This is a review of a clinical observation study conducted in Japan evaluating the efficacy of acupuncture in respect to pain relief, reduction of swelling around the knee, and early recovery of ROM after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). by Hitomi Asano L.Ac Post-operative management is an integral component for the recovery of the patient after
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4 doors are a set of points on the abdomen that consists of RN12 (zhong wan), ST25 (tian shu), and RN6 (qi hai). The 4 points surround the umbilicus. RN12 is on the midline of the body, 4 cun above the umbilicus. RN6 is also on the midline of the body, 1.5 cun below the
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Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature and rotation of the spine from side to side. It is different from the natural curves of the spine which occur forward to backwards, giving the spine its “S” shaped curve. Scoliosis can often develop for no reason and causes pain by altering a person’s posture and putting certain muscles
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It is no secret that COVID-19 is on essentially everyone’s mind nowadays. While the focus is currently on prevention, vaccination, and immediate treatment for those affected, and rightfully so, a concept that has been discussed and that will likely become more forefront in the coming months and, perhaps, years is how COVID-19 might affect a
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