Tag: Chinese herbal medicine

Skin Conditions Treated With Chinese Medicine

One of the lesser-known uses of Chinese medicine is for the treatment of dermatological disorders. In my practice, I have treated people for many skin conditions, including acne, warts, psoriasis, scars and poison ivy. Both acupuncture and Chinese herbs seem to be effective for these issues,

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Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis With Acupuncture

According to a study published in the journal Clinical Rheumatology, acupuncture may be as effective as medication in treating rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. Patients’ symptoms were rated based on joint tenderness, swollen joints, morning stiffness, and quality of life. While this was a small study and there

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Spring Weather Brings Allergy Symptoms for Many

For people with seasonal allergies, this lovely spring weather can lead to some unpleasant symptoms.  Seasonal allergies related to pollen can affect us in the spring, summer, or fall.  The predominant pollens right now in Massachusetts are tree pollens, such as Cedar, Juniper, and Poplar.   Grass

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