Most students believe biomedical research in acupuncture can positively influence public perception, lead to increased insurance reimbursement and improve biomedical referrals. However, research ...
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What makes an acupuncture and Oriental medicine practice successful? Recent graduates and experienced practitioners alike have asked me this question many times. I also ask myself this question as my ...
The acupuncture and Asian traditional medicine community honors the life and enduring legacy of Neal Stuart Miller, LAc, of Studio City, Calif., who passed away in February 2026 at the age of 68. A ...
Editor’s Note: Article submitted by the Florida State Oriental Medicine Association. The Florida State Oriental Medical Association (FSOMA) is gearing up for its most impactful annual conference yet.
We’ve come to think of functional nutrition’s core systems as a HIDDEN message: Hormones, Immune system, Digestion, Detoxification, Energy production, and Nervous system balance. These six domains are ...
More than 30 million Americans have high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), a proven risk factor for heart attack or stroke. Despite the availability of non-drug interventions, medication is too often the ...
Jacky Zhu is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Oregon, practicing in Portland. He graduated from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine with a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine ...
The sternocleidomastoid muscle, which connects the head, neck and upper spine, has direct neurological relationships with both the trigeminal system and upper cervical nerves. When irritated or tight, ...
Lower back pain is one of the most common medical complaints today, and comes with many different presentations. Pain can be localized, or give tension up the back, or down the hips and legs. Referred ...
For 2026, relative value units (RVUs) for acupuncture services have increased under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS). These changes result in higher reimbursement potential for acupuncture ...
Editor’s Note: This is part 6 of “The State of 21 st Century Acupuncture in the U.S.,” based on the paper referenced below. Previous installments discussed the profession’s naming conventions; ...