There are many acupuncture myths that circulate the internet. Marchand Orthopedic Acupuncture wants to put these rumors to rest. First, acupuncture does work. Some people contradict acupuncture only because they do not understand the benefits that it can bring and mechanics of how it works. By activating specific acupuncture points, acupuncture enhances health and…
The daily life of the average American is busy from sunup to sundown. Our days are saturated with work, making sure the kids are where they need to be, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, keeping up with your social life, the occasional vacation, and of course the weekend the in-laws come into town. The list goes…
Common colds are the ultimate annoyance. Between the congestion headaches, sneezing, coughing, and body aches, colds are the most common reason for missing school and work. This is where things can become detrimental. Colds also have the habit to morph into pneumonia. They are also highly contagious. Over the counter medications will lessen the symptoms,…
Everyone who has had a sports related injury has one common thought: “When can I get back in the game?” This is where sports medicine acupuncture comes into play. Acupuncture can speed recovery and lower the risk of further tissue damage. Acupuncture is a comprehensive and integrated approach to treating pain, sports injuries, and postural…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. Cigarette smoking kills more than 480,000 Americans each year, with more than 41,000 of these deaths from exposure to secondhand smoke.” Smoking is the most significant risk factor for many…
Pregnancy is an exciting time of life for women. There are happy thoughts of starting a family, and the “pregnancy glow” is one of the physiological changes many women look forward to. However, it can also be stressful. This is one of the crucial periods of life and it is important to take extremely good…
