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The Many Benefits of Acupuncture

By Laura | Published August 30, 2023

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body. By stimulating these points, acupuncture can help to promote healing.

There is a growing body of scientific research that supports the benefits of acupuncture. Studies have shown that acupuncture can be effective for treating a variety of conditions, including:

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Avoid Side Effects of Anti-Depressants with Natural Alternatives

By Laura | Published June 28, 2023

Anxiety and Depression are at all time highs over the last few years. Mental health has become a crucial focus in health care and many folks have newly sought out relief with anti-depressant medications.

However, many do not enjoy the unwanted side effects of anti-depressants. Whether it’s weight gain, fatigue, a completely flat affect (never feeling “big emotions” of anger,

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Becoming Resilient to Stress

By Laura | Published March 19, 2023

I once had to write an essay on the book, “Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers” by Robert Sapolsky and I can summarize it to this day… The sympathetic nervous system elicits the “fight or flight” response. A third response is to freeze in place.

Modern humans often freeze in place, stall. Usually, we do not fight others or run (flight)

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New Therapy BrainTapTM

By Laura | Published March 17, 2023

We Are Proud to Announce Our

Newest Therapy: BrainTap™!

Excellent for Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Weight Loss,
Pain Management, Stress & More!

Cloud 9 Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine is one of the only clinics in the area that is offering this new advanced therapy.

BrainTap™ uses Evidence-Based Audio-Visual Brain Entrainment sessions and protocols. So, what does that mean? Think of

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Acupuncture Helps with PTSD Symptoms

By admin | Published December 19, 2022

While commonly connected to those who have served in the military, post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD, can impact anyone who has suffered from violence or emotional trauma. The National Institute of Mental Health defines PTSD this way, “Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after exposure to a potentially traumatic event that is beyond a typical stressor.” According to

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