From Traditional Roots to Modern Evolution The Shen-Hammer pulse system, often referred to as the Contemporary Chinese Pulse Diagnosis (CCPD), is a specific method of pulse diagnosis that evolved from the teachings and clinical experience of Dr. John H.F. Shen and was further developed and codified by his student, Dr. Leon Hammer. Here are some…
Orthopedic Acupuncture Vs. Traditional: What is the Difference?
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide range of health conditions. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the use of acupuncture to treat orthopedic conditions, such as back pain, neck pain, and joint pain. While traditional acupuncture and…
Is Acupuncture Good for Shoulder Pain?
To answer this question, I’m going to tell you the story of “Ted”. (Correct, not his real name. And spoiler alert, yes, acupuncture works very well for shoulder pain.) Ted came to me because he had injured his shoulder in a skiing accident three months prior. An MRI revealed he had rotator cuff tendinitis, and…