Acupuncture is the most widely practiced technique of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is focused on by both popular media and scientific research.  However, an even older practice, acupressure, is also worth noting and exploring for its benefits.Both practices stem from TCM and they share the same view on the body and its Qi network.   […]

Recently, a patient of Princeton Monroe Acupuncture asked about acupuncture treatment for fibromyalgia.  Patients with fibromyalgia suffer from musculoskeletal pain in addition to fatigue and mood issues (depression, anxiety, etc.).  The majority of researchers believe the disorder is caused by a deficiency in how the brain processes pain.  This deficiency may result in an increased […]

Because cancer cells grow and divide more rapidly than normal cells, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and anti cancer drugs often work by indiscriminately killing growing cells.  This extreme, albeit necessary treatment can result in a plethora of side effects that include: immune system deficiency, pain, nausea, fatigue, anxiety and depression. Acupuncture can be used in conjunction […]

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is caused by excessive pressure on the median nerve that extends from the forearm to the wrist, often from repetitive finger and hand use. CTS can lead to weakness and even muscle damage if left untreated. Aside from addressing the causal behavior and utilizing splints and stretches for recovery, anti inflammatory […]

One in six Americans suffer from chronic headaches.  Headaches may result from a number of different causes, including tension, stress, allergies, poor diet or lifestyles choices. So, what are over 45 million Americans doing to treat their chronic headaches?  Medication is certainly the norm, but many Americans are now employing acupuncture as an alternative.  Princeton […]

Glucose intolerance, or diabetes, is a disease that disrupts the stability of the body’s insulin levels.  Those diagnosed with diabetes can suffer from blood vessel and nerve damage or stroke as a result of post-meal blood sugar spikes.  There have been great advancements in the ease of use of diabetes medications, but the method of […]

According to the Journal of the New Medical Association, middle-aged Americans face a 90% chance of developing hypertension, also known as high blood pressure.  This condition can lead to heart attacks, strokes, brain and kidney damage and even blindness. Hypertension is typically treated with medications.  However, high blood pressure medications must be taken daily and […]

The world has been abuzz with the wonders of acupuncture in athletic applications.  In a previous blog post, I discussed how acupuncture can be used to treat sports injuries.  Many professional sports teams and patients of mine have employed acupuncture to do just that.  However, acupuncture can also be used for support, as a supplement, […]

Flu season is fast approaching.  I encourage my patients to take a proactive approach, and offer a 3 session treatment protocol that bolsters immunity before the cold and flu season hits.  I’ve  had great feedback in the past from patients who normally would become ill with little provocation. I also instruct patients in the use […]

Here at Princeton Monroe acupuncture I treat many patients suffering from stress , anxiety and depression.  We all have stress in our lives, but acupuncture can help to increase our threshold for dealing with whatever life throws at us.  Anxiety and depression are often by-products of stress , and acupuncture treatments can help to re balance […]