by Suzanne M Edmunds MD | Feb 7, 2024 | Chronic Pain, Fatique, Muscle spasm, Sleep, Stress, Uncategorized, Welcome
Although acupuncture’s original use was primarily for prevention of illness, it has become more widely known in the West for its benefits in relieving pain. The World Health Organization currently recommends acupuncture as an option for treatment for over 100...
by Suzanne M Edmunds MD | Dec 10, 2023 | Chronic Pain, Detox, Fatique, Immunity, Muscle spasm, Sleep, Stress, Welcome
What is stress? Stress can be defined as “a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances”. Stress can be acute or chronic, and the stressors can be positive or negative. Let’s break things down a...
by Suzanne M Edmunds MD | Oct 5, 2023 | Chronic Pain, Detox, Fatique, Immunity, Sleep, Stress, Uncategorized
I am often asked by patients, colleagues, and friends if “adrenal fatigue” is “a real thing”. This is a great question, and a bit of a hot potato these days. There’s lots of information out there on the symptoms of adrenal fatigue, how to test for it, and...
by Suzanne M Edmunds MD | Aug 23, 2023 | Chronic Pain, Fatique, Muscle spasm, Sleep, Stress
People often ask me if I do dry needling, and if there is a difference between acupuncture and dry needling. It’s a great topic! Dry needling and acupuncture are both minimally invasive, needle-based treatments that can help relax and release painful,...
by Suzanne M Edmunds MD | Jul 20, 2023 | Chronic Pain, Detox, Fatique, Immunity, Sleep, Stress
Why do we sleep? A good night’s sleep should leave you feeling refreshed and restored, ready to tackle the challenges of the day ahead. The body performs essential maintenance tasks to keep things running smoothly during sleep, activities that are extremely...
