Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Blog
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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.
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!
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
tHE peLVIC aCU - Virtual OPEN HOUSE
The Pelvic Acu - Virtual Open House Wednesday December 11 at 12 noon EST 20 Minute Webinar - Bringing Pelvic Care to Your Biz Meet The Pelvic Acu Q+A Raffle Prizes including free PDAs/CEUs
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.
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.
Sept 11TH lIVE iNTRO tO PELVIC CARE
Check out this recording of my LIVE Pelvic Care for Acupuncturists Introductory course!
The Pelvic Acu Live | Hallandale, FL
Pelvic Care 2 Day Live Practical! Join us in Hallandale Beach, FL, just between Fort Lauderdale and Miami, offers quintessential Florida charm in the heart of the bustling Miami Metropolitan Area. It is the perfect November destination! We'll be hosted at the beautiful SOFLO Acupuncture and Wellness Studio!
The Pelvic Acu Live | Portsmouth, NH
Pelvic Care 2 Day Live Practical! Join us in Portsmouth, NH, home of The Pelvic Acu and a historic, quintessential New England city, founded in 1653. Portsmouth is a charming seaside town, with lots of art galleries, shops and overall charm. Portsmouth’s location is 1 hour from Boston and provides easy access to Maine and Massachusetts.
Pelvic Care intro Webinar - FREE
Our last Free Pelvic Care Intro Webinar was so popular, we’re bringing you another opportunity to join us!!! Live online, September 11, 2024 at 12 noon EDT. A replay will be available shortly after the course. Our Pelvic Care Intro Course will give you the insight you need to determine if Pelvic Care is for you and if Dr. Krystal is the right instructor for you! In just one hour, we’ll discuss the impact of acupuncture on Pelvic Health and some of the techniques and tools you already know to start treating the pelvis.
Pelvic Care Introduction Webinar
Check out my Introduction to Pelvic Care for Acupuncturists Webinar to see if brining Pelvic Care into your practice is right for you!
8 Reasons Acupuncturists should take a Pelvic Health Continuing Education Course
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or Professional Development Activities (PDAs) in pelvic health can offer acupuncturists specialized knowledge and skills to enhance their practice.
9 Things to Consider when selecting a Pelvic Care CEU / PDA Class
Pelvic Care for Acupuncturists is super specialized and if it’s piqued your interest, it’s important to choose the right course system for your needs. This endeavor will likely require an investment of both time and money. Here are ten things to consider when selecting a pelvic health class:
What your client needs to know about their pelvic floor.
Clients who are curious about the pelvic floor and associated dysfunctions as well as those who present with pelvic floor patterns can really benefit from a little bit of understanding and some education. Clients who understand their pelvic floor function have a much greater opportunity to participate in the healing and leaning into the support you’re offering.
Unique Ways Your Acupuncturist Can Support Your Pelvic Health!
If you’d had acupuncture before, you might know that acupuncturists are often really good at moving the needle (pun intended) where other more traditional methods have failed. That’s because our outlook on the body is a little bit different than other healthcare practitioners. We see the body’s energetics, emotions and physicality.
Is an acupuncturist qualified to treat pelvic health issues?
You might have heard of Kegel exercises for your pelvic floor. You might have even heard of PT’s that work with the pelvic floor, but did you know that acupuncturists can support your pelvic health?
Benefits of adding Pelvic Care to your Acupuncture Practice
Long before becoming an acupuncturist, I became a PT and over time came to specialize in Pelvic Health, specifically dry needling of the pelvic floor and surrounding structures. I became an acupuncturist to go deeper into the spirit of the points and gain deep understanding of the organ system energetics. I fell in love with the impact a needle can make on a physical, emotional or energetic level.