In many climates, autumn is characterized by the start of drying and cooling. This time of year is said to be the Yin within Yang. We’ve talked about how Taoist Yin and Yang concepts balance the light and dark found in nature, but in Traditional Chinese Medicine, they also define the two types of energy.
Read MoreHow would you like to spend less time feeling sick this winter? Did you know your secret weapon could be … a scarf? According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, you can greatly reduce your chance of catching the common cold simply by covering your neck.
Read MoreYou’re probably familiar with the shapes of Yin and Yang: intertwined, representing the dark and light sides of nature. But these symbols carry a much deeper and more significant meaning, and they’re a significant part of finding balance through acupuncture.
Read MoreDo you suffer from dull, achy pain whenever it rains? Have you gained weight recently? Many people suffer from something called “dampness.” In Chinese Medicine, dampness is considered an “evil” or a pathogen that invades the body, much like the invasion of a cold germ.
Read MoreOne of my daughter’s favorite shows is “Dear Evan Hansen,” so the music is a regular presence in our house. In the song “To Break in a Glove,” one of the characters teaches Evan about persistence and patience through the process of slowly breaking in a new baseball glove. It’s the hard way, he sings, but it’s the right way.
Read MoreDid you know acupuncture can combat hair loss? I love seeing the results of regular appointments, and treatment for hair loss is one of the most visible ways to see acupuncture in action.
Read MoreDid you know that a lot of painful conditions arise from an unhealthy diet and digestion?
Read MoreHaving trouble sleeping? Acupuncture is amazing for insomnia! One woman that I treat had suffered from insomnia for close to 40 years.
Read MoreThe Women's Health Collaborative held a meet and greet today. It was so great to come together and talk about what we all do to help women. Thanks to everyone who braved the cold and rainy weather to meet us! Our group consists of myself, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor problems, a nutritionist, a lactation consultant, a chiropractor specializing in pregnant and post-partum women, two yoga instructors (one of whom is a doula and the other specializes in pregnant women) and a massage therapist specializing in pregnant and post-partum women. All of us specialize in women’s health. I invite you to watch the video and meet the group!
Read MoreDid you know that many women suffer from pelvic and perineal pain? There are many causes for such pain, including traumatic injuries, giving birth, loose ligaments, aging, sexual abuse and even emotions. Women often suffer in silence because they are embarrassed about it.
Read MoreI am excited to announce the first workshop held by the Women's Health Collaborative! We are a group of female professionals who are dedicated to meeting the needs of women, in particular those who are pregnant or post-natal.
Read MoreOne of the perks of being an acupuncturist is that I can treat myself when something goes wrong. Today, I experienced the classic signs of the start of a migraine, particularly the visual aura. As soon as the aura started, I popped in a needle at a point called Du 20, located in the center of the top of the head. Du 20 is known as the Point of Hundred Meetings because numerous channels meet at this point.
Read MoreMy daughter, Haley Grogan, agreed to perform a video tour of Radiant Sun Acupuncture!
Read MoreThanks so much to everyone who came out in support of Radiant Sun Acupuncture’s open house and ribbon cutting ceremony held on June 5, 2018!
Read MoreOn Saturday, I had the pleasure of attending the CURE Childhood Cancer Association's 5K Run and Fun Walk at Seneca Park.
Read MoreI recently gave a talk to the Victor-Farmington Rotary about acupuncture.
Read MoreDo you suffer from fibromyalgia? Full body pain? Did you know that your symptoms can be helped with two needles in your head?
Read MoreDid you know that acupuncture is a highly effective method for quitting smoking? The average smoker, when going through the withdrawal period, can suffer through up to 20 cravings a day. Acupuncture can reduce these cravings to five to six per day.
Read MoreCold season is definitely upon us! And unfortunately, it’s not uncommon to be exposed to two cold viruses at once, creating what can feel like an endless cycle of head cold after head cold this time of year.
Read MoreSome people are afraid of needles, and because of this, they would never consider getting acupuncture because needles are used during the treatment.
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