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Acupuncture Can Help Pain
Acupuncture is a good treatment option if you struggle with any kind of chronic pain in your life. Chronic pain is a significant condition that affects millions of Americans. Acupuncture is a therapeutic technique that involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific points on the body. Acupuncture has been proven effective for the…
Read MoreOsteopathic Manipulation: What Ailments can it Treat?
Osteopathic manipulation also called OMT is a hands-on approach used by osteopathic physicians (DOs) to diagnose, treat, and prevent medical conditions. Dr. April Harris is certified in this treatment method to help you in the best way possible! Osteopathic manipulation may also be used to improve mobility and range of motion, and to help prevent…
Read MoreWhat Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Can Do for You!
Constitutional facial acupuncture holds as its principal tenet that the face is an extension of the Individual Spirit, or Shen. There are many benefits to this service, and they can be achieved with the help of Dr. April Harris. Needling to the face enhances blood flow and the flow of Qi, thereby nourishing the tissues…
Read MoreWhat is Osteopathic Medicine? What Are the Benefits?
Osteopathic medicine is a “whole person” approach to medicine—treating the entire person rather than just symptoms. Physicians trained in osteopathic manipulation are Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine. They differ from MDs in the sense that they approach patient care from a more holistic perspective. DOs apply osteopathic philosophy and principles in the diagnosis and treatment of…
Read MoreIs Osteopathic Manipulation the Same as Chiropractic Care?
Osteopathic manipulation is a hands on treatment method used to treat a wide variety of ailments. A chiropractor by definition is ‘a practitioner of the system of integrative medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignments of the joints.’ Most doctors trained in OMT (osteopathic manipulative treatment) this use it to help diagnose and…
Read MoreMedical Acupuncture Eases Neck Pain
Medical acupuncture is supplied by a licensed physician and integrates Traditional Chinese principles and practices into Traditional Western Medicine practice. Medical acupuncture involves the placement of thin needles into the skin at specific points on the body, depending on what is being treated. If you have chronic neck pain from working on a computer or looking…
Read MoreMedical Acupuncture is Real: Benefits Behind It
Yes, medical acupuncture is real and has several benefits that could help you! Medical Acupuncture is provided by a licensed physician and integrates Traditional Chinese principles and practices into Traditional Western Medicine practice. This holistic approach encourages optimal physical, mental, and spiritual health and wellness. It has been successfully incorporated into medical and allied health…
Read MoreConstitutional Facial Acupuncture and Its Benefits
Constitutional facial acupuncture holds as its principal tenet that the face is an extension of the Individual Spirit, or Shen. The body’s Vital Energy, or Qi, flows through the principle meridians of the body from the soles of the feet to the crown of the head. Needling to the face enhances blood flow and the…
Read MoreConstitutional Facial Acupuncture: What to Expect
Constitutional facial acupuncture can be a great alternative to Botox or other cosmetic procedures to your face. This type of acupuncture is also known as “constitutional facial rejuvenation,” and it is a method of moderating the effects of aging through Chinese medicine. These techniques include acupuncture, cupping, topical herbal applications, and massage. Constitutional facial acupuncture…
Read MoreOsteopathic Manipulation: What Is It?
Osteopathic manipulation is a hands on treatment method used to treat a wide variety of ailments. Osteopathic manipulation is also called osteopathic manipulative treatment – or OMT. Most doctors trained in this use it to help diagnose and prevent disease and help your body function properly. Dr. April Harris is certified in this treatment method…
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