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Book Launch: A Manifesto for Acupunctual Living

published on by Sara in Books, Resources | 5 Comments
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AcuTake is proud to announce the launch of Acupuncture Matters, the debut book by AcuTake editor Sara Calabro. Acupuncture Matters is a guidebook to understanding once and for all how acupuncture really works—in the real world, on real people. The …


A Match Made in Heaven: Yin and Yang

published on by Sara in Theory | 1 Comment
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There’s a famous saying. Many of the couples who are celebrating Valentine’s Day today have been told it. Just as many of us have said it. “You two are like Yin and Yang.” We use this phrase all the time …


‘Why Are You Doing That Point?’ LV3 & LI4

published on by Sara in Resources, Theory | 9 Comments
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Acupuncture devotees are dying to know: Why are you doing that point? It is one of the most common questions that acupuncturists receive during treatments. This is the first installment of an ongoing series that explains popular acupuncture points. The …


Top 5 Excuses for Not Getting Acupuncture

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Some people just can’t bring themselves to try acupuncture. Despite being something they’re curious about, something they sense could be helpful, acupuncture remains an unscalable mountain. No amount of friend, physician or celebrity endorsements is enough to convince them otherwise. …


Acupuncture Art Gallery Now Open

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Ever do a Google search for “acupuncture photos”? Most of what pops up is pretty run-of-the-mill stuff: Needles being placed in a young woman’s flawless back. Another woman resting peacefully with needles in her face. Meridians and points imposed on …


How Is Japanese Acupuncture Different?

published on by Sara in Resources, Theory | 5 Comments
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Many acupuncturists say on their websites that they practice Japanese acupuncture. Ever wonder what that means? How does Japanese acupuncture differ from other forms? And wait, isn’t all acupuncture Chinese? As far as we know, all acupuncture did originate in …