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Book Launch: A Manifesto for Acupunctual Living

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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 …


‘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?

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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 …


12 Reasons to Get Acupuncture in 2012

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There has never been a better time to get acupuncture. The reasons are infinite (in our humble, unbiased opinion), but here are 12 of the most compelling motivations for making acupuncture a priority this year. 1. It’s not about adding …