by Scott | Jan 28, 2025 | Activism, Acupuncture, Citizen Science
In the United States, where authoritarian ideologies and systemic inequalities are on the rise, the simple act of providing acupuncture treatments to underserved populations is a profound form of resistance. For acupuncturists, especially those committed to the dual...
by Scott | Sep 5, 2024 | Acupuncture, Patients, Personal
Often I am asked the question, “Can acupuncture be used for ___________ [condition]?” My answer is almost always a resounding “yes.” Is this because when you have a hammer every problem looks like a nail? Is it because I believe that acupuncture can solve every...
by Scott | Sep 2, 2024 | Acupuncture, Patients, Personal
Patients in my clinic are sometimes confused by the fact that my style of treatment often doesn’t match that of acupuncturists they have seen previously. This is a natural response. I like to say, “There are as many ways to practice acupuncture as there are...
by Scott | Aug 28, 2024 | Acupuncture, Food Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Holistic Health, Patients
Healing holistically is not exactly an intuitive process in the patient’s mind. I have come up with twelve “keys” that may help to increase your understanding of how holistic healing works. 1. People are an inseparable part of their environment and are affected by it...
by Scott | Aug 26, 2024 | Acupuncture, Hospitals, Patients, Personal
It is not uncommon to hear colorful reports from my patients after their acupuncture sessions. Common are reports on the movement of energy, sensations throughout the body or in specific areas, or activation of affected body parts during treatment. Mostly, these...
by Scott | Aug 22, 2024 | Acupuncture, Holistic Health, Hospitals
Risk management is a major concern of hospital physicians and administrators for good reason. Hospitals in the U.S. operate within an overly litigious society and are generally big targets for lawsuits. This article will address managing the risks associated with...
