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Study: Acupuncture Key for Low Back Pain

Acupuncture for Back Pain Dupont Circle

Studies have shown that acupuncture is very effective for the majority of people with chronic low back pain. To treat back pain, your acupuncturist will insert extremely fine needles into the skin at specific points along meridians. Patients have reported a significant reduction in pain with acupuncture, especially when paired with Chinese herbs. Certainly, these new guidelines show that doctors now agree: Acupuncture is very unlikely to cause any harm and may improve back pain.

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IBS Treatment with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine

IBS Treatment with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine

We treat IBS every day and are highly successful at doing so! When treating IBS, we pair acupuncture with Chinese herbal medicine. Our treatments are aimed at reducing stress and improving the immune system through acupuncture (which lowers the frequency of attacks), and reducing the severity of symptoms through Chinese herbs. Treatment for IBS is highly individualized. There is no "one size fits all" treatment for IBS.

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AcuYoga Workshop

EWG acupuncturist and herbalist Ashley Paraiso is collaborating with local yoga studio Tranquil Space to offer the ultimate relaxation practice - a combined yoga practice and acupuncture treatment.

EWG acupuncturist and herbalist Ashley Paraiso is collaborating with local yoga studio Tranquil Space to offer the ultimate relaxation practice - a combined yoga practice and acupuncture treatment.

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Rest, Renew and Reflect on Your Health

acupuncture dupont circle, traditional chinese medicine (TCM), oriental medicine

The new year is a perfect opportunity to reflect and use that knowledge as a catalyst for change. Acupuncture and Oriental medicine can help achieve the change you seek as it assists in illness prevention, stress relief, minimizes aches and pains, improves energy and you find yourself in better balance. This calm and clarity strengthens your resolve as you start the new year with new goals.

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Acupuncture and Menopause

acupuncture and menopause

With its detailed understanding of the female body, Oriental medicine has always addressed the special needs of women throughout their lives. Menopause, in particular, is an area in which Oriental Medicine shines.

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Acupuncture for Allergies, Dupont Circle

Fight Allergies with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture

Spring, summer and fall are great for picnics, growing flowers and enjoying long strolls with your loved ones. They are also the time for seasonal allergies that ruin all these fun activities. Acupuncture can help!

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