By Staff writer, on February 18th, 2015
Happy Chinese New Year!
The Chinese New Year is already upon us! 2015 brings with it, the year of the Sheep/Goat/Ram. (For the ease of simplicity we will be use ‘Sheep’) Let’s take a look to see what that means for those of us who fall under this category, and those of us who don’t.
What to expect in 2015
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By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on February 16th, 2015 Our acupuncture clinic always strives to make sure as many people as possible are well informed about their health care choices and treatment. Because of this we have compiled the most recent and most common questions we receive.
Q: Is the cost of my nutritional supplements tax deductible?
A: YES, if your nutritional supplements are prescribed by a licensed healthcare professional then they are deductible. However, if you are self prescribing and/or buying your supplements from a local retail store, NO, your supplements are not deductible.
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By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on January 6th, 2015  Make this year your best one by keeping your New Year’s resolutions. The most popular New Year’s resolutions are:
* Weight Loss
* Quit Smoking
* Pain Relief
* Eating Better
* Reducing Stress
Acupuncture for Weight Control
The first step to losing weight is always the most difficult one. It is easy for you to get off track or fall back into old eating habits if you don’t have the proper care or education to turn your life around. At our Minneapolis clinic Complete Oriental Medical Care we use acupuncture and Chinese medicine to reduce your cravings, allow your body to take in less fat from the food you eat, help you feel fuller more quickly and ease the frustration and anxiety that can trigger overeating.
By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on December 12th, 2014 
Acupuncture As A Christmas Gift Certificate
- Holiday Stress
This is an easy one. With all of the stress that comes along with the holidays, who wouldn’t be grateful for a little R&R, compliments of you, to get the New Year started off right? Minneapolis brings with it harsh winters and being able to de-stress after living like mice in the walkways for months is an especially welcomed treat. Acupuncture will calm the nerves and bring out the zen.
By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on November 21st, 2014 Low Libido? Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Has the Answer
Loss of libido is not something everybody talks about. But it’s something that many think about how to solve. So you thought acupuncture was just to relieve pain? Think again!
In ancient times, the best Chinese doctors were assigned to the Emperor. The emphasis was never just pain management but how to make him live longer and healthier. His doctors were expected to make him virile because he wanted many children, mostly sons. And his many concubines were expected to bear him children.
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By Staff writer, on November 17th, 2014  With the Holidays approaching, now is the perfect time to get a jump start on your health. The annual Great American Smokeout will take place on November 20th, 2014 this year. Join the millions of other Americans who come together on this day to quit smoking. Give a final goodbye to cigarettes and tobacco for good!
Each year, 3 million people try to quit tobacco use which is responsible for over 25 diseases including; lung cancer, kidney cancer, esophagal cancer, uterine/cervix cancer and mouth cancer. Smoking is the one biggest, preventable cause of disease and people dying before their time in the US. There is no better time than now to make the commitment to quit smoking.
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By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on November 7th, 2014 
If you are suffering from back pain you know how much it can impact your everyday life. Simple tasks such as driving to work or taking a simple stroll through your neighborhood quickly become excruciatingly painful tasks that no one should have to deal with.
What many people don’t know is that lower back pain is often caused by pressure or strain on the sciatic nerve. This nerve runs from the lower back down through the pelvis and leg to the foot. When it is irritated it causes severe tightness in the lower back and pain through one or both of the legs.
By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on October 28th, 2014 
Boo!
Did I scare you?
Maybe not, but I do have a scary thought to share…
Halloween marks the beginning of this year’s holiday season. It is, as I’m sure you know, a great time of year to share in festivities with friends and family. It can also be a very stressful time – for exactly the same reason. So, here is the scary thought: imagine if you had to suffer through this whole season of activities in pain or discomfort. That sounds like a nightmare!
By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on October 24th, 2014  Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Day is celebrated on October 24. This national day brings light to the healing powers of acupuncture and its role in contemporary alternative medicine today.
Traditional Chinese Medicine has effectively been treating people who suffer from physical and emotional pain for thousands of years. Our 20 year track record of helping people in the Minneapolis area overcome debilitating pain or chronic disease/discomfort is second to none.
Help spread the word and don’t forget to give us a call to set up your appointment today! Complete Oriental Medical Care
5841 Pleasant Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55419
612-866-4000
www.orientalmedcare.com
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By Steven Sonmore L. Ac., on September 17th, 2014  Have you ever have a pain in your butt that radiated down your leg that drove you nuts? Yep, that’s sciatic pain. It can even be difficult to get comfortable with that pain always around.
Sciatic pain is felt when there is unnecessary pressure placed on the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down through the butt and legs. The reason behind the pressure on the nerves can be due to a pulled muscle, slipped disc, degenerative spinal condition or very rarely, a tumor.
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Steven Sonmore, LAc is a licensed acupuncturist in Minneapolis, Minnesota with over 20 years experience of health care and pain management.