Did you know that not all acupuncturists are not the same? Yes, it’s true. Selecting the right acupuncturist to treat your health problems is an important decision that can either make your acupuncture a success or turn it into a disaster. The sad fact is that there are people who go out and take a few weekend courses on acupuncture, buy some needles and themselves “acupuncturists.” This is like someone buying a stethoscope and calling himself a doctor! In the state of Minnesota it is sadly legal for chiropractors to take only 100 hours of training in acupuncture. (They are not allowed to used the term “acupuncturist”) Would you get brain surgery from someone who had just a weekend of training?
People with kidney disease who regularly take aspirin or acetaminophen may increase their risk of developing kidney failure. According to research published in the New England Journal of Medicine (December 20, 2001; 345:1801-1808), the use of aspirin or acetaminophen (Tylenol, Anacin-3, Aspirin Free Anacin, DayQuil, Tapanol, Tempra, Valorin to mention a few) may increase the risk of kidney failure in those with existing kidney disease.
Join us to learn a wealth of information about how acupressure points stimulate energy, blood circulation and improve internal organ functioning. Here’s a brief sample of the tools you’ll get: • Special points that rejuvenate the face and body. You’ve probably had headaches of some sort. Maybe you popped a Tylenol or Aspirin and forget about it. But some headaches need professional evaluation. June 7-13 marks National Headache Awareness Week. Headaches obviously are complex, with a wide range of causes from sinus problems, to eyestrain, stress, lack of sleep or even drinking too much caffeine. The goals of National Headache Awareness Week are: |
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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.