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How Acupuncture Combines with Adjunctive Therapies for Holistic Wellness

By admin | Published May 19, 2025

A Practical Approach to Comprehensive Care in Metairie, LA

At Big Easy Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, we believe great results come from using the right tools at the right time. While acupuncture is a highly effective stand-alone therapy, its benefits can be amplified when combined with select adjunctive treatments that support your body’s ability to heal.

This integrative approach is especially helpful for people dealing with chronic pain, stress, sleep disturbances, inflammation, hormonal imbalance, or slow recovery.

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Finding Balance: How Acupuncture Eases the Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

By admin | Published May 5, 2025

When someone receives a cancer diagnosis, it can feel like the world has tilted on its axis. The whirlwind of medical appointments, chemotherapy sessions, and the relentless tide of side effects can leave patients drained. Nausea, fatigue, and neuropathy can cloud the difficult days of treatment, making each step forward feel heavier than the last. Many oncologists are becoming wise to how acupuncture can offer patients a glimmer of relief to the side effects of cancer treatments.

Acupuncture, an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to restore balance and promote healing. For cancer patients, this practice has emerged as a beacon of hope, offering relief from the taxing side effects of rigorous treatments. continue reading »

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The Benefits of the Anti-Inflammatory Diet

By admin | Published April 21, 2025

When people face a variety of health challenges or simply changes in how they feel and their relationship to food, they may change their philosophy and look to food as medicine. And for those diligent enough to do the research, they may discover the anti-inflammatory diet—a nutritional approach that some say has transformed their life. continue reading »

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The Science Behind Acupuncture and ADHD

By admin | Published April 7, 2025

When people first hear the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for either themselves or their children, there can be a mix of relief and apprehension. The relief comes from understanding the challenges that must be faced; the apprehension stems from concerns about the long-term use of stimulant medications. If you face such a diagnosis and are looking for a non-pharmaceutical solution, acupuncture might be part of the solution you are looking for to help manage the symptoms of ADHD. continue reading »

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The Synergy of Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care: A Path to Holistic Healing

By admin | Published March 24, 2025

Acupuncture and chiropractic care are two complementary therapies rooted in vastly different traditions but with a shared goal of restoring balance and promoting the body’s natural ability to heal. While acupuncture has its origins in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), focusing on the flow of energy through meridians, chiropractic care stems from Western practices that emphasize spinal alignment and nervous system health. When combined, these two modalities create a powerful synergy, addressing pain and dysfunction from multiple angles. continue reading »

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