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Acupuncture Today — 207 episodes

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Harnessing Seasonal Energetics

2

The Intersection of Ancient Technique and Modern Bioelectrical Technology

3

OBBBA Regulations: Impact on Acupuncture Practitioners

4

Lights! Action! The ABT Art of Enhancing Dry Theory

5

Spirits of the Points: Three Heater Official (Pt. 3)

6

Treating Alpha-Gal Syndrome – With Auricular Acupuncture?

7

The Pelvic Floor Is in Our Scope (Pt. 1)

8

Fertility Health: Treat the Whole Picture

9

The Meridian of Light: Integrating Circadian Biophysics With Five-Element Theory

10

Matters of the Heart: Two Key Points

11

The Wound Underneath the Burnout

12

Restoring Jing in Modern Women: Cycle-Based Expression and Treatment (Pt. 2)

13

Training the Hands of the Future: Reimagining the TCM Pulse

14

The Hypnotic State as a Neuroregulatory Tool: Clinical Implications for Acupuncture Practice

15

Herbal Food Therapy for Long Disease

16

Rewiring the Brain’s Sleep Circuitry With Electroacupuncture

17

Acupuncture Should Be a Leading Therapy for Mental Health

18

Restoring Jing in Modern Women: Cycle-Based Expression and Treatment (Pt. 1)

19

Why Some Headaches Don’t Improve

20

The Same Needle in Court: What California and North Carolina Teach Us About Scope

21

The Debt No One Warned You About

22

Emotional Virulence, Pathogenic Speech and Disease Complexes

23

Help Validate Timed Acupressure for Jet Lag

24

Saturn and the Water Element

25

What's Your Kung Fu?

26

Avoiding Sexual Misconduct Allegations

27

Illuminating Health: The Therapeutic Power of LED and Red Light Therapy

28

Acupuncture for Vulvodynia: Rigorous Evidence

29

TCM's Role in Palliative Care

30

Exposing a Culprit of Impaired Knee Extension After ACL Reconstruction

31

Protecting Jing in Modern Women (Pt. 2)

32

Research Literacy: A Tool for Clinical Communication

33

Texts Unearthed from Ancient Han Tombs Reveal the Anatomical Origins of Meridians

34

Spirits of the Points: The Gallbladder (Pt. 6)

35

Polarity and Frequency in Electroacupuncture

36

Beyond Pain Relief: Distal Acupuncture for Restoring Muscle Recruitment in Microtrauma (Pt. 2)

37

Hypnopuncture: A Neurophysiological Model for Integrating Hypnosis Into Acupuncture Practice

38

NBC “Chicago Med” Episode Outrages Acupuncturists Nationwide

39

Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Functional Dyspepsia

40

Medicare Advantage Recoupment of Acupuncture Payments

41

Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: Hiding in Plain Sight

42

Protecting Jing in Modern Women (Pt. 1)

43

Guarding the Essence

44

Know Your Clinical Flags: 5 Colors to Consider

45

In Memoriam: Neal Stuart Miller, LAc

46

The Alchemy of Listening

47

Beyond Pain Relief: Distal Acupuncture for Restoring Muscle Recruitment in Microtrauma (Pt. 1)

48

Evidence-Based Practice: A Practical Tech Guide for TCM Practitioners and Students

49

Classification and Determination of TCM Constitution: China's New National Standard

50

Profession at a Crossroads: What Must Change

51

May I Be the Medicine: How to Find Deep Motivation in Practice

52

Acupuncture for Chronic Low Back Pain in Older Adults: Effectiveness & Cost-Effectiveness

53

NCBAHM / ASA Helping Position Acupuncturists Within VA Community Care

54

Herbal Formulas for Ulcerative Colitis: A Clinical Consideration

55

Putting Mitochondrial Health at the Center of Clinical Care

56

Electroacupuncture for Post-Stroke Motor Dysfunction: Restoring Neural Function

57

It's Time to Stop Prescribing Points

58

Breathing Techniques: Clinical and Practice Benefits

59

A Harmonious Point Combination to Treat Constipation During Pregnancy

60

TCM in Elder Care

61

Food Therapy for the Lungs and Stomach

62

The Metabolic Vulnerability Index

63

Facing a Challenging World Through Empowerment & Insight: The Yang Wei Vessel

64

Bridging the Gaps in Integrative Oncology

65

Protecting Your Practice in 2026

66

Bridging Paradigms: Integrating Acupuncture With Western Medicine

67

Functional Nutrition's HIDDEN Message

68

Face Diagnosis: The Face as Microcosm

69

Open the Orifices: Point Combinations for Allergy Presentations

70

Transformational Work With Anxiety (Pt. 3): Hypervigilance

71

The Laser Learning Curve for Light-Based Fertility Treatments

72

Why Acupuncture Students Should Be Familiar With Acupuncture Research

73

The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 6)

74

Should You Be Changing Your Fees This Year?

75

TEAM Dietary and Herbal Therapies for Cancer Patients

76

The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 5)

77

Gaze Stabilization: Clinical Relevance

78

The Metal Element’s Relationship to Mercury – and Associated Use of Herbs

79

Asian Medical Bodywork Opens Another Door to The Profession

80

Transformational Work With Anxiety (Pt. 2): Changing the Inner Story

81

Acupuncture and Moxibustion for IBS-D

82

Protect the Delicate: Five Patent Medicines for the Lung Organ

83

Acupuncture Isn't the Whole of TCM: Why Titles and Training Matter

84

From Needle to Knife

85

Four Things No One Told Me About Successful Acupuncture

86

Integrating Intermittent Fasting Therapy Into Acupuncture Practice: A Clinical Perspective

87

Psychosomatic Disorders in Relation to the Huang Di Nei Jing

88

Beyond Burnout: Transitioning My Clinic Into a Worker-Owned Cooperative

89

TCM as a Countermeasure for Spaceflight-Related Health Challenges

90

The Earth Element and the Pelvis

91

Cultivating the Empowered Patient: Help Them Commit to Their Own Process

92

Electroacupuncture for Early Urinary Incontinence After Prostate Surgery

93

Resolving Chronic Migraine With Ocular Complications: Case Study

94

Transformational Work With Anxiety (Pt. 1)

95

TCM’s Potential in Preventing and Treating Cognitive Decline

96

Acupuncture Injection Therapy

97

Who Owns Your Words?

98

Pacific College Makes Huge Announcement

99

Charging the Lower Dan Tian

100

Can Curcumin Aid in Soreness and Recovery After Exercise?

101

Herbal Management of Lyme Disease: Modern Remedies That Honor Classic Principles (Pt. 2)

102

Electroacupuncture: A Synergistic Adjunct for Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer

103

Reclaiming Our Expertise: Why Acupuncturists Must Lead in Dry Needling

104

Long Disease and the Seven Affects

105

Should You Be in-Network or Out-of-Network With Insurance?

106

The Other Side of the Bell: Supporting Oncology Patients Beyond Remission

107

The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 4)

108

Mosquitoes, Meridians, Mast Cells, and More

109

Acupuncture for IVF Embryo Transfer

110

Will This Study Convince Medicare of Acupuncturists’ Value?

111

Acupuncture Home Visits (Pt. 1)

112

Acupuncture’s Role in Resolving GLP-1 Drug-Induced Blindness

113

Expanding Veterans’ Access to Acupuncture

114

Fire Needling Acupuncture for OA

115

Herbal Management of Lyme Disease: Modern Remedies That Honor Classic Principles (Pt. 1)

116

New ASA Chair: Paul Magee

117

Pass With Purpose: Beat Burnout and Fast-Track Your Acupuncture License

118

Spirits of the Points: The Stomach Meridian (Pt. 4)

119

Vesicle Formation After Cupping: Clinical Insights & Management Considerations

120

The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 3)

121

Understanding Facial Spasms and Tics

122

Changing Acupuncture Practice Models and Compliance Requirements

123

Acupuncture and Diet for Type 2 Diabetes

124

California Celebrates 50th Anniversary of State Acupuncture Legalization

125

Cleveland Clinic’s Herbal Medicine Program: 11 Years and Going Strong

126

Diagnosing Radiculopathies Through History & Observation

127

Fire and the Pelvis

128

NCCAOM Finalizes Name Change

129

Natural Skincare for Seniors

130

Navigating the Complexities of Chronic Pain Care Under PPO Plans

131

Objective Indicators of Brain MRI Changes After Acupuncture Treatment for Stroke (Pt. 2)

132

The Art of Adapting

133

Yo San Announces Dual-Degree Partnership With Chinese University

134

Forbidden Secrets of Women’s Longevity (Pt. 3)

135

The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 2)

136

Classical Chinese Medicine Correlations to Homeostasis: Treating Chronic Pain & Disease

137

Intentional Points

138

Cultivating Emotional Processing Capacity Using the Transverse Luo Vessels

139

Introducing the Acupuncture Herbal Vendor Coalition

140

Forbidden Secrets of Women’s Longevity (Pt. 2)

141

Light Therapy: An Alternative to Moxibustion

142

The Missing Piece of the Fertility Puzzle

143

Multiple-Procedure Claim Reductions?

144

Red Light / Infrared Therapy for Foot Pain

145

The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 1)

146

A Milestone in Acupuncture Education

147

Patent Variances in Herbal Formulas

148

Objective Indicators of Brain MRI Changes After Acupuncture Treatment for Stroke (Pt. 1)

149

Tiny Pearl, Powerful Wisdom

150

Embracing Evolution: Merging Innovation With the Ancient Wisdom of TCM

151

The Benefits of Building a Referral Culture in Acupuncture

152

Forbidden Secrets of Women’s Longevity (Pt. 1)

153

Acupuncture in Medi-Cal: Saved Again

154

What’s Holding Acupuncture Back in 2025?

155

Long COVID Response to Classical Chinese Medicine: A Case Series

156

Summertime Sadness

157

Deprescribing: It's a Thing (and You Can Help)

158

Hemifacial Spasm: Understanding and Treating a Complex Neuromuscular Disorder

159

Qizhi to Deqi: The Living Sequence That Animates Acupuncture

160

5 Reasons Why Your Practice Needs a Remote Receptionist

161

A Few Good Eggs: TCM for Fertility and Reproductive Health

162

Acupuncture and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Enhancing Autonomic Regulation

163

Managing Malpractice Risk When Treating Children of Divorced Parents

164

Herbal Therapy for Hip OA

165

Did VA / Medicare Allowed Rates Increase?

166

Embracing the Future: How Artificial Intelligence Can Enhance Acupuncture Practice

167

Three Keys to Effective Gua Sha Treatment in Your Clinic

168

Efficacy and Safety of Products Used on the Skin During Microneedling and Facial Rejuvenation

169

Can Herbal Medicine Be Integrated Into Oncology Care?

170

Integrating Prior Skills Into Practice

171

Stationary Bike Riding for Management of Parkinson’s Disease

172

The Wrong Way to Treat Chronic Spine Pain

173

American Society of Acupuncturists Celebrates 10 Years

174

It’s Hip to Treat OA With Acupuncture

175

Plateau and Profit ... or Release and Replace?

176

The Wood Element and the Pelvis

177

Acupuncture and Knee OA: Unlocking the Analgesic Pathway

178

Discovering Skull Palpation

179

Modulating the Gut-Brain Axis With Low-Level Laser Therapy (Pt. 2)

180

VUIM Providing Acupuncture to D1 Student Athletes

181

The Emerging Role of Nicotine in the Integrative Treatment of Long COVID

182

Acupuncture for High-Impact Sports

183

NCCAOM 2024 Job Analysis: Key Findings and Insights

184

Acupuncture in Medicare: Critical Legislation Reintroduced

185

Spring Liver Support

186

Helping Cancer Survivors

187

Navigating the Intersection of Botox and Acupuncture in Bell’s Palsy Treatment

188

Acupuncture and Neuroplasticity: A Promising Treatment for PTSD

189

Exploring the Essence of Acupuncture

190

Bowed Legs and Knee Arthritis

191

Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics in Acupuncture

192

Modulating the Gut-Brain Axis With Low-Level Laser Therapy (Pt. 1)

193

Electroacupuncture and Parkinson’s Disease: A New Mechanistic Insight

194

NCCAOM 2024 Job Analysis: Key Findings and Insights

195

Treat TMDs Using Scalp Acupuncture, Facial Motor Points, & Submuscular Needling (Pt. 2)

196

Remembering a Pioneer in Medical Acupuncture

197

High-Protein Diet Causing Anxiety and GI Issues? Turn to Ban Xia Hou Po Tang

198

Acupuncture’s Role in Stimulating the Vagus Nerve

199

TCM for Women’s Health: Menstruum, Fertility, and Menopause

200

The Spirit of Water and the Pelvis

201

Spirits of the Points: The Gallbladder (Pt. 4)

202

Treat TMDs Using Scalp Acupuncture, Facial Motor Points, & Submuscular Needling (Pt. 1)

203

New Telemedicine Billing Codes

204

The Breath of Life

205

Los Angeles on Fire: Somatic Awareness and the Acupuncture Session

206

Using Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Measurements to Determine an Objective TCM Diagnosis (Pt. 2)

207

Class 4 Laser Therapy for Ankle Sprain: Case Study