News from my School – Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
BY BETH HOWLETT, MACOM, LAC For the past 35 years, Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) has made an impact globally through its graduates (over 1,300 in the MAcOM program and over 120 in the DAOM program) and locally through its clinics. OCOM operates teaching clinics in the Old Town Chinatown and Hollywood neighborhoods in […]
It’s Cold and Flu Season, Have You Thought about Acupuncture?
You might think of acupuncture as a way to relieve your back pain or chronic neck tension. But this practice could also help you avoid colds and flu this winter – or at least send them packing sooner. Q: How does acupuncture work? A: From an Eastern medical philosophy perspective, acupuncture works by balancing and […]
Can TMJ be treated with Acupuncture?
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is a common condition that affects the jaw joint and can cause pain, stiffness, and difficulty moving the jaw. While there are several treatment options available for TMJ, including medication and physical therapy, acupuncture has emerged as a potential alternative treatment option. Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medical practice that involves […]
