Kefir , Kombucha and Kraut, building a healthier you from the inside out Fermentation and Probiotics explained by Karen Flicker M.S. L.Ac. Acupuncturist and Integrative health practitioner  www.princetonmonroeacupuncture.com  (609)203-2942 Our bodies are complex ecosystems made up of more than 100 trillion microbes that must be properly balanced in order to maintain health. These organisms make […]

The winter is upon us, and it’s important to start thinking about how best to keep ourselves healthy. Acupuncture is great for immune boosting as well as for helping to keep immune function strong and resilient. When you come in for your acupuncture visit, let’s talk about keeping you healthy this winter! Here are some […]

Acupuncture has amazing healing benefits. It can facilitate recovery and provide relief from countless conditions and ailments, from pain to high blood pressure. For more information on how acupuncture accomplishes this, please read my previous blog post. However, there is often a root, behavioral cause to these issues that acupuncture cannot address. For example, poor […]

Acupuncture can help relieve countless bodily ailments, both physical and psychological.  Headaches, allergies and anxiety are all treatable by acupuncture.  But how does acupuncture work? Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points on the body by means of penetration by thin needles, laser, heat or pressure.  From an eastern perspective, these points run along the […]

Asthma is a condition characterized by inflammation and a narrowing of breathing passages Asthma can result from both intrinsic (cold air, infection) and extrinsic (allergies) factors and affects approximately 10% of the world’s population. Inhaled medications are typically prescribed for this condition and taken on a prophylactic and daily basis. However, medication can sometimes cause […]

Aging and arthritis can cause the spinal canal to narrow. This condition, known as spinal stenosis, places pressure on the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots, causing pain (sciatica), loss of feeling or weakness in the legs. Spinal stenosis can also lead to back pain. Acupuncture is helpful in treating spinal stenosis. Acupuncture can first […]

Hip bursitis is characterized by a swelling or pain of the bursa, which serves as a cushion between the tendons and bones found in the hip.  Prolonged pressure, overuse and exertion or direct injury to the hip can cause the bursa to become inflamed, leading to these symptoms. Anti-inflammatory medication and steroids are often used […]

Sciatica refers to a group of symptoms caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back and extends through the legs. A herniated disk, bone spurs or even muscle spasms can lead to compression of the nerve, creating inflammation, pain or numbness in the affected leg. Sciatica is typically treated by […]

Constipation causes infrequent or strained bowel movements.  This condition can be caused by dietary imbalances such as inadequate water or fiber and eating too much dairy, physical deficiencies such as a lack of exercise or activity, or emotional conflict such as stress or depression. Fiber supplements and laxatives are often prescribed to remedy constipation.  However, […]

Tinnitus is a condition, characterized by a lingering ringing, clicking or buzzing in the ears.  Long-term exposure to loud noise, allergies and blockages, certain medications and other medical conditions (such as high blood pressure) can lead to tinnitus. Tinnitus is treated in two ways: reducing the evidence of its symptoms and addressing the underlying causes […]