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Modern research on how acupuncture works | Photo by Ousa Chea on Unsplash

Modern research on how acupuncture works

/ Acupuncture / By Fannie

Great PBS video on connective tissue research in relation to acupuncture:

P.S. Here’s a related article from The Scientist magazine on “The Science of Stretch“.

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Christmas came early for me this year! My online s Christmas came early for me this year! My online scheduling system added a feature for customer reviews recently and I discovered a little treasure trove buried amongst the gazillion notifications about appointments. Thank you to all the patients who have taken time to give me feedback! It is an honor and a pleasure to walk through my days in the company of such lovely souls. #grateful #myheartisfull #unexpectedgifts #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #tcm #somervillema #davissquare
I’m going to miss the “neighborhood cafe” ne I’m going to miss the “neighborhood cafe” next to our Airbnb, @pancocafe.ph. Thanks for the great service, solid coffee, and a memorable plate of longsilog! Til we meet again.
New swag is here for Flying Turtle’s 9th birthda New swag is here for Flying Turtle’s 9th birthday!! Which one do you like? White (with black accordion) or red (with white accordion)? Send me a DM if you want me to reserve one for you. (For Flying Turtle friends and family, until supplies last) Logo design by @jfdeguz #popsockets #smallbusiness #localbusiness #womanownedsmallbusiness #davissquaresomerville #somervillema #acupuncture #chinesemedicine #tcm #traditionalchinesemedicine #chineseherbs
Checked out the Hokusai exhibit at #mfaboston at t Checked out the Hokusai exhibit at #mfaboston at the recommendation of one of my fabulous patients and had a wonderful time studying this richly curated collection! The exhibit features Hokusai’s work as well as many other artists influenced by his style, among them John Cederquist’s “How to Wrap Five Waves” chest of drawers 😍. It turns out Hokusai made many turtle sketches! I am more drawn to waterfall prints (including one featuring Chinese poet 李白 Li Bo) and Hiroshige’s bolder colors. (Van Gogh apparently copied “Plum Estate, Kameodo” in oils.) Oh, and the cute guy wearing the Hokusai shirt behind the Lego version of The Great Wave? He belongs to me. 😉 #hokusai #japaneseart #blockprint #ukiyoe
It’s really hazy out there. Stay masked outside, It’s really hazy out there. Stay masked outside, especially if you have respiratory sensitivity like asthma.
Milo approves of the Dog Man series… because it’s all about him, y’know? @capeandislandsbookstoretrail #independentbookstore #buylocal #smallbusiness
For the last two years, I’ve been honored to be For the last two years, I’ve been honored to be able to learn martial arts with a wonderful teacher at @wudaokungfu. Lindsay is fellow #entrepreneur who has been practicing martial arts for over 20 years. It’s been a joy for this visual learner (and klutz) to train with her! Check out the school in Watertown! Adult tai chi classes are on Mon/Wed evenings. #Promoalert: Get 50% off the first month’s membership if you say you’re a friend of Flying Turtle! 😉
Thank you, Dr. Jess, for taking good care of my mo Thank you, Dr. Jess, for taking good care of my mom. Those hands are very important for dispensing treats and scratching necks. #chiropractor #selfcare #womenownedsmallbusiness #localbusiness
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8 years ago, I made the leap and started my own cl 8 years ago, I made the leap and started my own clinic in this shared space with a good friend. I didn't even have a name for my practice yet. What a journey it has been! Thank you all for the love and support all these years! This turtle flies on, ever grateful to have found her ocean. This was taken shortly after moving into what is now called the Turtle Room. I'm wearing my Dumbledore's Army shirt (which I wore to every one of my four board exams) with the tank of a massage bed bought from eBay and a smattering of decor from Target, Ikea and Costco. #beginnings #milestones #anniversary #tbt #eightyears #davissquare #somerville #massachusetts #acupuncture #TCM #chineseherbs #localbusiness #womanownedbusiness #entrepreneur #microbusiness #onewomanshow
Just sayin’…. Another benefit of acupuncture. Just sayin’…. Another benefit of acupuncture. #repost @thewhichdoctor_ Pretty sure it’s science 🤷‍♀️
Finally managed to stop by @capecodlavender farm b Finally managed to stop by @capecodlavender farm before the harvest this year. Restocked on their essential oil so look forward to a fresh batch of handmade lip balm soon! #capecod #lavenderfields #localfarm #shopsmall #massachusetts
New swag! Presenting the next batch of Flying Turt New swag! Presenting the next batch of Flying Turtle shirts In celebration of the clinic’s 8th birthday and featuring gorgeous calligraphy by my ubertalented nephew @tsinoy_calligrapher: 飛龜 are the Chinese characters for flying turtle 八歲 means 8 years old The “birds” are actually the character for eight or 八, pronounced “ba”. Eight eights = “baba”… a little hat tip to my Papa, who would have turned 84 this year. Link to order in bio. All profits will be donated to @wckitchen and @stopaapihate. (Shirt color will likely be a deeper shade of red/maroon and use a soft triblend fabric like last time.) Thank you to @cati_sc for helping me with the design! 😘
The next time I meet another people pleaser who ha The next time I meet another people pleaser who has trouble saying NO, I will show them this. Thanks @captain.sams!
When I explain how acupuncture works, I usually sa When I explain how acupuncture works, I usually say it opens up the body’s energy channels by unblocking what’s blocked. We feel the healthiest and happiest there is a sense of flow. Our bodies know what to do to stay healthy. Let’s get out of its way. ☺️ Posted @withregram • @medicine_mami How beautiful when we work with the body, at its sacred pace instead of forcing or pushing 🕊
Even though ice cream spells “spleen qi apocalyp Even though ice cream spells “spleen qi apocalypse” in Chinese medicine (cold foods, sugar, and dairy are not great - they create dampness in the body), I can’t live without the avocado ice cream from @the_islanders_creamery! It is beyond delicious and does not spike my blood sugar because it is full of good quality ingredients. Also a big fan of the queso, ube, and calamansi earl gray flavors that take me right back to my childhood in the Philippines. So proud of my friend Rowena who is behind this #womanownedsmallbusiness! She also makes amazing custom cakes: @keyks_by_keykgirl Second photo features turtle watercolor art by the wonderful @lizzyraganart #womensupportingwomen #entrepreneur #supportsmallbusiness #icecream #southeastasianfood #filipinofood #tropicalflavors #tcm #foodasmedicine #chineseherbalist
I've had the pleasure of working with a number of I've had the pleasure of working with a number of herbal patients lately... and it really helps when they have a great sense of humor. Wu Ling Zhi is an important herb to move blood, dispel stasis, and eliminate toxins. It is commonly used to address issues like menstrual cramps and uterine bleeding. And yes, Wu Ling Zhi / 五灵脂 / Faeces Trogopterori is technically Flying Squirrel Feces, or the droppings of a farmed fruit bat. Don't ask me whose idea it was to put in medicine... all I can tell you is it works very well for patients who have pain related to heavy bleeding during menses. If you're curious about how Chinese herbs can help you, reach out to me and I'll be happy to answer your questions. #Chinesemedicine #herbalmedicine #Chineseherbs #TCM #dysmenorrhea #wulingzhi #naturalcures #batsarecool
Happy Year of the Tiger! Just like last year, I am Happy Year of the Tiger! Just like last year, I am handing out red envelops to celebrate Chinese New Year. It contains a lottery ticket to tonight’s #megamillions and tomorrow’s #powerball drawing. Who’s feeling lucky?? 恭喜發財，萬事如意！虎年大吉。 #春節 #YearoftheTiger #ChineseNewYear2022
In response to the upcoming blizzard, we are offer In response to the upcoming blizzard, we are offering a free jacket warming service today. Note: Must be willing to leave clothing on floor in order to avail of service #assistant #dogsofinstagram #servicedeliuxe #Milothedog #therapydog
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259 Elm Street, Suite 300B
Davis Square
Somerville MA 02144

Phone : 617-294-9109
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