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How I used Chinese Medicine to Lower My Cholesterol, Naturally by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine A couple years ago on during my routine check up I had a bit of a surprise. A physical exam, look to the side and cough, no problems. It was when I got my blood tests back. ... Read on »

Natural Cold Remedies by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Cold season seems to be coming in early this year. People are already coming into my office with the sniffles, sneezes, and headaches.Try these quick natural remedies to prev ... Read on »

More than Acupuncture: Moxibustion, Cupping, and Gua Sha by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine This is the 4th is a series explaining acupuncture and Chinese medicine theory and background.How is acupuncture more than just acupuncture?Acupuncture is one of the most powe ... Read on »

How Acupuncture Works: Channels and Points by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine In my last post, I discussed some of the scientific theories about how acupuncture works. The science is fascinating and there is a lifetime of exploring left to be done. Yet ... Read on »

Acupuncture Stimulates the Body to Heal Itself by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine This is the second in a series of articles explaining what is acupuncture and how it works.Chinese medicine believes in the body’s power to heal itself. As clinicians, ... Read on »

The Theory Behind Acupuncture by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Acupuncture definitions usually sound like this, “Acupuncture is a therapy which is uses small solid needles inserted into specific points on the body to create a physio ... Read on »

Acupuncture for Rotator Cuff Injury by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Rotator cuff tendinitis is an injury that plagues athletes and non-athletes alike. It most often occurs from repetitive actions like throwing a ball, lifting, or even sitting ... Read on »

Follow Up Elbow Treatment by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine A few weeks ago I wrote about treating my elbow injury with cupping and acupuncture. That was the acute stage, and I was able to reduce the swelling and return range of motio ... Read on »

Acupuncture and Cupping for an Acute Injury by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine These last six weeks have been monsoon season here in New York City. Everything was soaked, soggy, and slippery.And that makes for poor bike riding conditions. A few weeks a ... Read on »

Mindfulness for Beginners- A Review by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine We’re often disconnected. We are disconnected from each other, living in our own worlds. And we are disconnected to ourselves, overloaded with stimulus from the inter ... Read on »

Electroacupuncture works for Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is the most common form of prostatitis, yet not many clinicians know how to treat it. I have written about what chronic pelvic pain syndro ... Read on »

Better Habits for Better Sleep by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine In my last post, I wrote about how acupuncture can treat insomnia. But there are also a lot of things you should do on your own.1. Turn off the T.V. at least 30 minutes befor ... Read on »

Acupuncture Cure for the Insomniac Nation by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Sleep. We are supposed to spend one third of our lives sleeping. But for many people, that’s a lot easier said than done.In fact, up to 58% of adults in America compla ... Read on »

Chinese herbs for traveling by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Next week I am going to Mexico, and in addition to being very excited. I am reminded to prepare for my trip by getting some Chinese herbs which can take care of those stomach ... Read on »

Summertime Eight Treasure Tea by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine In my last post, I discussed Chinese medicinal recipes for Summer. This post covers a seasonal tea which helps keep you healthy during the Summer months.Every season has its o ... Read on »

Chinese Medicinal Recipies for Summer by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Herbs as food, and food as medicine Cultures all over the world use food as medicine, adding herbs and spices not only for their good taste but also for good health. Food ther ... Read on »

Acupuncture for Overactive Bladder by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Overactive bladder is a syndrome characterized by the frequent, strong, and sudden urge to urinate. The syndrome can seriously disrupt your life by interrupting your work and ... Read on »

Herbal Soup Tonic by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine In Chinese medicine, the sum of the whole is more powerful than the parts. Often herbs are combined together which make them more effective. That is why herbs are most often ... Read on »

Acupressure for Insomnia, Jet Lag, and Relaxation by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine This acupressure routine helps promote sleep and relaxation. In addition, it can be used for improving concentration and reducing jet lag. Often, I will give my patients thes ... Read on »

What is Acupressure? by Joseph Alban Licensed Acupuncturist

Posted in: Blog Posts in Complementary & Alternative Medicine Acupressure is treatment within traditional Chinese medicine. Chinese medicine therapies influence a system of interconnected channels that run throughout our bodies. These ... Read on »

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