The Lung system governs respiration, but it also regulates qi circulation, fluid movement, immune defense, and the body’s ability to release. Because of that, lung function can be affected by things that have nothing to do with infection.

Inflammation is a word we often hear, usually linked to heat, swelling, or redness. In Western medicine, it’s something to cool down or stop. But from the perspective of Chinese medicine, this view misses a crucial part of the story. Inflammation rarely starts with heat. Instead, it begins with something called dampness . What Is Dampness in Chinese Medicine? In Chinese medicine, the Spleen plays a central role in transforming and moving everything in the body: food, fluids,

It's likely something different from each practitioner's perspective, but for me, it's about getting to the thing that causes your symptoms. OK, I get it, that sounds pretty standard...until I get to the "thing." In the serene forest, exposed roots symbolize the hidden strength beneath, reminding us to dig deep for a strong foundation. In my experience, as a practitioner, as a people watcher, and as a pattern tracker, I have noticed there is a nervous system wiring that is a

What I’ve seen in the treatment room is simple. When the layers of a person align, the body finally moves toward wellness.

Flu season brings more than just a sniffle or mild cold. Right now, a classic wind heat flu is circulating, marked by sudden fever, chills, body aches, sore throat, and a hot dry cough. Acting quickly when symptoms appear can shorten the illness and reduce discomfort. This post explains practical steps to take at the first sign of flu, focusing on natural methods and supportive care that help your body fight the virus effectively. Creating a warm, comfortable space to support

When I treat pain with acupuncture and tui na, I can move what’s stuck — but real healing comes from understanding why Qi keeps getting stuck in the first place. This piece is about learning to listen when the body speaks.

Learn how acupuncture works to restore balance, relieve pain, and regulate the body’s natural energy flow using time-tested techniques from traditional Chinese medicine.

The Complexity of Chronic Pain Chronic pain can be perplexing. It often seems to arise from a specific injury or condition. However, the truth is more nuanced. Pain may not originate where we feel it. Instead, it can be a manifestation of deeper emotional or energetic imbalances. One of my patients came in with persistent neck pain radiating through her shoulder and along the inside edge of her scapula. Structurally, everything lined up. But the tenderness around BL 42—the ou

Western medicine is designed to treat disease. And for a lot of things, that’s exactly what you want. You want the antibiotics. The...

What if your lungs are carrying what you never said goodbye to?

A long, leaf-strewn forest path in early winter, flanked by bare trees and fading light. The atmosphere is thick with quiet, as if the...

A sluggish Spleen can impact your digestion, energy, mood, and even how clearly you think. This post breaks down what it does—and how you can support it with daily choices rooted in Chinese medicine.

What if your dizziness isn’t just physical? When the mind holds too much and the body can’t keep up, symptoms like vertigo may be your soul asking for recalibration. Here’s how Chinese medicine interprets the spin.

Bracing isn’t always conscious. Sometimes the body holds what the mind can’t process—until inflammation speaks for it. In this post, I share how I recognize the quiet signs of stored emotion and how acupuncture helps the body release the story it’s been holding.

True healing isn’t just about needles. At Prism, we use acupuncture as a language to uncover what your body’s been holding—so it can finally let go.