Tag: stress

This Isn’t Working

Recently, I had a patient ask me an interesting question: Do I ever tell a patient that acupuncture isn’t working for him/her and s/he should stop doing it? Certainly, there are people who don’t seem to respond to acupuncture. But it’s a tough call to know

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What’s Your New Year’s Resolution?

Getting healthy is always at the top of New Year’s resolution lists, whether the goal be to quit smoking, lose weight, or manage stress. However, many people are discouraged because they have attempted these resolutions before, without success. Maybe 2009 can be your year to try

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Reminder: New Office Open in One Week!

Our Worcester office will be open starting Monday, January 5, 2009. That’s just one week away! We are taking appointments now for the first week of January; just call the office at (508) 890-8899. How do you know if acupuncture is right for you? See our

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Free Acupuncture for Veterans in Framingham

This past Saturday, I volunteered at Veterans Acupuncture Care (VAC) Metrowest in Framingham, MA. VAC offers free auricular (ear) acupuncture treatments for veterans and their families. The treatments are primarily geared toward stress reduction, but like all forms of acupuncture they help to restore balance in

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Keep Your Heart Happy This Valentine’s Day

Here’s another incentive to maintain a positive outlook on life; you might just boost your heart health. Researchers are looking for the reason that happy and optimistic people are often healthier.  A recent study done at University College London found that men and women who were

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