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.
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.
Safety Concerns when Needling the Pelvis
Needling the pelvis, especially in the context of pelvic health interventions such as trigger point needling, dry needling or Ashi point needling, requires careful attention to safety considerations. Safety concerns associated with needling the pelvis are..
Pelvic Floor Symptoms? Your Acupuncturist Can Help!
If you’re experiencing urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, prolapse or any other condition of the pelvic floor, you don’t need a research study to tell you that your life is impacted by your symptoms. But there’s some good news! Your acupuncturist might have the keys to help you!
What to look for in a Pelvic Care Acupuncturist!
If you’re looking for pelvic care support, you’re probably feeling pretty vulnerable. Finding the right pelvic care acupuncturist is important to begin this healing journey. The person you work with has to be someone who you feel comfortable with AND knows what they’re doing!
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.