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  Will acupuncture survive in the age of evolving artificial intelligence? I've been wondering as an acupuncturist how the quickly developing AI technology would impact manual acupuncture in the future. This article is based on my short conversation on the future of acupuncture with AI.  Q) Do you think that acupuncture will endure AI advances?   >AI replied: Yes, acupuncture will survive and even thrive in the AI-driven era. It offers unique benefits that modern AI-based technologies cannot entirely replicate, including its deeply personalized, human-centered approach to healing and its focus on energy balance.  Acupuncture excels at treating chronic conditions and pain, and AI integration enhances its diagnostic and treatment precision, bringing acupuncture into alignment with evidence-based practice. AI tools will not replace acupuncturists but rather act as complementary resources.  From wearable devices monitoring patient vitals to predictive analyt...

  "I had a lumbar fusion performed five years ago with the hope that the discomfort would subside. But now when I move, every part of my body hurts and aches. My shoulders and neck are hurting as well. Should I seek TCM or acupuncture to treat my discomfort, or  another surgical procedure again?"  Pain syndrome If you experience persistent pain following a lumbar fusion for a disk herniation, it is referred to as a pain syndrome. In this instance, the pain does not lessen; rather, it persists. Following surgery, pain temporarily subsides and then resurfaces, sometimes accompanied by various new symptoms or even numbness in the legs. Why does pain persist following surgery? There are many reasons for persistent pain in the post-operative condition such as when a needless surgery was done, when the lumbar surgery resulted in tissue adhesion or nerve damage, when the surgical fusion’s metal plate caused problems, when the underlying causes of pain was left unresolved, or wh...

  TCM views the cause of overweight as the accumulation of waste and poor circulation of qi in the body while the solution to overweight in modern Western medicine is to reduce absorption and lose body fat. When the circulation of qi is not smooth, unnecessary dampness, stagnant blood, etc. are accumulated here and there in the body by causing weight gain, digestive problems, pain, and other discomforts. Are there different body types of weight gain? Check out the previous article,  “Weight Management I: Based on Four Constitutions in Traditional Korean Medicine” https://aculoverbooldongyi.blogspot.com/2024/04/a-weight-management-strategy-based-on.html In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the earth is represented by Yin, and the sky by Yang. Yang traits are flexible, whereas yin qualities are resistant to change, much as the earth is responsive to alterations in the sky. In the same way, individuals possessing a strong Yin constitution tend to be more introverted, protectiv...

Throughout history, physicians from all countries and eras have been captivated by the complex relationship that exists between the stomach and the brain.  An early understanding of this link can be found in the history of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), particularly in the writings of Earth School founder Lee Dong Yuan (1180–1251).  The growing interest in gut health in modern Western biomedicine was predicted by Lee's significant discoveries into the crucial role the stomach and spleen play in overall health. The Earth School of TCM and Lee Dong Yuan Lee Dong Yuan laid the groundwork for TCM that is still highly regarded today. His contributions to the field go beyond his own lifetime.  As one of the greats of the Earth School, Lee stressed the importance of the stomach and spleen in preserving equilibrium in the body's systems.  According to his theory, the generation and distribution of Qi (vital energy) are based on these organs and have an impact on every f...

Acupuncture Treatment for Lipoma Do you have concerns about lipoma?    Come and receive treatments to get rid of it!                                                         Naum Acupuncture, NJ Acupuncture is renowned for its effectiveness in managing various  conditions. Its application in reducing lipomas is an emerging field of  research.  If fat builds up as a result of inefficient fat metabolism,  it signals a weak liver.  Fat can be removed rather than accumulating, however, if blood circulation is smooth despite weakened liver function. In this case, there are indications of inadequate blood flow together with a weak heart.   Several stu dies have explored the potential of acupuncture in  addressing lipomas, yielding promising outcomes. For example, a recent case study conducted...