‘Cancer’, probably the gravest and most frightening feedback anyone will ever receive from their physician. I know of no woman who doesn’t carry a quiet fear of the possibility of dealing with breast cancer… myself included. Cancer… of whatever type … Continue reading
Here it is again. Flu season. Sneezy, headachy, sinusy flu season. The cold weather, especially when combined with dampness, sets the stage. The lifestyle of most Americans finishes the job. Winter’s common cold is quite enough to disrupt our lives, … Continue reading
Acupuncture and Cerebral Palsy Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal – June 2008 Kevin called me last summer asking is acupuncture could help him with his neck pain. He described himself as having ‘mild cerebral palsy’ … Continue reading
You Want Sinus Relief? Call the Acupuncture Lady By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal And they walk in, eyes puffy, face slightly swollen, speaking in tones that sound like they’re holding their breath … Continue reading
Spring and Traditional Chinese Medicine By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal In it blows. The March winds are calling us to awaken from winter’s slumber. Winter’s slumber… well, that would be the ideal. If … Continue reading
Reclaim Your Right to Sleep through Acupuncture By Jill Ellen Smith For the Howard County Women’s Journal – December 2007 The balm of the night. Heaven’s kiss. An infant’s lullaby. The soothing salve of the day… to drift off into … Continue reading
Does Acupuncture Treat Aching Bones or Arthritis? By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal Spring is here. The air is less dense. The birds sound more active. Listen, and you will hear the difference. You … Continue reading
Divorce and Stress – Acupuncture and Relief By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal There I was, lying on my acupuncturist’s treatment table. I’d already explained to him that since my divorce papers had been … Continue reading
Chinese Medicine In The Autumn Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac. M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal – September 2007 Why Chinese Medicine in the autumn? According to ancient Eastern philosophy and medicine, the 4 seasons (actually 5 according to Chinese … Continue reading
An Acupuncturists’ View On Aging And Pain Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal An 87 year old woman came to see me the other day. Her daughter drove her to my office. As the daughter … Continue reading
Acupuncture – Pain Revisited By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac. M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal And still they ask, “Can acupuncture help my pain?” I continue to be amazed how even after 25 years of acupuncture’s introduction into our … Continue reading
Acupuncture … It Doesn’t Really Hurt By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal – September 2006 No, it doesn’t hurt. The American concept of ‘needle’ conjures up fears of that hypodermic injection we all have … Continue reading
Acupuncture or Grandma’s Chicken Soup Both Ancient – Both Work By Jill Ellen Smith L.Ac., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal Tis the season to be sick. Here it is, the dreaded cold and flu season. Aches, sniffles, fatigue, … Continue reading
Acupuncture Lady Addresses Oprah By Jill Ellen Smith For the Howard County Women’s Journal – April 2007 Finally, Acupuncture is making it to Prime Time! In February Oprah featured acupuncture treatment on her program. I was excited to see Oprah … Continue reading
Acupuncture and Western Medicine Let’s Take A Stab At It! By Jill Ellen Smith L.A., M.Ac. For the Howard County Women’s Journal A patient recently suggested I write an article helping people to understand how one could combine the use … Continue reading