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Blog for Chinese Medicine Practitioners


Is it important to obtain Qi in acupuncture treatments? A study that examined it found that it is
Dyspepsia is my favorite syndrome. Although not all therapists know its name, I'm sure you've treated many people who suffer from it.


Distinguishing between different types of burps and why is it important for us as caregivers?
I used to know that belching (meaning burping, as opposed to hiccups, which are something completely different) is caused by swallowing air, and then a patient came to me complaining of belching....


Effective treatment for ulcerative colitis
I am asked if there is a difference between treating Crohn's and treating ulcerative colitis.
In terms of symptoms, Crohn's and colitis are similar to each other, but from my experience, both diseases


Sibo - what is it and what is important to know about it in the context of our treatment?
I want to write a few words about SIBO here because it is a diagnosis that is becoming increasingly common in the gastroenterology world and there are quite a few patients who come for treatment with it.


Menopause and the Hormonal Connection to Some Digestive Problems
I want to share a patient case that, in my opinion, highlights something important that is sometimes missed in our treatments.


Acupuncture and Nutritional Therapy to Remove Dampness from the Digestive System
The humid weather that is currently prevailing is causing all patients who already suffer from moisture in the digestive system (a feeling of incomplete emptying, mucus-filled stools, heaviness in the stomach and all the rest...


Our responsibilities as practitioners of Chinese medicine
I'll bring up a somewhat controversial topic... I feel like sometimes we are actually our patients' bridge to Western medicine.
Yesterday a patient came to me with colitis...


What is more effective for pain: morphine or acupuncture?
I want to write here about a study that is not only related to gastroenteritis (although it is also), but I think it is important for people to know about this study because its results are truly amazing.


Digestive problem that is important to know - post-infectious ibs
Post-infectious IBS is a disruption of the digestive system caused by a stomach virus, bacteria or infection (spoiled food) spoiled/exposed to a stomach virus or


How often should you go for acupuncture treatment?
In my opinion, at least in the field of gastroenterology, it is enough to see a patient once a week (except in serious cases). On the other hand, it is important from my experience...


CBT treatments and their effect on the digestive system
I think it's important that we also get to know professions that are similar to ours and know in which cases they can provide a better solution than ours.


How does Chinese acupuncture fit into the American Gastroenterological Association's recommendations for the treatment of functional heartburn?
First of all, what is functional heartburn? Functional heartburn is heartburn that occurs without a clear cause (without acid rising into the esophagus as in normal heartburn).


FODMAP Diet for Sensitive Gut
A diet that is worth getting to know when treating sensitive bowels (the syndrome previously called irritable bowel syndrome) is the PODMAP diet.


Gastroparesis and Dyspepsia
In the spirit of Purim, I want to talk about two digestive system disorders that "disguise" each other - gastroparesis and dyspepsia.


How do you help a patient digest Chinese herbs?
I want to share a tip about taking herbs that helps me a lot in treating digestive problems.


Herbal formula for the digestive system that I learned from Dr. Liang, Director of the Gastro Department in Chengdu
I would like to share an herbal formula I learned from Dr. Liang, Director of the Gastro Department in Chengdu.
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