Stressed Out? How Acupuncture Can Deflate Your Stress
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

Stressed Out? How Acupuncture Can Deflate Your Stress

Modern life can be a whirlwind of deadlines, traffic jams, and never-ending notifications, leaving us feeling like we're perpetually on edge. Stress has become an unwelcome companion for many, affecting our mental and physical well-being. Don’t you wish you could just stab stress in the back? Well, you can, sort of. Enter acupuncture…

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Unlocking the Essence of the Five Spirits in TCM
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

Unlocking the Essence of the Five Spirits in TCM

In TCM, each organ encompasses not only physical but also spiritual & mental aspects. These aspects branch off from an individual's central spirit, known as "The Shen." The Five Shen, or spirits, are named Hun, Po, Zhi, Yi, and Shen of the Heart, each residing within one of the 5 Yin organs, with unique roles and characteristics that manifest when they are either balanced or unbalanced.

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Finding Balance: Understanding Liver Qi Stagnation
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

Finding Balance: Understanding Liver Qi Stagnation

Have you ever felt like your emotions are in turmoil, or that stress has a grip on you that just won't let go? If so, you might be experiencing what traditional Chinese medicine calls "Liver Qi stagnation." In this blog post, we'll explore what Liver Qi stagnation is and its cardinal signs and symptoms, and provide you with some practical tips to both treat and prevent it.

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Ignite Your Health: Six Fiery Benefits of Moxibustion Therapy
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

Ignite Your Health: Six Fiery Benefits of Moxibustion Therapy

Are you ready to set your health ablaze? Well, hold onto your acupuncture needles because we're about to dive into the fiery world of moxibustion therapy! If you thought acupuncture was intriguing, wait until you discover the incredible benefits of this ancient Chinese practice.

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Difficulty Sleeping? Four Reasons to Try Acupuncture
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

Difficulty Sleeping? Four Reasons to Try Acupuncture

Sometimes, it's clear why sleep isn't great – like having a weird sleep schedule, drinking caffeine too late, or an uncomfortable bed. But other times, the reasons are hidden behind other problems. This is when acupuncture takes centre stage. Here are 4 reasons to give Acupuncture a try for better sleep:

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How to Eat for the Menstrual Cycle
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

How to Eat for the Menstrual Cycle

The menstrual cycle is filled with biochemical fluctuations that manifest in different ways, physically and mental- emotionally - some not so enjoyable! Luckily there are a number of ways to manage these fluctuations through the food you eat.

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What Does an Acupuncturist Treat?
Joseph Coccagna Joseph Coccagna

What Does an Acupuncturist Treat?

The list is very long and it will depend on your acupuncturist. Some have a specific focus e.g. internal medicine, orthopedics, pediatrics, women’s health, etc. I personally treat a number of categories. Click to learn about what I treat.

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