Rose City Acupuncture Blog

I've been saying for decades that acupuncture's meridian system works through a structure we don't have the technology to see yet ... and now we can! The interstitium is a pathway between layers of the body.

How to beat a cold with acupressure: In the past, when people called me with a cold, I told them to come in. Acupuncture is great for the immune system! In the last few years, I have changed my policy. … Continue reading →

Got a headache? The biggest cause is dehydration, so first, have a drink of water. Other common causes are caffeine withdrawal, high blood pressure, stress, low blood sugar, and tight neck muscles. If you have persistent or severe headaches, you … Continue reading →

If you ever attend an event with me, soon you’ll notice people walking around with funny little stickers on their ears. Ear seeds are my mobile acupressure strategy. When people come up to me and ask what I can do … Continue reading →

Yin Tang (pronounced “Yin Tong”) is located directly between the inner borders of your eyebrows. It’s useful for treating sinus problems and frontal headaches, but it’s most often called upon to calm the Shen (spirit). If you are anxious or … Continue reading →

Du-20, BaiHui (Hundred Meetings) BaiHui is located on the top of the head, in a subtle depression above the tips of the ears. It can be used to treat a vast variety of complaints. It can improve sleep, sooth internal … Continue reading →

ST-40 Feng Long is a great point for draining phlegm. Use it when you have a head cold, wet cough, or allergies . Find ST-40 halfway between the knee and the ankle, on the outside of the lower leg. Feel … Continue reading →

The Triple Burner channel relates to the fluid in the upper, middle, and lower body. I believe it correlates to the lymphatic system, since it plays a large part in immunity. The 5th point is named Wai Guan, or Outer … Continue reading →

PC-6, Nei Guan (Inner Pass) Nei Guan is one of my favorite acupressure points. It’s perfectly safe (no contraindications), easy to find (2 finger widths from your wrist crease), and easily available, even in public while dressed. It’s wonderful for … Continue reading →

Large Intestine 4 is the acupoint most well-known by the general public. I first had it taught to me by a riding instructor when I was a kid living in rural Virginia. The name for this point is Hegu, “Joining … Continue reading →

The FIRST thing to know about Fibromyalgia is that it’s real. The SECOND thing to know about Fibromyalgia is that the pain and fatigue don’t have to be forever. So many people, when they are finally diagnosed, have a bittersweet … Continue reading →

Lack of sleep in the middle of the night isn’t always a bad thing, but it sure can be. Insomnia is maddening… it starts out irritating or boring, but over time it affects your energy, your memory, and even your … Continue reading →