by Dr. Cecilia Rusnak, LME, AP, DAc | Feb 7, 2023 | Acupuncture, All Posts, Health Insurance, Veterans
UNDERSTANDING ACUPUNCTURE: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE Acupuncture, a crucial component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has been practiced for over 2,000 years. This ancient form of therapy involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body, known as...
by Dr. Cecilia Rusnak, LME, AP, DAc | Feb 7, 2022 | Acupuncture, All Posts
While acupuncture dates back some 2,500 years ago and is considered a traditional Chinese medicine, the popularization of acupuncture in America can be attributed to some well-known Black activists in American history. It was the pivotal influence of Lincoln Detox, a...
by Dr. Cecilia Rusnak, LME, AP, DAc | Sep 30, 2021 | Acupuncture, All Posts, Cupping, Massage
Chronic pain affects 50 million Americans. Chronic pain has been linked to increased risk of mental conditions including anxiety and depression. Chronic pain sends continual stress signals to the brain, increasing your perception of the pain. There are holistic...
by Dr. Cecilia Rusnak, LME, AP, DAc | Sep 17, 2021 | Acupuncture, All Posts
CBD. You’ve heard of it, and maybe you’ve tried it. But do you understand what this product is and how it can truly benefit you? Cannabidiol, known also as CBD, is a cannabis compound derived from hemp. Many people wonder if CBD can get you high, and the answer is no....
by Dr. Cecilia Rusnak, LME, AP, DAc | Jun 4, 2021 | Acupuncture, All Posts, Cupping, Moxa
Walk into AcuMedGroup Wellness Center and you’ll notice a distinct smell. Whether you like it or not, it’s an essential part of our acupuncture and cupping therapies. The pungent scent comes from moxibustion — the burning of moxa, or mugwort. It’s an herb that...
by Dr. Cecilia Rusnak, LME, AP, DAc | Mar 28, 2021 | Acupuncture, All Posts, Health Insurance, Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs now provides eligible veterans with no-cost acupuncture treatments for a variety of conditions, including pain, PTSD, anxiety, and insomnia. Here’s what you need to know. 1. Call the VA at 1-866-606-8198 to confirm your eligibility...
