Acupuncture
Needle by Needle: Acupuncture and Healing from Trauma
People can experience trauma in a variety of ways. Trauma can be physical or emotional. It can be the result of an event like a car accident or through a relationship like with an abusive parent, teacher/coach, or spouse. Trauma doesn’t just reside in the mind but rather embeds itself deep in the body.
It can be tricky to treat and can manifest anxiety and other behavioral triggers sometimes without warning. Many trauma victims are finding that acupuncture, with its whole-person, body-based approach, offers a powerful and gentle tool for those seeking to heal from the wounds trauma leaves behind. continue reading
Acupuncture for Arthritis Relief in Metairie, LA Big Easy Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Does acupuncture help with arthritis?
Yes, acupuncture can relieve arthritis pain by releasing tight muscles, improving blood flow and oxygen to affected joints, reducing inflammation, and restoring mobility. continue reading
How Acupuncture Supports Healing in Autoimmune Diseases
In January 2025, Mayo Clinic researchers and collaborators have described — for the first time — the prevalence of autoimmune diseases in the U.S. Their research, published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, reports that about 15 million people are estimated to have one or more of 105 autoimmune diseases. Treatments can vary but more and more people are looking for alternatives without harsh side effects. Patients are seeking out complementary treatments that address the whole person, not just the symptoms. Among these options, acupuncture stands out as a promising therapy with ancient roots and growing modern validation. continue reading
Unlocking the Basics of Acupuncture: Understanding Qi, Blood, Yin & Yang
If you’ve been thinking about trying acupuncture but aren’t sure what to expect, this article just might be the best place to start. Let’s explore the basic concepts that form the foundation of acupuncture, including the nature of Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang, and how these elements influence health and healing. continue reading
How Acupuncture Supports Recovery from Sports Injuries
Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior taking your sport of choice seriously, every practice, every competition, and every training session or practice is likely aimed at perfection. But when you get sidelined by injury, your whole world can change quickly.
When standard recovery options like physical therapy or rest alone don’t bring enough improvement, more athletes are turning to acupuncture to relieve pain, restore mobility, and get back in the game stronger than before.
