Posts by Phil Stamos
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Call Today for a Free Consultation & First Acupuncture Treatment ***Please mention this ad when scheduling*** 262-599-8041 If you’ve been suffering with pain from a recent traumatic injury or from a long-term musculo-skeletal condition, chronic headaches, IBS, acid reflux, allergies, or other chronic health conditions, acupuncture is a minimally-invasive and drug-free way to regain your…
Read MoreHow Acupuncture Can Help Neck Pain
If you’re experiencing persistent neck pain, you’re in good company. It’s estimated that about 1 in 4 people worldwide will experience neck pain lasting for one year or longer. If you’re between the ages of 35-49 and living in a city the United States or another higher income country, your risk of being one of…
Read MoreCurious about Acupuncture? Try it for Free!
At Align Acupuncture, I always offer a free consultation and initual acupuncture treatment. If you’ve been suffering with with pain from a recent traumatic injury or from a long-term musculo-skeletal condition, chronic headaches, IBS, acid reflux, allergies, or other chronic health conditions, acupuncture is a minimally-invasive and drug-free way to regain your health. Perhaps you…
Read MoreGolden Milk – So simple, so many benefits
Relieve inflammation and much more with this delicious drink. From the powerful anti-inflammatory effects of curcumin[ref]http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21907450[/ref][ref]http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21194249[/ref][ref]http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17101300[/ref], to the recent discovery that one of its compounds may help to promote healing of nerves[ref]http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23669643[/ref], turmeric, a common spice, has been making big waves in the news lately. This bright yellow spice has been drawing a lot of…
Read MoreGinger – A Hidden Gem In Your Spice Cabinet
We are all very familiar with ginger. In the spice cabinet, as ginger ale, with sushi dishes, and in candies or desserts, this spice is an everyday staple, or at least a well-known flavor for most of us in one way or another. In addition to adding a bit of sweet, tangy bite to our cooking, ginger…
Read MoreDemystifying Acupuncture Research
As acupuncture has gained popularity and as we, as acupuncturists, have increasingly found ourselves working in conjunction with mainstream medicine, it has become more and more necessary to turn to research studies to demonstrate the mechanisms and efficacy of acupuncture as a therapy. This is both a very exciting and a very challenging prospect, as…
Read MoreHow Acupuncture Can Compliment Your Current Health Care
A recent study (linked here for those who like to read studies) showed that when acupuncture is paired with the Alexander Technique for the treatment of chronic, persistent neck pain, the improvement sufferers experienced was better than what is usually achieved with regular neck pain care. As an acupuncturist, I always find it incredibly exciting when a study emerges…
Read MoreAcupuncture Can Help Alleviate Anxiety
There’s no doubt about it – modern life is stressful! Every day we’re bombarded with more information in more ways than at any other point in human history and our brains have to try to handle it all. Add this to a job, the fluctuating stock market, traffic, elevated tuition costs, and juggling the needs…
Read More5 Reasons You Haven’t Tried Acupuncture Yet (And Why You Should)
Lots of people are trying acupuncture and finding relief from all sorts of issues these days. You may have been curious about it, but still have not felt comfortable enough to give it a try. Here are some of the more common reasons why you may still be reluctant, and the truth behind them. 1)…
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