Written by Marc Wasserman Ph.D. L.Ac. Introduction Infertility is not an uncommon occurrence. In fact, estimates indicate that one in five women, between the ages of 25-40, report using infertility services.* Between the stress of examinations and treatment and the financial pressure, infertility is challenging for many couples. But, in most cases, it is correctable … Continue reading
Written by Marc Wasserman Ph.D. L.Ac. Introduction A concussion is a traumatic injury which may develop into a variety of acute and chronic symptoms, including pain, dizziness, nausea, cognitive impairment, changes in mood and emotions, fatigue, etc. To understand how Chinese medicine and acupuncture can be applied in treatment of concussions it is best to … Continue reading
Written by Marc Wasserman Ph.D. L.Ac. Introduction Depression, according to the World Health Organization, is the leading cause of disability worldwide. People are affected regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, social standing, lifestyle, etc. Understanding of causation is often complicated due to a mix of factors including genetics, physiology, environment, medication or drug use, infection and … Continue reading
Written by Marc Wasserman Ph.D. L.Ac. Introduction Eating is one of the pleasures of life. Flavors and textures and temperatures of our favorite foods delight and the joys of sharing a meal are the hallmark of community and culture. Yet the complexities of diet can bring both health and disease. When acute and chronic pathological … Continue reading
There are many explanations for the mechanisms of acupuncture. With regards to the nervous system, acupuncture can stimulate or inhibit transmission of nerve impulses with respect to the needle location and type of stimulation applied by the acupuncturist. It can promote circulation to specific areas in the body, releasing muscle tightness and allowing for both adequate … Continue reading
The July issue of PLOS ONE included a research article entitled, “Dental Calculus Reveals Unique Insights into Food Items, Cooking and Plant Processing in Prehistoric Central Sudan.” You can find the original article here. The researchers obtained dental calculus samples from several burial sites in Sudan, some dating back over 7000 years. In addition to discoveries regarding cooking … Continue reading
It has been shown in research that stimulation of acupuncture points aligns with activation of specific brain regions. Thus one explanation for the mechanisms of acupuncture is that effects are resulting from stimulation of the central and peripheral nervous systems. In this way we connect our brain and spinal cord with our muscles, tendons, and … Continue reading
Understanding Chinese medicine begins with theory. All modern entry level texts start with a discussion on Yin and Yang, the five elements, the qi, the blood, the Jing, the fluids, the organs and viscera, the channels, and so forth. These construct the foundation for pathology, diagnosis, treatment, and pharmacology. These fundamental concepts setup a system … Continue reading
Flow Health Clinic, LLC
Happy to announce that I’ll now be seeing patients at office locations located in Kensington and Timonium, Maryland. Full consultation, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal medicine services are available. For specifics and to schedule your appointment please visit my website at www.flowhealthlclinic.com
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