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You’ve likely seen the marks left by cupping, as the modality is enjoying a recent bout of celebrity popularity. Cupping is more than a celebrity trend, though. It’s a serious treatment that has been used for thousands of years.  Adam Learner, LAc, and his team at Family Acupuncture and Wellness offer cupping, often as one...

There’s the human microbiome, the oral microbiome, the skin microbiome, and the reproductive microbiome. However, one of the most frequently studied is the gut microbiome and researchers have learned that having an unhealthy gut microbiome can lead to serious health issues.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, our team, led by...

Overactive thyroid, or hyperthyroidism, isn’t as common as the opposite problem. The National Institutes of Health estimates that about 1 person out of 100 over the age of 12 in the United States has hyperthyroidism.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, Adam Learner, LAc, and his team take a holistic approach...

Brain fog is exactly what it sounds like: feeling like you can’t think quite clearly, being unable to focus your attention or concentrate, struggling with memory, and other cognitive problems. Brain fog can make it difficult to work or meet your daily obligations — and it’s very difficult to describe...

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of those conditions that conventional medicine doesn’t always fix. In fact, it typically takes about six years for a patient to be accurately diagnosed!  One of the reasons that Adam Learner, LAc, and his team at Family Acupuncture and Wellness practice functional medicine is that a holistic approach is often best...

Acupuncture is an ancient practice, and you have to think that if it’s been around for thousands of years, it must be helping someone. If it weren’t an effective approach to health, it would have faded away a long time ago.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness our acupuncturists, led by...

The term “belly ache” can cover a number of sensations and none of them are good! Most of them aren’t serious, but if you have belly pain often, it’s a good idea to talk to a medical professional.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, we embrace the practice of functional medicine....

Functional medicine is an approach to health that yields surprising benefits, particularly if you have a chronic condition such as heart disease or diabetes. At Family Acupuncture and Wellness in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Adam Learner, LAc, and his staff approach your health a bit differently.  We begin by placing you...

Understanding your migraine triggers and avoiding them can be an important part of learning to manage migraines so you can live your life. However, if changes in the barometric pressure, temperature, or other atmospheric conditions — the weather — trigger your migraines, you may feel like there’s nothing you can...

Experts estimate that around one-third of people in the United States have a vitamin deficiency. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that more than 40% of adults in the United States have symptoms of an anxiety or depressive disorder. There’s some possibility that the two statistics could be linked.  One of...

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic, incurable disease. Once you have it, you’ll always be at risk of having high blood sugar, which can cause widespread damage throughout your body and affect everything from nerve endings to your heart. The good news is that, although it cannot be cured, type...

Cupping is one component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and it’s the practice of using suction to alter the flow of energy through your body. At Family Acupuncture & Wellness, we often combine it with other modalities to help you reach an optimal level of health. Adam Learner, MAOM, LAc, and our staff may recommend...

According to the American Thyroid Association (ATA), more than 12% of Americans can expect to develop a thyroid problem at some point, yet as many as 60% of people with a thyroid issue don’t know it.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, our practitioners, led by Adam Learner, LAc, understand that...

Even if you don’t have a chronic condition such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may well have ongoing issues with your digestive system. Experts estimate that some 60-70 million Americans do. Happily, there are many steps you can take to improve your gut health and reduce issues. At Family...

Roughly four million people in the United States, or around 2% of the adult population, have fibromyalgia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Getting a diagnosis and treatment plan is often challenging because the disease manifests and responds differently in many people. One common denominator is pain. ...

Arthritis is an umbrella word, used to describe more than 100 different conditions that affect the joints. All types of arthritis cause pain, tenderness, and stiffness in your joints, but a group of types of arthritis that involve inflammation may also cause fatigue.  Fatigue is much more than feeling tired,...

Managing diabetes can feel like a full time job, but by establishing and building habits, you can make living with this chronic condition easier. Diabetes affects many areas of your life, and can have some surprising health consequences. Habits, or actions that you take without even thinking, can make managing...

Almost 5% of people 12 years and older have an underactive thyroid in the United States, and many of them have “subclinical hypothyroidism,” which means doctors are likely to either miss it or not suggest treatment. Your thyroid controls a surprising number of processes in your body and even mild...

You’ve probably heard the cliché a million times: you are what you eat. That’s true in more ways than most people realize. What you consume provides your body with fuel, but it also helps keep the forest of microorganisms in your gut balanced and healthy.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness,...

Researchers and clinicians have known for a long time that pain and depression are associated. Each condition is a risk factor for the other. But no one is sure exactly how the two are linked, and research continues.  The fact that researchers don’t fully understand the relationship between pain and...

Just over 3 million people, or about 1% of the population, have been diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A significantly higher percentage, around 10-15% have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Despite having similar names and impacting the same bodily system, the two conditions are different in important ways.  At Family...

There are more than 80 types of autoimmune diseases, which affect more than 23 million Americans. Women develop autoimmune diseases more often than men, and there are a few other risk factors. But, largely, scientists don’t understand the cause of autoimmune diseases.  Our highly trained providers at Family Acupuncture and...

Before we talk about how chronic stress impacts your health, let’s get something out of the way. From an evolutionary standpoint, stress is a good thing. Whether you need to run from a tiger, or you need to get through the aftermath of an automobile accident that was a “near...

To a certain degree, feeling bloated, belching, and passing gas are perfectly normal. But, if you experience these issues chronically, they could indicate a problem.  Adam Learner, LAc, at Family Acupuncture and Wellness and his staff understand the discomfort and embarrassment that comes with chronic gas and bloating. We also...

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most widespread chronic diseases in the world. In fact, as of 2018, more than 10% of Americans had diabetes, and about one and a half million more are diagnosed each year. The list of potential complications associated with this disease is long, but...

Your digestive system serves a very important role in how well your body functions. You need the nutrients from the food you eat in order for your body to work properly, not to mention for optimal brain function! But, if you have abdominal pain every time you eat, you may...

Conventional western medicine has made some amazing advancements in the last century. Yet, the system has problems as well, and too often leaves patients dependent on the healthcare system. Functional medicine offers a different approach to illness, health, well-being, and quality of life.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, our staff...

Your abdomen is home to your digestive organs. For women, it’s also where many reproductive organs are located. A great many things can go wrong and cause abdominal pain.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, our goal is to keep you as healthy and productive as possible, and that includes helping...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is sometimes called acid reflux, and some people just think of it as heartburn. It happens when the contents of your stomach — including stomach acid — move into the lower part of your esophagus. If it happens more than a couple of times a week,...

Researchers are still learning about the causes of various autoimmune disorders, but there are some things that are well-documented. For example, more women than men develop autoimmune conditions, and certain diseases affect various racial and ethnic groups more severely than others. Autoimmune disorders are on the rise, and affect around...

Inflammation, which is often regarded as a negative thing, is actually part of your immune system’s response to injury or illness. However, when inflammation continues for too long, when it is chronic and uncontrolled, it certainly causes damage. The number of people who have inflammatory conditions, such as allergies, asthma,...

At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, we believe that massage can be a solution, or part of a multifaceted solution, to many different health issues. Our massage therapist is Amy-Mae Court and she’s an expert in the use of an array of massage techniques that are appropriate in various situations.  This...

Your immune system is amazing. It performs surveillance constantly, looking for intruders that could harm your health, while also maintaining a set of barriers to keep intruders out and racing to the first response in case of a breach.  Adam Learner and the team at Family Acupuncture and Wellness understand...

Modern life can be stressful under the best circumstances, and currently in much of the US, circumstances are not great for numerous reasons. Civil unrest and a global pandemic on top of your normal, day-to-day stresses could well be contributing to poor digestive health and/or adrenal fatigue.  The expert practitioners...

At Family Acupuncture & Wellness, our staff is dedicated to help you obtain and maintain an optimal level of health, so that you have the freedom to pursue a life that brings you joy. If you’re overweight or obese, you’re part of a growing segment of the population, but you...

Almost everyone experiences headache pain at some point or other. However, a few circumstances should alert you that what you’re feeling isn’t normal headache pain. At Family Acupuncture and Wellness our team has the skill and understanding to help you successfully manage your headache pain.  When is care necessary?  You...

Adam Learner, L.Ac, and the team at Family Acupuncture and Wellness have treated many patients with thyroid disorder. Their approach is highly personalized and based on your situation, symptoms, blood tests, and goals. Thyroid disorder is remarkably common, but many people don’t even realize they have a problem. Most common...

Sleep is incredibly important for good health and overall well-being. A good night’s sleep offers benefits for your physical and mental health, and being unable to get one can be terribly frustrating.  At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, our expert providers have helped many patients who struggle with insomnia and poor...

At Family Acupuncture & Wellness we believe that your body isn’t a set of seperate systems, but instead functions as a whole entity. Yes, you have a circulatory system and a nervous system, but all of those systems are connected and interdependent.  This informs our staff’s approach to your care....

At Family Acupuncture and Wellness, our staff doesn’t simply treat your symptoms. Instead, we consider your overall health, the root causes of your issues, and any lifestyle factors that may be contributing to your good health or your problems. When it comes to insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, or type 2 diabetes,...

Your thyroid gland is a small part of your body, but when it malfunctions, the impact on how you feel and how your body functions is not so small. Thyroid disorder can make you feel fatigued, disrupt your digestive processes, upset your metabolism, and change your body’s hormone regulation.  At...

Anxiety is so pervasive that it almost seems normal to spend your life in a state of heightened stress and worry. However, there are real health consequences to living with anxiety, and none of them are positive.  If you have anxiety and haven’t found a treatment that works well for...

Anxiety can disrupt your life and has both physical and mental effects that can make working, socializing, and carrying out your day-to-day responsibilities difficult. And, although we tend to think of anxiety as a single condition, there are actually 13 subclassifications of anxiety disorder.  Regardless of the underlying cause of...

Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland, located at the base of your throat. The hormones it secretes control several bodily processes, and when something goes wrong with your thyroid, you may experience numerous symptoms that may not seem in any way related.  Adam Learner, L.Ac, is an expert on...

Chronic pain of any kind can disrupt your life, but chronic headaches, which can cause additional problems such as nausea, light sensitivity, and fatigue even after the headache is over, are especially problematic. You may not be able to stop what you’re doing and go to a quiet, darkened room,...

In 2017, more than 7% of American adults experienced at least one major depressive episode. If you’re one of the millions of people in the US with depression, you understand how it can impact your life.  It’s critical to seek treatment because without it, depression can be life-threatening. However, conventional...

Acupuncture is an ancient practice that is widely accepted in modern medicine as an effective treatment for a range of issues. However, there are plenty of myths regarding acupuncture. We present a few of those myths and counter them with facts in this post.  Myth 1: Acupuncture is painful It’s...

Just over 26% of adults in the United States are considered obese, and many more are classified as being overweight. The health consequences of being overweight can be dire, as excess weight has been linked to numerous chronic conditions from sleep apnea to heart disease. The struggle to lose weight...

Functional medicine is an approach to good health that begins with understanding the underlying causes of your symptoms. There are many examples, but here’s a common scenario that illustrates the difference in functional and conventional medicine: It’s early afternoon, and you have a headache, so you take an over-the-counter pain...

Approximately 30.3 million Americans, or 9.4% of the population, have diabetes, and another 84.1 million people have prediabetes, which if not treated can lead to Type 2 diabetes within five years. Conventional treatment for the disease often involves medication and monitoring, but Functional Medicine provides an effective alternative to pharmaceutical...

Your thyroid gland, which is located just below your larynx, regulates your metabolism. When there’s a problem with it, you may experience a number of different symptoms. Your thyroid produces two main hormones: triiodothyronine, or T3, and thyroxine, or T4. Common thyroid disorders There are several common thyroid disorders, and...

If you’ve seen the phrase “functional medicine” and wondered how it differs from other kinds of medical care, this post is for you! Here at Family Acupuncture and Wellness, we approach your medical care from the perspective that you’re a whole person, and all of aspects of your body affect...

Many people are under the impression that there’s no possible way sticking needles in your body could decrease pain. Yet, acupuncture has existed for more than 2,500 years as a therapeutic approach, and recent scientific studies have shown that it’s an effective treatment for chronic pain, as well as other...

In order to understand how functional medicine can alleviate the symptoms of adrenal fatigue, you have to understand how functional medicine approaches treatment and the definition of adrenal fatigue. First, let’s look at adrenal fatigue. Your adrenal glands and why you’re so tired Your adrenal glands are located just above...

Nearly everyone has a headache at some point in their lives. However, a migraine is not classified the same as other headaches, for several reasons. The American Migraine Foundation notes that “migraine is a neurological disease and there are a number of different subtypes of migraine.” If you have a...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), some 50 million US citizens had chronic pain in 2016. If you’re one of them, you understand how chronic pain can change your life, limiting your activities, affecting your moods, impacting your relationships, and lowering your quality of life. Pharmaceutical...

The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that as much as 30 percent of the adult population in America could be dealing with untreated anxiety disorders. While most people understand anxiety can negatively affect their emotional well-being, few realize the toll it also takes on their physical health. Even fewer people...

You probably don’t think much about the function of your thyroid -- until you’re not feeling well and don’t know why. This small, but vital, gland controls several body functions that keep you feeling your best. Vague symptoms can be frustrating. But don’t worry, because our trusted team at Family...

Few people want to experience headaches or migraines, and most will try to avoid doing things that may start an episode. Yet some people may not be aware of the trigger connection between headaches and consumables. Certain foods and drinks may start the process that results in headache or migraine...

An estimated 40% of adults in America use complementary health approaches to improve their wellness and more are discovering the benefits every day. The goal of functional medicine is to identify and address the underlying cause of imbalances in the body that lead to a disease state. Functional medicine practitioners...

Do you feel alone in your battle against headache and migraine pain? Does it sometimes feel that no one truly understands your struggle? Here at Family Acupuncture and Wellness, we understand and want to offer treatment that works. That’s where functional medicine comes in.Headache and Migraine SufferersThirty-nine million men, women,...

An estimated 20 million people suffer from some form of thyroid dysfunction. If you have symptoms or have recently received a hypothyroid diagnosis, your doctor may have told you that it is easily treated with a pill that you take daily to replace the hormone your thyroid isn’t making. The...

Acupuncture opportunity, but highly preventableA recent report in the Archives of Internal Medicine suggests that America may be headed for an epidemic of low back problems.The researchers, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, found that the proportion of people suffering from long term, impairing low back pain...

Pine bark supplement may help arthritis sufferersI read this study recently, and as Pycnogenol is one of the ingeredients in a product that we commonly recommend, ISO-OPC, I wanted to share it. This is another study which demonstrates this amazing anti-oxidant’s ability to reduce inflammation, and it seems that the...

Response to Newsweek ArticleI have copied below a response that I posted online to an article written by the medical reporter David Noonan that appeared in the January 26 issue of Newsweek titled, “My elbow is killing me!”  Hits on a couple of issues that are near and dear to my heart. ...

Energy medicine effective in pain management according to new studyI am often asked my opinion of the efficacy of several of the more common energy medicine modalities (i.e. Qigong, Reiki, Therapeutic Touch, etc). Although I have personally had some very interesting experiences with energy work, and do believe that there...

Turmeric Benefits Acupuncture PatientsOne of my favorite medicinal spices, turmeric has been used in India for thousands of years.  It has many uses, including flavoring food, and as a dye.  However, it is the medicinal uses of turmeric that are attracting increasing attention in the west.Turmeric’s medicinal properties have been...

As many of you are aware, I am always deeply, (and often vocally) suspicious of wives’ tales and superstitions.  Thats why I found this slideshow on Scientific American both fun and interesting.  They took a hard scientific look at several common myths about pregnancy.  Suprisingly, some of the myths look like they...

Acupuncture and Knee PainA recently published report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) examines the effectiveness, safety, and adverse effects of various common treatments for osteoarthritis of the knee.These include:•    Glucosamine and chondroitin supplements•    Fluid injections•    Arthroscopic surgery•    Pain medicationsThey concluded that the first three of these treatments for...

Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory DietAcupuncturists treat many patients with inflammation – for example, arthritis – but did you know that inflammation is also a component of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and strokes?Inflammation itself is not a bad thing – it is a normal part of the body’s...

An Acupuncturist’s Take on Antibiotics for Sinus InfectionsAs an acupuncture practitioner, I’m constantly amazed by the extent to which doctors prescribe – and patients demand – antibiotics.A classic example is the use of antibiotics to treat sinus infections.  A new study, conducted at the University of Southampton in England, has...

Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine effective in treating EczemaWorking with acupuncture and herbal medicine, as I do, gives me the opportunity to treat patients with a wide variety of symptoms.  One issue we treat repeatedly at our practice is skin conditions.  Although this is something many people don’t at first associate...

Herbal Medicines Effective for GI DisordersAs practitioners of so-called ‘alternative medicine’ it sometimes seems that we are constantly on trial.  Whereas newly approved medications, with their often multiple and harmful side effects, are deemed to be ‘proven’ successful, a treatment like acupuncture or herbal medicine, which merely boasts thousands of...

Pop Quiz: How much water do you need to drink per day?If you answered “eight eight-ounce glasses of water per day” you would certainly have given the answer most commonly cited – you would also be wrong!Eight eight-ounce glasses of water per day has been repeated so often that almost...

Fish Oil: My Favorite SupplementMany of our acupuncture patients ask if there are any nutritional supplements that we recommend for their specific condition, and fish oil is clearly the one I recommend most frequently. Based on both my clinical experiences and and recent research findings, I believe in its ability help...

Acupuncture More Beneficial than Medication for Hot FlashesAs acupuncturists specializing in the treatment of women’s health issues, one of the most common issues that Betsy and I treat are hot flashes and night sweats.  Whereas they occur most often in peri-menopausal women, they can have other causes them as well. ...

Whose Interested in Cutting their Risk for Chronic Disease by 80%?Our acupuncture patients are constantly asking us for lifestyle advice to stay healthy.  This is proper,  as it is a  fundamental principle of Chinese Medicine that its always better to prevent a disease than to treat one that has already...

Chinese Medicine and MigrainesChinese Medicine and MigrainesApproximately 28 million Americans suffer from chronic migraine headaches.  No exact cause of migraine headaches has been discovered but they are known to be related to blood vessel constriction, and inherited abnormalities.1  Researchers have recently identified a gene called TRESK, which can trigger pain...

Probiotics, Digestive Health, and Weight LossIn our acupuncture clinic, patients are routinely asking us for advice about diet, supplements, and issues surrounding weight loss.  One topic that comes up repeatedly is probiotics.  Let’s take a look at what probiotics are and what role they play in the body.Our digestives systems...

Acupuncture for Weight LossAcupuncture for Weight LossA new study released on 6/29/10, shows obesity rising in 28 states in the past year.  Over two-thirds of states have adult obesity rates over 25%.  According to the most recent National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), 66% of American over age 20...

Why Infrared Sauna?In our acupuncture clinic, we are constantly looking at safe, effective, natural ways to help patients improve their health.  We are excited to announce that after conducting a bunch of research, we have added a Far Infrared Sauna to our office, and are confident that it will provide...

Chinese Medicine for Seasonal AllergiesAcupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Seasonal AllergiesFall allergy season, which can run from mid-August until October, affects approximately 36 million Americans.  The most common allergen in the fall is Ragweed Pollen and unfortunately for those with allergies, the northeast is one of the most prevalent areas...

Cardiovascular Exercise, Heredity and your BrainCardiovascular Exercise, Heredity and your brainWe all know that exercise is good for us.  So why isn’t everyone doing it?  Are some people just lazy?  The answer may not be that simple.Many studies are illustrating the genetic, hormonal links to exercise and our physical and...

Acupuncture, Back Pain, and How I Know that We’ve Arrived!While recently doing research for a patient, I came across this quote on the Mayo clinic website:  “When performed properly by trained practitioners, acupuncture has proved to be an effective therapy for back pain.  Several studies have found that acupuncture can...

Our Top 10 Tips to Staying Healthy this WinterWe are now into the heart of autumn, and that means that cold and flu season is just around the corner.  Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine practitioners have always placed a huge premium on preventing disease whenever possible, and as there are...

ArthritisOctober 12th-20th was Bone and Joint National Action week.  The goal is to raise awareness of the possibilities for prevention, management and treatment of all forms of arthritis.  We decided it was a good time for a blog on Arthritis.Arthritis is the leading cause of physical disability today.  Currently, 22.2...

Our Top Cold Fighting SecretAs acupuncturists, we are constantly around sick patients.  We actually encourage sick people to come in and be around us!  Last week on our blog, we posted an article about the top 10 ways to prevent getting sick this winter.  Today we’ll discuss how we treat...

Endocrine Disrupting ChemicalsEndocrine Disrupting ChemicalsThere has been a great deal of speculation as to the true effect that chronic exposure to common toxins might have on our health.  Acupuncturists have traditionally attempted to bring attention to these issues, but their opinion has consistently fallen outside of the mainstream.  As more...

Treating Thyroid Problems with AcupunctureWhen functioning properly, the thyroid gland secretes just the right amount of thyroid hormone to regulate almost all the metabolic processes in your body. Too much or too little of these vital body chemicals and it can drastically influence energy levels, body weight and your mental...

Acupuncture for Endocrine HealthThe endocrine system is responsible for hormonal functions in the body and produces in excess of thirty distinct hormones each of which has a very specific job to do. This system controls your physical growth, mood, hormone output, reproduction, mental functionality, and immune system. When not working...

The Magic of MassageMassage therapy has now been proven a viable treatment option for low back pain. This is great news, since it is the number one reason people see their doctor. While it has been known for awhile that structural massage helps relieve back pain, recent studies have shown that Swedish massage...

Overcoming Cancer with AcupunctureDealing with the challenges of cancer can be a traumatic experience both emotionally and physically. Thankfully, there are many alternative therapies and adjuncts that can help ease the process. In fact, there have been several studies and clinical trials indicating the positive impact that acupuncture can have on...

Understanding the Body’s Defense TeamDid you know that 80% of our immune system resides in our intestines?  This is key to understanding how to keep the sniffling, sneezing, and achy muscles at bay.  Unfortunately modern eating habits, long term stress, and prolific antibiotic use deplete the internal flora that compromises our immune...

The Many Roles of the Immune SystemMost people tend to think of their immune system in terms of protection against a cold or flu. In actuality, the importance of your immune system is much greater. Our immunity plays an immense role in the quality and length of our lives.For example, proper immune...

Healing Benefits of Infrared SaunaIt’s hard to think of a more enjoyable way to relieve pain, assist detoxification, and speed the healing process than relaxing in a sauna. We are not talking about just any sauna; research has shown Infrared Saunas to be more cleansing than traditional saunas due to the deep...

Not Just For Your Brain What if you could resolve fertility issues, eliminate chronic pain, and lose weight all with one supplement? Sound too good to be true? The fact is that fish oil has been scientifically proven through numerous studies to do just that and more. Fish oil contains two fats...

The Gift of CalciumI recommend and take myself 5 daily supplements: probiotics, mulivitamin/mineral, fish oil, magnesium, and calcium.  The combined affect of these supplements has a synergistic affect in the body.  Take for example, calcium: without magnesium or vitamin D, its absorbability and utilization within the body decreases dramatically. Calcium is an important mineral...

Circulation Affected by Belly FatA study recently conducted by the Doctors at the MayoClinic revealed that as little as 9 pounds of additional fat around the waistline (otherwise known as visceral fat), will impair blood flow to the entire body.   Good blood flow is not only important for cardiological implications, but is...

Emotion ManagementA state of distress causes stress…According to Oriental medicine, stress, frustration, and unresolved anger play a role in disrupting the immune system and allowing pathogens to affect the body.  Dr. Tao Xie, our herbal medicine mentor who is very well known for his success in the treating of patients with immune...

How Massage Helps at the Cellular LevelPut away your pills and knead away your aches and pains instead.  The same mechanisms that are associated with anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce pain are now believed to be at work with massage.  While there has been plenty of studies demonstrating the feel good affects...

Boost Your Chances of ConceivingBoost your chances of conceiving by combining Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with your fertility treatments!Tel Aviv University researchers have discovered that TCM herbs and acupuncture in combination with intrauterine insemination (IUI) significantly increased fertility rates when therapies were administered side by side.Of the 29 women who participated,...

Needling Away at StressDo the idea of needles stress you out? You might change your tune after an acupuncture treatment. Acupuncture is already a well known therapy to relieve stress, as many of our patients can attest to. There is also biological proof that acupuncture can reduce stress, even chronic cases,...

Herbs Proven to Reduce Chemo EffectsDo the idea of needles stress you out? You might change your tune after an acupuncture treatment. Acupuncture is already a well known therapy to relieve stress, as many of our patients can attest to. There is also biological proof that acupuncture can reduce stress, even...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month–Very Special OfferOctober is National Breast Cancer awareness month.  Many people are probably aware of this, thanks to the many organizations that have been actively promoting it.  However, many people have not yet heard about the many documented benefits that acupuncture offers cancer patients. Having seen...

The Endocrine System and Your HealthFor February we are focusing on Endocrine Health. This time of year we often find ourselves battling the common cold, calling out of work with the flu, and fending off the winter blues. Most of us don’t realize that all of these “winter ailments” can...

Can Acupuncture Help Insomnia?Put Insomnia to Rest!Our society puts a premium on our waking hours, and we thus have the tendency to underestimate the importance of a full-night’s sleep. Millions of people who suffer from insomnia look for quick fixes instead of exploring the root causes of the problem. Sleep...

Acupuncture and Your Digestive HealthWe hope you enjoyed your summer and are looking forward to a healthy fall! We know that at some point almost everyone has digestive upset.  Sometimes this can affect your day to day life so much that it becomes unbearable. So what are you options besides...

THANK YOU FOR MAKING US #1!We are so proud to announce that our amazing patients have voted us #1 Acupuncture Office in the Seacoast.  Thank you so much for your continued support.  Without the patience, trust, and loyalty of our patients and friends we wouldn’t be able to do what...

Mayo Clinic Study Proves Functional Medicine Works for FatigueThis is very big news, and and it has the Functional Medicine world buzzing.  If anyone is interested, I would be happy to send you a copy the study in its entirety–just send me an email requesting it.As the women in this...

Adam appears on NH1 News—Cupping for Muscle Tightness and PainThis past Thursday Adam made his TV debut with a short spot on NH1 News. There has been considerable interest in Cupping generated by the Olympics in Rio as several athletes have appeared sporting the characteristic purple “Cupping marks”. News outlets...

Low Carb vs. Low Fat DietsLow Carb vs Low Fat DietsOne of the key elements of a healthy lifestyle is diet.  In our acupuncture clinic, we try to educate patients based on the most available scientific research.   In the ongoing diet debate, a new study has shown low carbohydrate diets...

by Lindsey SissonOften in clinic patients want to know how acupuncture can take their pain away, immediately and long term. How does this work? Why does it work? Why would you put a needle way over there if my pain is right here!? There are two ways we can answer...

 When people find out that we specialize in the treatment of fertility issues, the vast majority of people are shocked to learn that acupuncture can significantly benefit couples that are struggling with fertility issues.  The next questions we almost always get is, “How does acupuncture affect fertility?”Its a complicated question...

Family Acupuncture wins for 3rd year in a row!We are excited to announce that readers of SeacoastOnline.com and the newspapers of Seacoast Media Group (The Portsmouth Herald, The Exeter News-Letter, The Hampton Union, The York Weekly, The York County Coast Star) have once again awarded us with its Readers Choice...