Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Blog

Welcome to our blog where we talk about the science behind Acupuncture, Classical Chinese Medicine, and achieving optimal health, well-being and consciousness.

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Empowering Women’s Health: Dr. Krystal Couture’s Chinese Medicine Wisdom on A League of Our Own

On “A League of Our Own,” host Ashley Blum sat down with Dr. Krystal Couture to explore how Chinese medicine and acupuncture support women at every turn of life’s great cycle. Here’s a closer look at their conversation—and why these time‑honored practices deserve a place in modern women’s health care.

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The Pelvic Bowl - ep1

The Pelvic Bowl: Deep Conversations with The Pelvic Acu, Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, DPT, LAc is a video podcast dedicated to acupuncturists bringing pelvic health to the forefront of their wellness practices. In this episode we feature Dr. Ilana Harms of Ilana Harms Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, based in Oakland and San Francisco, California.

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QIOLOGICAL E396 - ROOT AND POWER-ATTENDING TO THE PELVIS

The body holds experience in layers—some are structural, some energetic, and others deeply emotional. Nowhere is this more evident than in the pelvis, a place of both power and vulnerability, stability and flow. It’s the root of movement, the center of balance, and a space where emotions and history are stored, often in ways we don’t fully recognize.

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The Pelvic Acu Featured on the Acupuncture Marketing School Podcast

I am excited to share that I was recently featured on the Acupuncture Marketing School podcast which is hosted by the amazing Michelle Grasek! In this episode, I had the opportunity to discuss my passion for pelvic health acupuncture and share insights on how I have grown my practice through strategic marketing.

During the podcast episode, I share some of the key marketing strategies that have helped me build my practice, especially after relocating.

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My Why: A Journey into Pelvic Health

Since 2009, I’ve been on a transformative journey—a journey rooted in bringing Pelvic Care to Acupuncturists. What began as a seedling of an idea has blossomed into a mission to empower practitioners to address pelvic health challenges at their core. 🌱I teach pelvic health to acupuncturists because I believe we are uniquely positioned to treat not just the symptoms of dysfunction but its true source. This means addressing the physical, emotional, and energetic patterns that underlie pelvic health challenges.✨ My journey to this understanding has been deeply personal and profoundly transformative.

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YEAR IN REVIEW

Since our launch in July 2024, some amazing things have happened! Let’s take a walk down memory lane. We are so grateful for these amazing opportunities!

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AS FEATURED IN USA NEWS

The Pelvic Acu, founded by Dr. Krystal Lynn Couture, PT, LAc, is transforming how healthcare providers address pelvic health. With a focus on holistic care, The Pelvic Acu provides continuing education for acupuncturists eager to integrate pelvic health into their practices.

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2025 PELVIC CARE COURSE LINEUP

We are so excited to announce our 2025 Pelvic Care Practical Lineup. We are going to be offering the Pelvic Care Live 2 Day Practical at 6 different locations this year! This is hands on experience for acupuncturists who wish to bring pelvic care into their practice. (16 PDA's/CEU's) We will cover everything from safety and ethics to learning how to do a full treatment and evaluation. We hope to see you at one of these locations next year!

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New FEATURE IN DIGITAL JOURNAL

“The Pelvic Acu Announces Comprehensive Training Program to Revolutionize Pelvic Health in Acupuncture…. The Pelvic Acu launches specialized courses for acupuncturists, equipping practitioners with holistic approaches to address pelvic health challenges and improve quality of life.” -Digital Journal Dec 2024

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THE JAW & THE PELVIS

The Jaw & The Pelvis Webinar, Sunday November 17th @ 1:00 pm Eastern time. Join Dr. Krystal Couture and Michelle Gellis as they talk about the fascinating connection between the two.

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THE PELVIC ACU AFFILIATE PROGRAM

If you’ve met The Pelvic Acu, taken her courses and just can’t wait to share Pelvic Care with your Acu Besties, we’ve got just the thing for you. The Pelvic Acu Affiliates make 10% commission on sales of the Advanced Certificate, Live Practical and Online Bundle. Click the link below and login or create an account with podia. You will have access to three links you can promote and share with your audience.

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The jAW & The Pelvis

Dr. Krystal Couture and Dr. Michelle Gellis discuss The Jaw & The Pelvis. The connection between the pelvic floor and the jaw is one rooted to week 3 of embryonic development. In this course, we’ll talk about the unique anatomical and energetic similarities between the pelvis and the jaw. We’ll cover basic pelvic and jaw anatomy, local treatment, spirit of the points, sinews, and extraordinary vessels.

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