type II diabetes or glucose intolerance tend to develop Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The common symptoms of PCOS are: high ... Views: 1386
There is increasing evidence that endorphin can enhance our immune function. After surgery and radiation therapy, the immune function is generally suppressed, and infection can lead to complicated medical problems. Using acupuncture can help strengthen the immune function to prevent the ... Views: 3002
Wouldn’t it be great to look and feel better every day? To feel younger and less stressed?
Now, without surgery there is a natural, age old remedy to wrinkles- Chinese Acupuncture.
Skin Aging can be manipulated with two hormones, Cortisol, and Growth Hormone (GH). Cortisol, the stress ... Views: 1202
Allergies refer to the response of your immune system to a foreign substance, like pollen, bee venom, or any food item. Here are a few facts about allergies and the benefits of acupuncture in treating allergies.
Allergies: Symptoms
When you have allergies, your immune system will produce ... Views: 811
Have you been suffering from hip pain due to some injury that you have had in the past or due to age-related osteoarthritis or bursitis? Maybe you have tried different types of treatment over the course of time with no substantial improvement.
There might be one other option for you to ... Views: 659
People prefer to use medications that do not have many side effects. Herbal medicines and alternative medicine barely have any, which is why these forms of medical treatments are making a comeback and more people are opting for them in many parts of the world. Acupuncture is one such form of ... Views: 1624
The hypothalamus contains several groups of nerve cells, which have the ability to impact emotions, regulate body temperature, and control thirst, the feeling of fullness and salt cravings (when sodium levels are too high within the body, the hypothalamus sends a signal to drink fluids). Body ... Views: 1584
Acupuncture is an alternative medical system wherein stainless needles are inserted into specific locations in the body to stimulate those points. Stimulation helps to correct the imbalances in the body responsible for the onset of the disease process. Likewise, in this medical system, also ... Views: 1048
If you are noticing red, white, thick and/or silver patches on your skin or if you are experiencing skin inflammation or flaking, you are probably suffering from psoriasis. Psoriasis is a rapidly growing problem around the world—especially in the United States, where it affects the lives of ... Views: 953
In the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, Boston Chinese Acupuncture stands as a beacon for those seeking the healing benefits of traditional Chinese medicine. Specializing in acupuncture and herbal medicine, our clinic offers a personalized approach to different health conditions such as ... Views: 204
Dry eyes result when tears are insufficient, which prevents the eyes from getting proper lubrication. It can be a result of either having less tears or low-quality tears. Tears are composed of fatty oils and water. They prevent the eye from getting infected and keep the surface clean and smooth. ... Views: 863
Some foreign substances can cause certain immune responses in your body, called allergies. Typically, those foreign substances would be harmless to most people. These substances, known as allergens, may include pollen, pet dander or certain foods. Read on to know more about allergens and how the ... Views: 592
Most young people will have a desire to conceive a child at some point in their life. Pregnancy and carrying a child to term are actually complicated processes, as many factors can go wrong that can lead to infertility. Infertility often leads to a crisis, with social and cultural consequences. ... Views: 1016
If you have never heard of acupuncture and how it can help with your glaucoma, you are in for a surprise. Acupuncture can provide a lot of relief when it comes to this particular eye disorder. In fact, clinics for acupuncture at Delray Beach such as the Boca Raton Acupuncture Clinic have ... Views: 1306
Excess body weight can lead to a host of health problems including high blood pressure, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases to name a few. A majority of overweight individuals fail in their attempt to lose weight due to various reasons. Many people are moving away from modern solutions to ... Views: 1011
Clinical depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. Symptoms include: sad, anxious or empty mood, feelings of hopelessness, pessimism, guilt, worthlessness, helplessness, irritability, loss of interest/pleasure in activities, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, ... Views: 1215
There are 3 main types of human estrogen: estrone, estriol, and estradiol . They occur at a ratio of 15:15:70, according to Dr. Michael Lam, a famous physician specializing in nutritional and anti-aging medicine. Estradiol has the strongest effect on stimulating tissue growth. Estrone is the ... Views: 1195
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese therapy wherein very thin needles are placed at certain points of the body so as to heal the body and regulate the blood flow. There are 12 prime meridians in the body and more than 400 acupuncture points on the regular meridians. The ultra-thin needles are ... Views: 1102
If you live in Palm Beach County, you should check out the popular acupuncture clinic in Boca Raton. The clinic is run by Drs. Li Zheng and Changhong Zhou, licensed acupuncturists and herbalists. Both doctors studied Chinese Medicine at the prominent Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and ... Views: 1303
As spring (and allergy season) go into full swing, the acupuncturists at Boca Raton Acupuncture Clinic have a number of exciting announcements to share. First, Dr. Li Zheng has joined Dr. Changhong Zhou in receiving her license to perform vitamin point injections in Florida. After 60 hours of ... Views: 1557
Histamine can dilate blood vessels to bring more blood flow and white blood cells to local areas, which causes rashes, redness, heat, and pain. This process can help the body clear up damaged tissues or can lead to chronic inflammation or allergies if too much histamine is released for too long. ... Views: 1422
Menopause, the natural state of reduced estrogen and progesterone in females, can bring about many unexpected changes. Many women may experience anxiety, and depression since lowered estrogen has been related to low seratonin, the feel good hormone in the brain. A higher estrogen to ... Views: 1122
A viral infection is caused by microbes called viruses. They can cause mild, moderate and severe diseases. Some may be acute in nature. In case you get a virus, you may not always get sick from it as your immune system will fight it off. Read on to find out how acupuncture and herbs can ... Views: 828
According to the old Chinese tradition, the human body comprises two complementary elements, known as “yin” and “yang” that act as the parts of the life force, called as “qi”. These two elements complement and balance the life force. However, the imbalance of the forces causes illness in humans. ... Views: 1156
Hormones and the autonomic nervous system have to be balanced in order to initiate and maintain sleep. Many studies have shown that acupuncture treatments can help maintain the balance of biological chemicals in the central nervous system and promote the recovery of homeostasis.
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