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Is Acupuncture an Effective Treatment for Morning Sickness?

Date15 Dec, 2022

Most pregnant women will get morning sickness during their pregnancy. It is most common during the first three months of pregnancy. Despite its name, morning sickness can occur at any time of the day or night. When morning sickness strikes, you feel like throwing up. In most cases, it is brought on by certain smells or foods. Rarely, morning sickness can turn into hyperemesis gravidarum, the medical term for severe nausea and vomiting. Hyperemesis gravidarum…

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Can Acupuncture Treat Acne?

Date7 Nov, 2022

Acne is a common skin condition which affects around 9% of the global population. Acne occurs when the pores of skin become clogged with oil, dirt, & dead skin cells and can cause pimples. Depending on its severity, acne can scar the skin. No wonder people with acne, especially teenagers and young adults, have low self-esteem. Low self-esteem can lead to mental disorders such as depression and anxiety. Though acne does not pose a serious…

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Top 5 Ways Acupuncture Can Improve Women’s Health

Date7 Oct, 2022

A woman’s body undergoes several changes during the different stages of her life. These changes can affect her physical and mental health as well as lead to health complications. Acupuncture for women’s health is great for alleviating the symptoms from health problems that women experience during pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, and menopause. Here are some ways acupuncture can improve women’s health. Improves Menstrual Health Acupuncture can be used to regulate menstrual cycles and address common menstrual…

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Is Acupuncture an Effective Treatment for Heel Pain?

Date9 Sep, 2022

It is estimated that around two million people in the country experience heel pain each year. Heel pain can range from mild to severe and can affect people of any age. It usually occurs behind or beneath the heel or within the heel bone itself. Heel pain can affect a person’s mobility. Many people with debilitating heel pain are unable to partake in their favorite activities and slowly slide into a sedentary lifestyle. Read on…

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Acupuncture For Birth Preparation

Date12 Aug, 2022

It's normal for a pregnant woman to be nervous about giving birth. Labor and childbirth can be both physically and emotionally exhausting. Medical complications that result from physical changes during pregnancy can cause problems during labor or delivery. If you are anxious about childbirth, consider giving acupuncture a try! For women in San Francisco, pregnancy acupuncture near you can help prepare your body for childbirth. The aim of acupuncture for birth preparation is to prepare…

How Does Acupuncture Results in a High Conception Rate?

Date18 Jul, 2022

According to the CDC, “In the United States, 19% of heterosexual women between the age of 15 and 49 are unable to conceive”. While there can be different causes of its occurrence in a woman, it is not easy to deal with this problem at all. Although advanced healthcare solutions and medical equipment can help couples treat infertility with fertility drugs or surgery, major treatments are not affordable for everyone. On the other hand, acupuncture…

Acupuncture For PMS and Women’s Health

Date7 Jul, 2022

Premenstrual Syndrome (or PMS) is a set of symptoms that women experience between ovulation and a period. Some common PMS symptoms include mood swings and pain in different areas such as the pelvis, abdomen, joints, and breast. The exact cause of PMS is unknown. However, many experts believe that PMS occurs due to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle. PMS symptoms can disrupt a woman’s daily life by causing significant physical discomfort and emotional distress.…

Can You Have Acupuncture While Breastfeeding?

Date17 Jun, 2022

From low milk supply to engorgement, new mothers face numerous breastfeeding challenges. These and other breastfeeding problems can negatively affect the baby’s nutrient intake. Many lactating mothers use acupuncture to manage breastfeeding problems. Acupuncture can help with several breastfeeding issues, such as mastitis and insufficient lactation. It can also treat emotional difficulties that often come with breastfeeding. When performed by an expert, acupuncture in El Cerrito is perfectly safe for lactating mothers. It is 100%…

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